Youth Experience Coordinator (Ottawa)

Circuit Stream; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Circuit Stream is seeking a Youth Experience Coordinator to lead daily campus operations at Carleton University in Ottawa. You will train staff, communicate with parents and university partners, and ensure a safe, engaging camp experience for youth learners.

This in-person role runs May 25–August 16, 2027, 8:00 am–4:30 pm, with paid training at Circuit Stream HQ in Calgary. Training and onboarding are required before courses start.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of coordinating youth programs or summer camps.
• Currently enrolled in a 3rd or 4th year university/college and returning in fall 2027.
• Willing to travel to Calgary for training May 25–27, 2027 and obtain First Aid/CPR.

Responsibilities

• Attend HQ training in Calgary to learn operational processes and standards.
• Train campus staff on procedures, safety protocols, and daily responsibilities.
• Lead on-site campus operations and ensure camp runs smoothly and on schedule.
• Communicate with parents, university partners, and campus staff; report issues to HQ.
• Maintain accurate records for attendance, waivers, and daily camp reports.

Skills

Staff supervision

Event coordination

Communication

Organization

Education

Enrolled university student (3rd/4th year)

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Meet Circuit Stream

Where big futures start. Circuit Stream is building the defining youth enrichment brand in North America. We create pre-university summer camps that give young people the chance to explore what they might want to do next, from AI, engineering, medicine, and business to psychology, sports, outdoor adventure, and more. Through partnerships with leading universities and industry experts, we turn those interests into hands‑on experiences that build skills, confidence, and open doors to future opportunities. We have big ambitions to serve over 10,000+ students a year. Getting there means moving quickly, trying new things, learning from what works, and giving great people real ownership. If you’re ambitious about where your own career can go, and excited to help young people discover where theirs might lead, you’ll thrive here.

We are looking for an organized, dependable Youth Experience Coordinator to lead daily camp operations at each university campus location. You’ll help prepare your campus for summer, train and support staff, communicate with parents and university partners, and make sure students have a safe, welcoming, and engaging camp experience.

Role Details

Delivery: In person at Carleton University

Dates and hours: May 25 - August 16, 2027 from 8:00 am to 4:30pm

Training: Paid training at Circuit Stream HQ in Calgary, Alberta, from May 25–27, 2027, followed by independent training and onboarding before courses start.

Compensation: $22/hour

Other: A background check and First AId/CPR certificate will be required before working with youth learners.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Take the lead in making summer a memorable experience for the next generation. This is an opportunity to build practical leadership and operations experience while taking responsibility for a campus team. From preparing activities to solving unexpected challenges, you’ll see the direct impact of your work on students, staff, and families. You’ll have support from HQ while building confidence in your ability to make decisions and keep a busy program running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Training & Operational Standards

• Attend Coordinator training at HQ in Calgary to learn Circuit Stream’s operational processes, procedures, and expectations.
• Train your campus staff on camp procedures, reporting structure, safety protocols, and daily responsibilities.
• Serve as campus lead, ensuring Instructors and Assistants follow Circuit Stream’s standards throughout the summer.
• Support instructors with classroom logistics, student behaviour, and day‑to‑day needs so they can focus on teaching.

Camp Operations

• Before camps start, plan and organize camp activities, including tours, guest speakers, extracurriculars, and graduation, and handle the administrative and logistical work behind them.
• Oversee daily operations at your assigned campus so the program runs smoothly and on schedule, from setup and check‑in through dismissal.
• Keep accurate records, including attendance, waivers, student documentation, and daily camp reports, and follow up on any gaps.
• Uphold safety, health, and emergency protocols, and respond quickly to any incidents

Communication & Reporting

• Act as the main on‑site point of contact for parents, university partners, and campus staff.
• Report campus status and elevate issues to HQ, including at weekly check‑in meetings.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as requested by the Management Team.
• Report campus status and elevate issues to HQ, including at weekly check‑in meetings.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as requested by the Management Team.

Role Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience as a coordinator or counsellor at summer camps, youth after‑school programs, tutoring academies, or similar programs, ideally in a STEM environment.
• Currently enrolled in the third or fourth year of a university degree or college diploma program AND returning to studies in the same program in fall 2027.
• Demonstrated interest in education, teaching, or youth development.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, including Sheets, Docs, Slides, and Drive, and comfort troubleshooting common student device issues.
• Fluency in English and strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Organized, personally accountable, and able to work independently with limited direct supervision.
• Comfortable directing staff, reinforcing expectations, and addressing operational or student behaviour concerns.
• Available and eligible to travel to Calgary, Alberta, for training May 25–27, 2027. Travel will be managed by Circuit Stream.
• Willing to obtain valid First Aid and CPR certification before the start date, at the employee’s expense.
• Willing to participate in a police information check, managed by Circuit Stream.
• Available to work full‑time, in person, Monday–Friday for the full assigned employment period.
• Willing to participate in the Work Integrated Learning grant application program, where applicable in Canada.

Who This Is For

• You’re a university student ready to take on a summer leadership role. Preference will be given to students registered in a Co‑Op program.
• You enjoy working with teens and care about their experience.
• You like organizing people, schedules, and activities and following through on the details.
• You’re comfortable following standard processes and holding yourself and others accountable to a high standard.
• You stay calm when plans change and know when to solve a problem independently or ask for support.
• You’re willing to help with practical tasks while keeping track of the overall camp operations.

Who This Is Not For

• You prefer a desk‑based role with limited interaction with students, staff, or parents.
• You need frequent direction to organize your work and follow through.
• You’re uncomfortable addressing behaviour concerns or reinforcing staff expectations.
• You cannot commit to the required training, travel, or in‑person employment dates.

What’s In It For You

• Meaningful summer work helping teens explore their interests and build confidence.
• Practical leadership experience coordinating staff and running daily campus operations.
• Opportunities to strengthen your communication, planning, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working with university partners, instructors, students, and families.
• Training and ongoing support from Circuit Stream’s HQ team.
• A collaborative team and a summer filled with projects, activities, and student milestones.
• Opportunities for growth and continued employment the following summer.