Applications for selected positions are open until March 7, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST! Apply here! Thank you to those that applied.
Application deadline for Team Lead Positions: March 7, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST.
Application deadline for Assistant Positions: Closed
Working and growing with the International Education Centre has always been a rewarding experience for many of our students at UTM. We are excited to offer opportunities for you to join the IEC team for 2025-26. Find everything you need to know, supports available and important dates below in our Frequently Asked Questions!
We're excited that you're curious! Below, you'll find an overview of each portfolio at the IEC. To find more details, including specific tasks and expectations, we encourage you to check out the CLNx job opening for that portfolio (scroll down for an FAQ that guides you through navigating CLNx).
Global Learning
This portfolio leads the development, delivery, and assessment of programming and events for the outbound/inbound exchange and UTM Abroad programs. It will act as a positive ambassador for UTM's Global Learning offerings and promote them through fairs, tabling, social media, class talks, and more. Some flexible availability is also needed to hold office hours, one-on-one meetings with students, and lead programming.
IEC Programming and Events
The portfolio aims to support the planning and execution of programs and community-building events to help international students transition into and through university and, to facilitate intercultural education and awareness to the UTM campus. This includes, but is not limited to, planning and running events and outreach related to intercultural programs and events on campus such as the Global and Intercultural Fluency Training Series, Intercultural Weekly Drop-In Discussions, English Language Conversation Circles, International Education Week, International Student Mentorship Program, Canada-Eh?, mentorship programs, international student orientation, Canadian-focused field trips and workshop series, student socials, community-building activities, and more.
Marketing & Communications
This portfolio plans and implements the IEC communications strategy, and develops marketing and promotional materials for programs and events. This includes leading social media strategies and using various outlets to promote these programs and events, including print material (posters, flyers, banners, foam boards) and digital resources (TV, website, videos, blogs). This portfolio has creative license with creating all content under the general IEC branding guidelines.
Transition Coaching
This portfolio assists with pre-arrival resource support, one-on-one peer support to international and new-to-Canada student and develop and deliver transition sessions for international and new-to-Canada students. This includes International and New-to-Canada Student Orientation and the Foundation for Success Series for International Students featuring health insurance, academic rights, off-campus housing, work, experience and careers, and taxes.
Operations
This portfolio supports overall departmental operations and facilitate collaboration across the department. It also acts as the first point-of-contact for students at the IEC main office, conducts triage and check-in support for Immigration Advisors, and would maintain flexibility in their schedule to support other portfolios in events, programs, and sessions as needed from time to time.
Special Projects
This portfolio supports overall departmental special projects that support the IEC's mission to globalize the student experience. From supporting global learning initiatives to helping international students find community on campus, this portfolio supports the IEC in improving our process, learning more about our students, and using project management principles to improve the way the department functions and how we support students.
Applications are open for the selected* positions. Please apply here.
Generally, we're hiring for Team Leaders and Assistants. Each portfolio will have their own combination of job titles.
Team Leaders will work for 30 hours during the summer on project based work. During the fall winter, leadership roles follow the work study schedule and focus on leading their teams and supporting the assistants. Assistants will start just before the Fall semester begins andwill follow the work study schedule.
Here’s a full breakdown of all the available positions:
We have you covered! We'll be hosting virtual Information Sessions where you can learn more about the IEC, its portfolios, available positions, the hiring process, or ask any questions you may have.
Registration coming soon, save the dates below:
- December 11, 2024 (Team Lead & Assistants)
- January 14, 2025 (Assistants)
- January 16, 2025 (Team Lead)
- January 22, 2025 (Assistants)
The IEC will also be participating in the UTM Career Centre's Get Hired Fair on January 15, 2025, so make sure to visit our table, get to know the team, and ask questions!
It's good to make sure early on! Here are the eligibility requirements for all our positions:
- A returning student in the 2025-2026 academic year;
- A UTM student in good academic standing; minimum 2.0 CGPA
- Legally able to work in Canada (International students must ensure they fulfill all government requirements listed here);
- Hold only one Work-Study position during the Fall-Winter terms (All Fall-Winter positions within the IEC are Work-Study positions. If you already have another on-campus position for Fall-Winter, be sure to inform us and check that they are not Work-Study positions);
- Other eligibility requirements may be added by the Work-Study program.
