LSPIRG Internship positions, Radical O-Week volunteers, and much more
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Jonathan Rivard
Sep 5, 2010, 3:50:22 PM9/5/10
to Laurier Students' Public Interest Research Group
What's new this week:
1) RADICAL O-WEEK VOLUNTEERS
2) LSPIRG POSITIONS AVAILABLE! APPLY NOW!
• Administrative Assistant (through OWSP)
• Projects & Events Assistant (through OWSP)
• Student Researchers (2 positions through OWSP, 1 through LSPIRG)
• Marketing & Communications Intern (honorarium position)
• Photography Intern (honorarium position)
• Community Ambassador Intern (honorarium position)
• Just Films! Video Production Fellowship: Call for Proposals
3) CALL OUT FOR WORKSHOPS
4) SPROUT YOUR IDEA: SOCIAL INNOVATION FELLOWSHIPS
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1) RADICAL O-WEEK VOLUNTEERS
Don't forget to sign up for Radical O-Week! Visit
http://www.volunteerspot.com/login/entry/6323456452757200111 or email
hannah.s...@gmail.com!
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2) LSPIRG POSITIONS AVAILABLE! APPLY NOW!
There are lots of opportunities to get involved with LSPIRG in the
upcoming year. We are currently seeking awesome individuals to fill
for the following positions:
Positions Available:
• Administrative Assistant (through OWSP)
• Projects & Events Assistant (through OWSP)
• Student Researchers (2 positions through OWSP, 1 through LSPIRG)
• Marketing & Communications Intern (honorarium position)
• Photography Intern (honorarium position)
• Community Ambassador Intern (honorarium position)
• Just Films! Video Production Fellowship: Call for Proposals
IMPORTANT INFO FOR OWSP POSITIONS!!!
Please note that for OWSP (Ontario Work Study Program) positions, you
must be registered full-time at Wilfrid Laurier University and qualify
to receive funding through OSAP. You must apply for the Work Study
Program through an application from the Student Awards Office. After
an interview process, you will be admitted to the program. Once you
are admitted to the OWSP, you can send your application to LSPIRG:
hum...@lspirg.ca. We will not interview candidates who have not been
approved participate in this program by the Student Awards Office.
*** These OWSP positions will be filled on a first come first serve
basis, meaning the first qualified applicant we interview will be
hired. So, visit the Student Awards Office in 202 Regina as soon as
possible to obtain an application form and to book an appointment to
assess your financial eligibility.
For details about OWSP and other positions, see below:
Administrative Assistant
(JOB ID: 31284)
Job Description:
• Updating the online catalogue and the library system for the
resource centre
• Assisting in office filing and posting marketing materials
• Recording minutes at staff meeting
• Staffing the office and assisting students in finding and accessing
LSPRIG resources
• Other duties as assigned
Hours / week: 10
Pay: $11 / hour
The position will start in October and will run for both semesters
till March 25th, 2011.
Qualification:
No specific qualifications are required for this position. Training
will be provided
To apply:
• Get approval from Student Awards Office to apply for OWSP positions
• Submit your cover letter and resume to hum...@lspirg.ca
Projects & Events Assistant
(JOB ID: 31287)
Job Description:
In this role, you will be working on various LSPIRG projects,
assisting with events and developing career resources in the area of
social change. This will include (but not limited to):
• researching relevant resources and tools,
• organizing regular LSPIRG events and career development events such
as workshops and networking events, possibly a Career Fair for Social
Change
• putting together pamphlets and “kits” to be used by other students
and to be published on the LSPIRG website
• Providing additional support on other projects as needed
Hours / week: 10
Pay: $11 / hour
The positions will start in October and will run for both semesters
till March 25th, 2011, funding permitted
Qualification:
The ideal candidate for this position will have good research skills
and some experience in event planning.
