Student Program Coordinator, IIE

Mount Royal University; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Royal University in Calgary, Alberta invites applications for a Student Program Coordinator, IIE. This flexible role supports the Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship with a variable schedule, including hours per week based on demand.

The position is ideal for a current MRU student or recent graduate seeking practical marketing experience. The role emphasizes marketing activities, social media, photography, and event support, while collaborating with the Operations team to plan

Qualifications

• Must be a current MRU student or recent graduate.
• Experience with the Institute's programs or campus initiatives.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable with digital tools such as Google Suite, Qualtrics and social media.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities to deliver an effective program.
• Focus on marketing activities including social media and photography.
• Assist with planning and managing events and workshops.
• Help set up environments for events.
• Represent the program professionally in interactions with community members.
• Capture lessons and opportunities for improvement in future programs.
• Perform other duties as requested by leadership.

Skills

Marketing

Social media

Entrepreneurial mindset

Event coordination

Education

MRU student or recent graduate

Tools

Google Suite

Qualtrics

Job description

Job Title

Job Type

Flexible

Union

MRSA

Salary Grade

Flexible / Casual Classification (Salary Grade)

SAD02 Administrative Services II (Salary Grade 13)

Hybrid Work

This position is eligible

Position End Date

4/30/2027

Location

About the Role

Working within the Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship , the Student Program Coordinator, IIE is a flexible position, with a work schedule that is variable and may include an irregular schedule of not less than three (3) hours per shift and up to thirty-fine (35) hours per week. Hours are expected to be sporadic as demand requires and employee availability allows.

Responsibilities

• Support the Operations team in coordinating activities required to deliver an effective and efficient program.
• This role is focused on marketing activities including creative, social media and photography.
• Support the Operations team to plan and manage events and workshops.
• Physically help to set up the environment for events.
• Act professionally and respectfully in all interactions with community members.
• Capture lessons and areas for improvement in future programs.
• Other duties as requested by the Executive Director or delegate.

Qualifications

• Current part-time or full-time MRU student or recent graduate.
• Experience with the Institute's programs.
• Entrepreneurial and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working with digital tools (e.g., Google Suite, Qualtrics, social media).

Salary: $21.87 - $27.61 per hour

Closing Date: August 19, 2026

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify [e-mail] and we will work together on your accommodation request.

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan .