Student Assistant, Communications (CBA & S&T)

Douglas College; New Westminster; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A public post-secondary institution in New Westminster is seeking a Student Assistant in Communications. This role involves creating social media content, assisting at events, and working closely with faculty and administrative staff. Ideal candidates should have experience with Instagram and design software. This part-time position accommodates students enrolled in relevant programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health and Dental Benefits

Professional Development opportunities

Access to Fitness Centres

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating social media content for students.
• Develop a social media plan for Instagram accounts.
• Take photos and videos at events.
• Support administrative staff on related projects.

Skills

Experience creating Instagram posts

Experience using Canva

Strong public speaking skills

Strong copywriting skills

Photography and videography skills

Education

Enrollment in Douglas College or another accredited BC institution

Tools

Canva

Marq

Job description

Overview

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Location: New Westminster Campus

Salary Range: $19.53 per hour

The Opportunity

The Student Assistant, Communications ( CBA & S&T) will work closely with administrative staff as well as faculty members to assist in creating various forms of content, including social media posts, newsletters and printed materials. The ideal candidate will also assist the Faculties at various events hosted throughout the semester.

Be a part of an institution

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development opportunities
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

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WHAT IT TAKES

Responsibilities:

• Assists with putting together timely and original content of interest to current students in Commerce and Business Administration and Science and Technology
• Assists with creating a social media plan each semester for the Faculties' Instagram accounts
• Takes photos and videos at events hosted by the Faculties
• Coordinates social media interviews with students and staff in courses and clubs associated with the Faculties.
• Supports the Administrative Officers in the Faculties on related projects.

To be Successful in this Role You Will Need:

• Experience creating Instagram grid posts, stories and reels
• Experience using Canva, Marq, or other design software-Interested in photography and videography
• Comfortable being behind and in front of the camera
• Strong public speaking skills
• Strong copywriting skills
• Collaborative approach to content creation
• Able to work independently while following guidelines and meet deadlines

Domestic students must meet ONE of the following criteria, to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant:

• The domestic student must be enrolled in, and maintain, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College throughout the work term; OR
• The domestic student must have been enrolled in, and maintained, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College in the term immediately preceding the work term and has indicated an intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term; OR
• The domestic student must be enrolled in, and maintain a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. throughout the work term; OR
• The domestic student must have been enrolled in, and maintained, a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. in the term immediately preceding the work term and has indicated an intention to enroll at the institution in the term immediately following the work term

International students must meet ONE of the following criteria, to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant:

• The international student is enrolled in full-time studies at Douglas College, throughout the academic year; OR
• The international student, who is not a Douglas College student, but is an international student at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C., has a valid Study Permit that has the notation - "May accept employment on or off campus if meeting eligibility criteria as per R186 (F), (V) or (W). Must cease working if no longer meeting these criteria." Proof of enrollment in full-time studies from the other post-secondary institution is required.

An original copy of a Social Insurance Number ( SIN ) and an original Study Permit are required by law before commencing work at Douglas College.

Qualified Douglas College students meeting the above criteria will be given first preference over students of other qualifying institutions.

Additional Information

The position is located at the New Westminster campus. Hours of work: up to a maximum of 20 hours/week. The work terms for this position are:

1. Fall 2025: September 2, 2025 - December 15, 2025
2. Winter 2026: January 5, 2026 - April 24, 2026
3. Summer 2026: May 4, 2026 - August 16, 2026

Posting Number 02580SA

Position Title Student Assistant, Communications (CBA & S&T)

Anticipated Start Date 09/02/2025

End Date Needs a Criminal Records Check No

How To Apply

Open Date 07/25/2025

Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

Equity Statement

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.

Important Note

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Please include the following:

• Douglas College Student ID number or indicate if you are enrolled in another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C.
• Domestic or International student status
• Being eligible to work please indicate the work terms you are applying for: (Fall 2025 or Winter 2026 or Summer 2026).

Interview Preparation

If selected for an interview, please bring one of the following:

• Proof of enrollment for work term from Douglas College OR
• Proof of enrollment for work term from another post-secondary institution OR
• Domestic students only: proof of registration for the term immediately preceding the work term and indication of intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term OR
• The domestic student must have been enrolled in, and maintained, a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. in the term immediately preceding the work term and has indicated an intention to enroll at the institution in the term immediately following the work term.