To apply:
• Get approval from Student Awards Office to apply for OWSP positions
• Submit your cover letter and resume to hum...@lspirg.ca
Student Researchers (1 OWSP + 1 directly through LSPIRG)
(JOB ID: 31289)
• Design and implement a research project that falls within the values
of LSPIRG (found at www.lspirg.ca).
• Develop a research proposal to be presented to the Research Advisory
Council
• Develop a research plan with the LSPIRG Training & Research
Coordinator
• Conduct the research and prepare a report with a policy focus that
can be published
• Regularly post updates about the project on the LSPIRG blog
• Prepare and deliver a presentation on the research findings for the
Research Advisory Councils and LSPIRG members
Hours / week: 10
Pay: $11 / hour
Two research positions are available that will start in October and
will run for both semesters till March 25th, 2011.
Qualification:
The ideal candidate for this position will have a clear idea of the
project they wish to carry out. This position is likely best suited
for a student with some research experience, potentially including
having completed courses in research methods or statistics.
Deadline: If you are interested in applying, please connect with Erin
Epp (er...@lspirg.ca) as soon as possible for details.
To apply, submit:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• One-page proposal outlining your idea with a possible project plan
• Sample of your writing
• Get approval from Student Awards Office to apply as part of OWSP
(non-OWSP students can also apply for the Research position)
• Forward application to: er...@lspirg.ca
Marketing and Communications Internship
The LSPIRG Marketing and Communications Intern position will run from
the end of September, 2010 until the end of March, 2011. Upon
completing this internship, the applicant will receive both an
honorarium of $250.00 and a letter of reference, as well as the
opportunity to record their internship on the Co-Curricular Record.
The position requires 6 hours per week, which will include the
occasional meeting with LSPIRG staff, and weekly meetings with
Jonathan Rivard, the Marketing and Communications Coordinator.
Possible duties may include:
• Assisting in the design and implementation of visual promotional
materials, including posters and flyers.
• Distributing promotional materials for LSPIRG events.
• Contributing to and maintaining LSPIRG's online presence, through
mediums such as lspirg.ca, email lists and online networking websites.
• Assisting in communications efforts at 2 Chamber of Commerce events.
• Aiding in the promotion of LSPIRG to outside community groups.
Qualifications:
To qualify for the position, applicants must have strong communication
and writing abilities and an interest in community involvement.
Knowledge of design programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc) is a plus.
Deadline: September 21st, 2010
To apply, submit:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Forward application to: riva...@gmail.com
Photography Internship
This year, LSPIRG is offering a Photography Internship that will run
from the end of September, 2010 until the end of March, 2011. Upon
completing this internship, the applicant will receive both an
honorarium of $250.00 and a letter of reference, as well as the
opportunity to record their internship on the Co-Curricular Record.
The position requires 6 hours per week, which will include the
occasional meeting with LSPIRG staff, and weekly meetings with
Jonathan Rivard, the Marketing and Communications Coordinator.
Possible duties may include:
• Taking photographs at events organized by LSPIRG and its working
groups for visual promotional materials, including the website,
posters, flyers and LSPIRG archives.
• Edit and organize pictures for easy reference.
• Post on the website and other online networking websites as needed.
Qualifications:
To qualify for the position, applicants must have strong communication
abilities and an interest in community involvement. Knowledge of
design programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc) is a plus.
Deadline: September 21st, 2010
To apply, submit:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Portfolio (optional)
• Forward application to: riva...@gmail.com
Community Ambassador Internship
The LSPIRG Community Ambassador internship will run from October until
the end of March, 2010. The intern will work with the Executive
Director and the Chair of the LSPIRG Community Relations and
Fundraising Committee. At the completion of the internship, the
applicant will receive a $250.00 honorarium, as well as a letter of
reference and the opportunity to record the internship on their Co-
Curricular Record. The intern will be required to work 6 hours a week.
