Student Assistant - Experiential Education and English Language Centre

The English Language Centre is seeking applications for up to two student assistant positions. The English Language Centre hosts international groups (high schools and universities) and Francophone students for short-term customized language programs. The student assistants are responsible for assisting with the planning and running the activities for the visiting students. The position(s) will be full-time for the spring and summer with the possibility of an extension in the fall semester at part-time hours.

Responsibilities:

• Greeting students and/or guests in a friendly manner, answering inquiries and directing people to the appropriate staff person
• Assist with planning and running of the program’s socio-cultural activities
• Collaborate with the program staff to align activities with academic content
• Engaging with students during program activities
• Provide mentorship and academic support for the visiting students
• Performing other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Must be a current UPEI student with preference given to second-year students
• Cross-cultural experience and familiarity with working in a post-secondary educational environment is a definite asset
• Experience organizing events
• Strong computer skills with a keen eye for detail
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in both a team environment and independently and be willing to work occasional evenings and / or weekends
• A customer-service orientation
• Be comfortable engaging with students and guests from diverse backgrounds who have varying language proficiencies

Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.