This position has a term length of 12 months from the date of hire.

Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

Student Success and Experience holds student support at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to building an inclusive community that encourages students to flourish. We strive to provide accessible support that drives student success, working in collaboration with community partners.

The Orientation & Transition Programs (OTP) team which operates within Student Success and Experience, aims to build a sense of connection to the campus community for students from admission to beyond graduation in order to: increase access to resources, opportunities and support, for students navigating their university experience, and positively contribute to a student’s transition experience by enhancing their individual learning, well-being, and year over year success.

Responsibilities The Orientation & Transition Programs Intern will support the planning, coordination, and execution of campus-wide orientation initiatives and year-round transition programming for incoming students.

- Program Coordination & Event Support: Assist in organizing, coordinating, and delivering large-scale and targeted orientation events, workshops, and information sessions.

- Student Leader Oversight: Assist with the recruitment, onboarding, training, and logistical coordination of student volunteers and peer leaders.

- Content & Communications: Draft and update orientation content, digital platform assets, communication information, and social media materials.

- Data Collection & Assessment: Support evaluation efforts by managing feedback surveys, analyzing student participation data, and preparing post-event summary reports.

- Administrative & Peer Support: Serve as a primary point of contact for student inquiries, manage shared OTP mailboxes, collaborate with campus partners, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- Recent graduate or student participating in an approved institutional internship program.

- Previous involvement in student leadership, student affairs, peer mentoring, or campus event planning.

- Strong project management, time management, and organizational skills.





- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Application Instructions

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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

About Us The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs and research stations are primarily located on the territory of Néhiyaw (Cree), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), Dene, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7 and 8 and homeland of the Métis. The University of Alberta respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems and cultures of all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more .

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.





All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and secure to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.

About The Team

Student Success and Experience (formerly Office of the Dean of Students) holds student support at the heart of everything we do. We provide services focused on student well-being and flourishing both in the classroom and beyond.

We offer a wide range of services, including career guidance, health and wellness resources, academic support, and assistance for students facing unexpected challenges or personal difficulties. We also work closely with faculty and staff across campus to ensure students receive coordinated support when they need it most.

📌 Orientation & Transition Programs Intern (Edmonton)
🏢 University of Alberta
📍 Edmonton