Hiring - Student Job Opportunities with Engineering Outreach

Join Our Team at Ontario Tech Engineering Outreach!

Summer 2025 Applications Open Now to March 21

Are you a student looking for a meaningful job opportunity where you can gain valuable experience, build leadership skills, and inspire the next generation of STEM learners? Ontario Tech Engineering Outreach offers various employment opportunities for high school and university students to work in STEM education programs.

Ways You Can Work with Us

High School Opportunities
- Paid Student High School Program Instructor Positions: Part-time (up to 10-12 hours per week) during the school year (September to June) and primarily full-time (up to 35 hours per week) in the summer (July to August).
- Unpaid Co-op Placements: Available for high school students completing a co-op term. Limited spots per term. Sign up for our mailing list to be the first to hear about volunteer opportunities and our new and improved volunteer program.

University Student Opportunities
- Program Instructors (Current or recently graduated undergraduate students who have not previously worked with us)
  - Part-time (up to 10-12 hours per week) during September to April (some full-time opportunities available)
  - Full-time (up to 35 hours per week) in May to August
- Senior Program Instructors (Undergraduate students/recent graduates who have previously worked with us)
  - Part-time (up to 10-12 hours per week) during September to April (some full-time opportunities available)
  - Full-time (up to 35 hours per week) in May to August
- Co-op Program Instructor (Ontario Tech University students completing their co-op placement with us)
  - Must be available for an 8-month or 12-month co-op term.
  - Co-op positions are full-time (35 hours per week).
  - Must meet co-op eligibility requirements as determined by the Ontario Tech Co-op Office.

Hiring Timelines

Summer Hiring: Applications are open now until March 21, 2025. Check out the job descriptions above and apply here.
Fall/Winter Hiring: Applications typically open in July, interviews in August, and offers in August and positions beginning in September (some positions may remain open longer).
We may post other positions to fill vacancies throughout the year.

How to Apply?

Interested in joining us? Apply today and become part of a team that’s shaping the future of STEM education!

APPLY NOW - Spring and Summer Applications are now open

If our application window is open, you can submit your application above.

Note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews are scheduled as applications are received. Therefore, it is highly recommended to submit your application as early as possible to increase your chances of being considered for an interview.

If our application window is currently closed, we encourage you to leave your contact information, and we’ll notify you when new positions become available!

If you have any questions, please contact engineeringoutreach@ontariotechu.ca.

Program Areas You Can Work With

Instructors work closely with Engineering Outreach Coordinators across a variety of teams:

All Girls Program
Black Youth Program
InSTEM Indigenous Youth Program
General/Elementary Program
High School Program
Mobile Design Lab Program
Summer Camp Program
Library and Multi-Language Learner Program

Shifts depend on the program and may include morning, evening and weekend hours.

Why Work With Us?

Build your resume with hands-on STEM education experience.
Enhance your STEM communication skills by making complex concepts accessible to diverse learners.
Strengthen your teaching and facilitation abilities—ideal for students interested in education and youth engagement.
Develop leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Earn a competitive student wage. Refer to the job description for up-to-date information.
Enjoy a flexible work schedule that considers your academic commitments.
Gain valuable experience working in diverse communities, strengthening cultural competence and emotional intelligence.
Inspire the next generation of STEM learners by serving as a role model and mentor.

General Program Instructor Job Description
Ontario Tech University Engineering Outreach Program Instructors support STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) programming for students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. We provide free and low-cost STEM workshops, camps, and events across Durham, York, Northumberland, and Toronto, including in-school and community programs, as well as on-campus programming.

Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging, hands-on STEM workshops and camps in person to youth K-12.
- Prepare lesson plans, activities, and educational content for outreach programs.
- Develop innovative STEM-based curriculum through testing and experimentation.
- Support social media engagement through content creation on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram.
- Assist with surveys, program analysis, and reports to enhance future programming.
- Communicate consistently and effectively with Engineering Outreach Coordinators.
- Represent Ontario Tech University Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science positively.
- Travel within the Durham Region for in-person workshops and community events.

Commitment to Inclusion

Ontario Tech University Engineering Outreach is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or age.