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 robust 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 honourable 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.

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Competition ID: 4834

Internal Closing Date: Open Until Filled

External Closing Date: Open Until Filled

# of Openings: 1

Salary Information: Student Assistant Pay Scale

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time

Workplace Type: Hybrid

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Employee Group: Student Assistant

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Are you a current KPU student interested in contributing to KPU’s branded gifts and swag? We are looking for students in design or other creative journeys who are interested in working with our Marketing Services team for short periods of time to assist in designing branded KPU merchandise such as clothing and other items.

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

This position reports to the Manager, Brand and Marketing Operations within the Marketing department.

Summary

The Marketing Student Assistant (Creative Studio) supports the development of creative products and branded experiences that celebrate and promote Kwantlen Polytechnic University while providing meaningful work-integrated learning opportunities.

Working collaboratively with the Marketing department and, where appropriate, faculty members and technical staff across the University, the Student Assistant will contribute creative ideas, concepts, prototypes and finished products that represent KPU’s brand and enhance the student experience.

Projects will be tailored to the successful candidate’s area of study, creative strengths and available hours. Depending on the student’s discipline, projects may include product design, apparel, illustration, ceramics, woodworking, textiles, digital fabrication, packaging, print design, photography, visual art, or other creative works that support the University’s marketing initiatives.





This position provides students with the opportunity to apply classroom learning in a professional environment while building a portfolio of real-world work that may ultimately be produced, displayed or distributed by KPU.

This position is reserved for KPU Students only.

Key Responsibilities

- Collaborate with the Marketing department to develop creative concepts, products and experiences that support the KPU brand.
- Design, prototype and refine unique products and merchandise for use in student recruitment, events, alumni engagement, donor recognition and other University initiatives.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute innovative ideas that showcase the creativity and diversity of the KPU community.
- Work with faculty members, instructors and technical staff to utilize specialized equipment, studios and fabrication spaces where appropriate.
- Prepare concepts, prototypes and production-ready files for review and approval.
- Incorporate feedback throughout the creative process while maintaining project timelines and quality standards.
- Research emerging trends in product design, sustainability, university merchandise and creative experiences.
- Assist in documenting creative projects for marketing, promotional and portfolio purposes.
- Support the presentation or showcasing of completed work through University events, retail opportunities and other marketing initiatives.
- Represent KPU professionally while collaborating with students, faculty and staff across multiple disciplines.

Qualifications

- Currently enrolled in a diploma, degree or trades program at KPU.
- Demonstrated creativity through coursework, portfolio, person

📌 Marketing Student Assistant (Surrey)
🏢 Kwantlen Polytechnic University
📍 Surrey