These six hours will include weekly meetings with the Executive
Director, occasional LSPIRG staff / board committee meetings, and the
completion of various tasks depending on the applicant’s interests and
abilities. The tasks include the following:
• Researching funding opportunities
• Networking and representing LSPIRG at various community events
• Organizing fundraising and/or community networking events for LSPIRG
• Assisting with the Community Relations & Fundraising Committee as
needed
Qualification:
To be considered for the position, applicants must be interested in
LSPIRG and believe in the values it embodies as an organization. Good
communication, grant-writing, and time management skills are assets.
To apply, please forward a resume and letter of interest to
Deadline: September 21st, 2010.
To apply, submit:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Forward application to: hum...@lspirg.ca
Just Films! Video Production Fellowship: Call for Proposals
LSPIRG and WLUSP are offering a summer fellowship to an undergraduate
Laurier student to produce their own video (short film, documentary,
etc.) in the area of social change. The successful one-page proposal
will outline the idea for the video to be produced, a brief project
plan, and a timeline accompanied by a resume and cover letter.
The fellowship will start in October, 2010. The program will cover
production costs up to $500. On-going training and support on video
production and editing will be provided to the selected fellow. So all
you need to apply is an idea, creativity, and lots of passion to
learn!
Deadline: September 30th, 2010
To apply, submit:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• One-page proposal outlining your idea
• Project plan + Timeline
• Forward application to: hum...@lspirg.ca
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3) CALL OUT FOR WORKSHOPS
School is back, winter is coming, fall is here and hibernation is
looming on the horizen.. But have no fear! Give yr brain something
fresh to think about, and let's get together!!
There are many brilliantly fantastic and inspiring people in this
community with many secret (or not so secret) skills to share! In the
coming cold air, we should share them! I want to organize weekly
workshops starting in october and going beyond to share some of these
skills! Skills you might not even think you have!
In terms of a space, the KWCCSJ (the Kitchener Waterloo Community
Centre for Social Justice) is more than available to host any workshop
or workshop series that you want to hold. Be advised if you need an
oven kitchen,we don't have that so we'll have to look to other magical
places around!
Please spread this widely; the date is up to you, though if we stick
with the same day of the week, it may keep it consistent?
Here are some cool topics I know I would be excited to learn about:
-bookbinding
-apples!
-coldframes
-how to patch socks
-how to make yr own shovel
-bicycles ;)
-consent
-seed saving
-how to make yr own underwear
-screenprinting
-diy toothpaste
-talking about sexism
-bringing any university topic out of the walls of school
...lots and lots and lots of infinite possibilities!! And maybe this
can blossom into something more concrete? :):)
Let's get together and bloom!
Please email bicyc...@gmail.com for more info or to get yr workshop
rolling!
Grease n' beans!
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
4) SPROUT YOUR IDEA: SOCIAL INNOVATION FELLOWSHIPS
On International Youth Day (August 12th) at the World Youth Congress
in Turkey, TakingITGlobal announced the launch of the Pearson
Fellowship for Social Innovation, an international fellowship program
that supports the most promising social service projects created by
TakingITGlobal's network of youth leaders. As activists leading action
projects, you are eligible for online training and financial support!
This October, all Sprout alumni will be eligible to apply to be
considered to win one of two $5,000 International Fellowships or one
of 10 Regional Fellowships of $1,000. Pearson fellows will receive one-
on-one mentoring from experienced social innovators who will consult
with them as they implement their project plans.
What is Sprout? Sprout is a platform for young people who want to grow
their social venture and learn to create lasting change that takes
root in their communities. The Sprout platform represents a new
approach to training, mentoring and supporting young people as they
work for change in their communities.
Haven't completed the Sprout E-course yet? You can register today and
take the course for just $50 - the next session starts September 7th -
and then you'll be eligible to apply for the fellowships in October!
On Twitter? Tweet and share the news with your friends!
We also encourage you to enter our International Year of Youth Art
Contest titled 'Our Year. Our Dream. Our Mark.' Entries are due by
September 1st - we hope you'll enter!
In friendship,
The TakingITGlobal Team
http://www.tigweb.org
Twitter: @takingitglobal
1) RADICAL O-WEEK VOLUNTEERS
2) LSPIRG POSITIONS AVAILABLE! APPLY NOW!
• Administrative Assistant (through OWSP)
• Projects & Events Assistant (through OWSP)
• Student Researchers (2 positions through OWSP, 1 through LSPIRG)
• Marketing & Communications Intern (honorarium position)
• Photography Intern (honorarium position)
• Community Ambassador Intern (honorarium position)
• Just Films! Video Production Fellowship: Call for Proposals
3) CALL OUT FOR WORKSHOPS
4) SPROUT YOUR IDEA: SOCIAL INNOVATION FELLOWSHIPS
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1) RADICAL O-WEEK VOLUNTEERS
Don't forget to sign up for Radical O-Week! Visit
http://www.volunteerspot.com/login/entry/6323456452757200111 or email
hannah.s...@gmail.com!
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2) LSPIRG POSITIONS AVAILABLE! APPLY NOW!
There are lots of opportunities to get involved with LSPIRG in the
upcoming year. We are currently seeking awesome individuals to fill
for the following positions:
Positions Available:
• Administrative Assistant (through OWSP)
• Projects & Events Assistant (through OWSP)
• Student Researchers (2 positions through OWSP, 1 through LSPIRG)
• Marketing & Communications Intern (honorarium position)
• Photography Intern (honorarium position)
• Community Ambassador Intern (honorarium position)
• Just Films! Video Production Fellowship: Call for Proposals
IMPORTANT INFO FOR OWSP POSITIONS!!!
Please note that for OWSP (Ontario Work Study Program) positions, you
must be registered full-time at Wilfrid Laurier University and qualify
to receive funding through OSAP. You must apply for the Work Study
Program through an application from the Student Awards Office. After
an interview process, you will be admitted to the program. Once you
are admitted to the OWSP, you can send your application to LSPIRG:
hum...@lspirg.ca. We will not interview candidates who have not been
approved participate in this program by the Student Awards Office.
*** These OWSP positions will be filled on a first come first serve
basis, meaning the first qualified applicant we interview will be
hired. So, visit the Student Awards Office in 202 Regina as soon as
possible to obtain an application form and to book an appointment to
assess your financial eligibility.
For details about OWSP and other positions, see below:
Administrative Assistant
(JOB ID: 31284)
Job Description:
• Updating the online catalogue and the library system for the
resource centre
• Assisting in office filing and posting marketing materials
• Recording minutes at staff meeting
• Staffing the office and assisting students in finding and accessing
LSPRIG resources
• Other duties as assigned
Hours / week: 10
Pay: $11 / hour
The position will start in October and will run for both semesters
till March 25th, 2011.
Qualification:
No specific qualifications are required for this position. Training
will be provided
To apply:
• Get approval from Student Awards Office to apply for OWSP positions
• Submit your cover letter and resume to hum...@lspirg.ca
Projects & Events Assistant
(JOB ID: 31287)
Job Description:
In this role, you will be working on various LSPIRG projects,
assisting with events and developing career resources in the area of
social change. This will include (but not limited to):
• researching relevant resources and tools,
• organizing regular LSPIRG events and career development events such
as workshops and networking events, possibly a Career Fair for Social
Change
• putting together pamphlets and “kits” to be used by other students
and to be published on the LSPIRG website
• Providing additional support on other projects as needed
Hours / week: 10
Pay: $11 / hour
The positions will start in October and will run for both semesters
till March 25th, 2011, funding permitted
Qualification:
The ideal candidate for this position will have good research skills
and some experience in event planning.
To apply:
• Get approval from Student Awards Office to apply for OWSP positions
• Submit your cover letter and resume to hum...@lspirg.ca
Student Researchers (1 OWSP + 1 directly through LSPIRG)
(JOB ID: 31289)
• Design and implement a research project that falls within the values
of LSPIRG (found at www.lspirg.ca).
