Faculty of Arts, Journalism and Communications - Competition ID: 4717

Kwantlen Polytechnic University; Surrey; On-site; CAD 22,041 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental

Tuition waiver

Professional development

Job summary

Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Surrey invites applications for a Student Assistant to support the Faculty of Arts, Journalism and Communications. The student will assist with researching, interviewing, writing and editing for the KPU 50th anniversary book project.

The role requires strong writing, reliable work ethic and interest in history and post-secondary education. Preference given to journalism or creative writing students; fellow duties include website and social media tasks.

Qualifications

• Must be a journalism or creative writing student.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable and hardworking.
• Familiarity with basic principles of web design and social media.
• Interested in history and post-secondary education.

Responsibilities

• Research, interview, write and edit for the KPU 50th anniversary book project.
• Interview people involved with KPU and transcribe interviews.
• Write profiles and edit peers' work.
• Create and maintain the project website and social media accounts.
• Support additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Web basics

Social media

Reliability

Education

Journalism or Creative Writing student

Job description

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.

As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.

We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.

We are seeking a Student Assistant to support the Faculty of Arts, Journalism and Communications. The student will provide assistance in researching, interviewing, writing, and editing for the KPU 50th anniversary book project.

Principal Duties

• Fact-finding about KPU’s history and various individuals involved in KPU
• Interviewing people involved in KPU
• Transcribing interviews and writing profiles of people involved in KPU
• Editing other students’ written work
• Reviewing profiles with interviewees
• Creating and maintaining the project website and social media accounts

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be a journalism or creative writing student
• Reliable and hardworking
• Familiarity with basic principles of web design and social media
• Interested in history and post-secondary education

This position is reserved for KPU Students only.

Salary Information

Student Assistants Are Paid As Per The Following

• Less than one year of post-secondary (less than 30 credits) – BC Minimum Wage
• One year of post-secondary (30-60 credits) – BC Minimum Wage plus 8%
• With a post-secondary diploma or degree – BC Minimum Wage plus 21%

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more! Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at [e-mail].

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.