We have a variety of positions, each looking for their own unique skillsets! It's up to you to identify your strengths, find the suitable position for you within the IEC, and tailor your application to make sure those experiences you have shine through!
Let's explore the IEC's portfolios for a couple of examples.
Experience travelling abroad and the desire to interact with diverse cultures and nationalities would make Global Learning a good fit for you. At the same time, these multicultural experiences are also sought after by Intercultural Programming & Events, in addition to experience planning and running student-facing programs. In the same vein is International Programming & Events, which takes the focus of seeking out students who have a keen mentorship eye and know what it takes to help others transition to Canada. This is also generally what Transition Coaching is looking for!
Promoting these resources to students means Marketing & Communications look for people who have experience taking vast amounts of information, translate them into attractive graphic design, and leverage social media to boost engagement. At times, students may be overwhelmed with all their options and come to our office for help, which is why Operations calls for student staff with exceptional customer service experience and who can effectively refer students to the appropriate resources they need! Lastly, Special Projects supports the entire department through process continuous improvement!
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. For more info, please visit: https://jobs.utoronto.ca/content/Workplace-Inclusion/?locale=en_US
Please note that Applications are open for selected positions until March 7, 2025.
- Fill out the MS Form or copy and past the URL (https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=JsKqeAMvTUuQN7RtVsVSECvnx3whDF1KhmR0rgPoGk1UMDg5Q1g3NFJMQlhVS0xUWTM0MjdKTkJQRi4u) into your browser. Please note that you must log in using your U of T UTORid to access the form.
- Make sure to submit all the required documents (e.g., resume, cover letter, and portfolio (if applicable));
- Complete a VidCruiter interview for all the positions you are interested in.
Your application will ONLY be reviewed if we receive your:
- Completed MS Form
- Resume, cover letter, and portfolio (if applicable)
- VidCruiter interview responses.
New this year, we will be utilizing VidCruiter for our application and interview process. For most positions, we will ask that you submit a resume, cover letter and video responses to prompts provided. Specifically for Marketing & Communications, a work portfolio is also required as it helps us review your graphic design experience and other exciting multimedia skills you may have!
Of course! We understand that some students may be new to the process of applying for jobs in Canada or simply need a refresher. To support you with writing the resume and cover letter, we will be offering optional group workshops and individual critiques. Feel free to attend whichever suits you best!
Resume, Cover Letter & VidCruiter - Group Workshops. These sessions will help you learn more about the two materials and ask any questions you have in a group setting. To register for a session, log in to Folio first and then click on the corresponding time below on the same browser.
- Friday, December 13th, 2025: 2pm - 4pm
- Tuesday, January 14th, 2025: 2pm - 4pm
- Friday, January 22nd, 2025: 1pm - 4pm
Interview Group Workshops. Here, you will meet with our Career Strategist to learn more about the type of questions that will be asked and what our supervisors are looking for in preparation for your interview with the IEC. Join these sessions to help make your interview stand out!
Yes! New this year, applications will be submitted through Microsoft forms. Once you have submitted your application, you will receive a confirmation thank you email. We require that you provide your UofT email address for this purpose to ensure you don't miss any communication regarding your application!
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to apply for our positions, which is why we'll be reaching out to students regardless of whether they have been invited for an interview or not. In other words, we'll make sure to let you know. You can expect an email from us by:
- Last week of February, for Team Lead positions (full-time in the summer and part-time in the fall and winter terms)
- Second week of March, for Assistant positions (part-time in the fall and winter terms)
As with your professors, we encourage you to read through all the FAQs on this page to see if your question has been answered - you can treat this as the course syllabus for our hiring!
However, we're always happy to help. If you have further questions, feel free to email us at international.utm@utoronto.ca using the subject line IEC Hiring Questions - this helps us filter our email inbox more effectively so that we can answer your question sooner. We apologize in advance as it may take a few days for us to get back to you.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact us at international.utm@utoronto.ca.