• Develop a research proposal to be presented to the Research Advisory
Council
• Develop a research plan with the LSPIRG Training & Research
Coordinator
• Conduct the research and prepare a report with a policy focus that
can be published
• Regularly post updates about the project on the LSPIRG blog
• Prepare and deliver a presentation on the research findings for the
Research Advisory Councils and LSPIRG members
Hours / week: 10
Pay: $11 / hour
Two research positions are available that will start in October and
will run for both semesters till March 25th, 2011.
Qualification:
The ideal candidate for this position will have a clear idea of the
project they wish to carry out. This position is likely best suited
for a student with some research experience, potentially including
having completed courses in research methods or statistics.
Deadline: If you are interested in applying, please connect with Erin
Epp (er...@lspirg.ca) as soon as possible for details.
To apply, submit:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• One-page proposal outlining your idea with a possible project plan
• Sample of your writing
• Get approval from Student Awards Office to apply as part of OWSP
(non-OWSP students can also apply for the Research position)
• Forward application to: er...@lspirg.ca
Marketing and Communications Internship
The LSPIRG Marketing and Communications Intern position will run from
the end of September, 2010 until the end of March, 2011. Upon
completing this internship, the applicant will receive both an
honorarium of $250.00 and a letter of reference, as well as the
opportunity to record their internship on the Co-Curricular Record.
The position requires 6 hours per week, which will include the
occasional meeting with LSPIRG staff, and weekly meetings with
Jonathan Rivard, the Marketing and Communications Coordinator.
Possible duties may include:
• Assisting in the design and implementation of visual promotional
materials, including posters and flyers.
• Distributing promotional materials for LSPIRG events.
• Contributing to and maintaining LSPIRG's online presence, through
mediums such as lspirg.ca, email lists and online networking websites.
• Assisting in communications efforts at 2 Chamber of Commerce events.
• Aiding in the promotion of LSPIRG to outside community groups.
Qualifications:
To qualify for the position, applicants must have strong communication
and writing abilities and an interest in community involvement.
Knowledge of design programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc) is a plus.
Deadline: September 21st, 2010
To apply, submit:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Forward application to: riva...@gmail.com
Photography Internship
This year, LSPIRG is offering a Photography Internship that will run
from the end of September, 2010 until the end of March, 2011. Upon
completing this internship, the applicant will receive both an
honorarium of $250.00 and a letter of reference, as well as the
opportunity to record their internship on the Co-Curricular Record.
The position requires 6 hours per week, which will include the
occasional meeting with LSPIRG staff, and weekly meetings with
Jonathan Rivard, the Marketing and Communications Coordinator.
Possible duties may include:
• Taking photographs at events organized by LSPIRG and its working
groups for visual promotional materials, including the website,
posters, flyers and LSPIRG archives.
• Edit and organize pictures for easy reference.
• Post on the website and other online networking websites as needed.
Qualifications:
To qualify for the position, applicants must have strong communication
abilities and an interest in community involvement. Knowledge of
design programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc) is a plus.
Deadline: September 21st, 2010
To apply, submit:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Portfolio (optional)
• Forward application to: riva...@gmail.com
Community Ambassador Internship
The LSPIRG Community Ambassador internship will run from October until
the end of March, 2010. The intern will work with the Executive
Director and the Chair of the LSPIRG Community Relations and
Fundraising Committee. At the completion of the internship, the
applicant will receive a $250.00 honorarium, as well as a letter of
reference and the opportunity to record the internship on their Co-
Curricular Record. The intern will be required to work 6 hours a week.
