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Hiring - Student Job Opportunities with Engineering Outreach

Join Our Team at Ontario Tech Engineering Outreach!

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

Position Type Eligibility & Details Rate of Pay
High School Instructor Current high school students. Fall-Winter: part-time only. Deliver programming to K-8 students only. $17.20/hr + 4% vacation pay
New/Junior Program Instructor Current undergraduate students who have not worked with us before. Part-time or some full-time positions $21.14/hr + 4% vacation pay
Senior Program Instructor Current or recent undergraduate students who have previously worked with Engineering Outreach. Part-time or some full-time positions. $22.26/hr + 4% vacation pay
Co-op Program Instructor Current undergraduate students completing a recognized 4-, 8-, 12-, or 16-month co-op work term. Paid at New or Senior rate based on previous experience with Outreach. Full-time. $21.14/hr or $22.26/hr + 4% vacation pay, depending on previous Outreach experience.

Hiring Timelines

  • Summer Hiring has now concluded. Applications will open in March or April. Please check back in then.
  • Fall/Winter Hiring: Applications for the Fall and Winter terms are currently open until August 8 at 11:59 pm, or until suitable candidates are found.
  • 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.

How to Apply?

APPLY HERE

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
  • Elementary Programs
  • High School Programs
  • Mobile Design Lab Program
  • General Paid Programs
  • 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.
  • Overview of 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.