These six hours will include weekly meetings with the Executive
Director, occasional LSPIRG staff / board committee meetings, and the
completion of various tasks depending on the applicant’s interests and
abilities. The tasks include the following:
• Researching funding opportunities
• Networking and representing LSPIRG at various community events
• Organizing fundraising and/or community networking events for LSPIRG
• Assisting with the Community Relations & Fundraising Committee as
needed
Qualification:
To be considered for the position, applicants must be interested in
LSPIRG and believe in the values it embodies as an organization. Good
communication, grant-writing, and time management skills are assets.
To apply, please forward a resume and letter of interest to
Deadline: September 21st, 2010.
To apply, submit:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Forward application to: hum...@lspirg.ca
Just Films! Video Production Fellowship: Call for Proposals
LSPIRG and WLUSP are offering a summer fellowship to an undergraduate
Laurier student to produce their own video (short film, documentary,
etc.) in the area of social change. The successful one-page proposal
will outline the idea for the video to be produced, a brief project
plan, and a timeline accompanied by a resume and cover letter.
The fellowship will start in October, 2010. The program will cover
production costs up to $500. On-going training and support on video
production and editing will be provided to the selected fellow. So all
you need to apply is an idea, creativity, and lots of passion to
learn!
Deadline: September 30th, 2010
To apply, submit:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• One-page proposal outlining your idea
• Project plan + Timeline
• Forward application to: hum...@lspirg.ca
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3) CALL OUT FOR WORKSHOPS
School is back, winter is coming, fall is here and hibernation is
looming on the horizen.. But have no fear! Give yr brain something
fresh to think about, and let's get together!!
There are many brilliantly fantastic and inspiring people in this
community with many secret (or not so secret) skills to share! In the
coming cold air, we should share them! I want to organize weekly
workshops starting in october and going beyond to share some of these
skills! Skills you might not even think you have!
In terms of a space, the KWCCSJ (the Kitchener Waterloo Community
Centre for Social Justice) is more than available to host any workshop
or workshop series that you want to hold. Be advised if you need an
oven kitchen,we don't have that so we'll have to look to other magical
places around!
Please spread this widely; the date is up to you, though if we stick
with the same day of the week, it may keep it consistent?
Here are some cool topics I know I would be excited to learn about:
-bookbinding
-apples!
-coldframes
-how to patch socks
-how to make yr own shovel
-bicycles ;)
-consent
-seed saving
-how to make yr own underwear
-screenprinting
-diy toothpaste
-talking about sexism
-bringing any university topic out of the walls of school
...lots and lots and lots of infinite possibilities!! And maybe this
can blossom into something more concrete? :):)
Let's get together and bloom!
Please email bicyc...@gmail.com for more info or to get yr workshop
rolling!
Grease n' beans!
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
4) SPROUT YOUR IDEA: SOCIAL INNOVATION FELLOWSHIPS
On International Youth Day (August 12th) at the World Youth Congress
in Turkey, TakingITGlobal announced the launch of the Pearson
Fellowship for Social Innovation, an international fellowship program
that supports the most promising social service projects created by
TakingITGlobal's network of youth leaders. As activists leading action
projects, you are eligible for online training and financial support!
This October, all Sprout alumni will be eligible to apply to be
considered to win one of two $5,000 International Fellowships or one
of 10 Regional Fellowships of $1,000. Pearson fellows will receive one-
on-one mentoring from experienced social innovators who will consult
with them as they implement their project plans.
What is Sprout? Sprout is a platform for young people who want to grow
their social venture and learn to create lasting change that takes
root in their communities. The Sprout platform represents a new
approach to training, mentoring and supporting young people as they
work for change in their communities.
Haven't completed the Sprout E-course yet? You can register today and
take the course for just $50 - the next session starts September 7th -
and then you'll be eligible to apply for the fellowships in October!
On Twitter? Tweet and share the news with your friends!
We also encourage you to enter our International Year of Youth Art
Contest titled 'Our Year. Our Dream. Our Mark.' Entries are due by
September 1st - we hope you'll enter!
In friendship,
The TakingITGlobal Team
http://www.tigweb.org
Twitter: @takingitglobal
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