Student Leadership Opportunities

Job Description

The orientation student co-chair will be selected in December 2025. The successful candidate will begin work in January 2026 and develop the Orientation program along with the campus life coordinator (CLC).  These duties include attending conferences and organizational meetings before the summer, co-chairing the Victoria College Orientation Steering Committee, selecting an Executive Committee, and selecting orientation leaders. 

Following the end of the winter semester, the student co-chair is responsible with the Executive Committee for developing and implementing the Orientation Program throughout the summer. They are expected to be present and accessible on campus daily for all orientation planning purposes, inquiries, meetings etc. The student co-chair, working in conjunction with the CLC, is responsible for overseeing the planning and organization of all Orientation Week activities at Victoria College.  

Note: There is one orientation student co-chair position available.

Applications Open
Friday, Oct. 31, 2025

Applications Close
Friday, Nov. 23 at 11:59 p.m.

Selection by
December 2025

Term
January - December

Training
May

Commitment
Part-time commitment from January - April (5-10 hours per week).
Full-time commitment from May - September Orientation Week (40+ hours per week)
Part-time commitment from Orientation - December (five or fewer hours per week)

Remuneration
During the summer months (May through August), the student co-chair is provided an honorarium of $11, 000. They are expected to hold regular office hours in the orientation co-chair office, facilitate meetings and plan throughout the summer. This is a full-time summer opportunity and is expected to be the sole and primary commitment of the student beyond academics.

Contact
Ali Kehl - Campus Life Coordinator - ali.kehl@utoronto.ca

APPLY BY SUNDAY NOVEMBER 23, 2025 at 11:59 P.M.

Job Description

Orientation executives make up a committee that works through the summer to create one of the largest Vic events of the year: Orientation Week.

Some of the specific orientation executive duties include planning evening and day events, organizing academic programming, and managing behind-the-scenes logistics. Serving as an orientation executive is a wonderful opportunity to learn and develop unique skills that may not otherwise arise in a university experience. The range of skills gained is extremely broad, as there is a diverse array of tasks involved in planning orientation.

Note: There are nine to 11 executive orientation positions available.

To accept this role, you must be centrally located in Ontario, Canada, for the duration of the summer.

Applications open
Friday, Oct. 31, 2025

Applications close
Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

Selection by
February 2025

Term
February to September

Training
May to August (ongoing)

Commitment
Five hours per week from April to October, plus two final weeks of summer with 40+ hours of work.

Remuneration
Orientation executives receive an honorarium of up to $1,250 for their time throughout the summer and into the fall.

Contact

Ali Kehl - Campus Life Coordinator - ali.kehl@utoronto.ca

APPLY BY SUNDAY NOVEMBER 30, 2025 at 11:59 P.M.

Job Description
Orientation leaders support the orientation co-chairs and executive team in executing all events, initiatives and programming during Orientation Week. They assist the incoming class as they move onto campus, meet their peers and become acquainted with their new home.

Applications open
Friday, Oct. 31, 2025

Applications close
Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

Selection by
March 2026

Term
March to September

Training
August

Commitment
Seven-day commitment during Orientation Week (typically from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m.).

Remuneration
Volunteer position

Contact
Ali Kehl - Campus Life Coordinator - ali.kehl@utoronto.ca

APPLY BY WEDNESDAY JANUARY 14, 2026 AT 11:59 P.M.

Job Description
International mentors organize activities to welcome the incoming class of international students and facilitate programming throughout the year.

Applications Open
Friday, Oct. 31, 2025

Applications Close
Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Selection by
March 2026

Term
August - April

Training
August

Commitment
2-4 hours per week (September-April).
20-30 hours during International Student Orientation (3rd week of August).

Remuneration
$450

Contact
Steven Zantingh, Assistant Dean, International & Student Transitions
steven.zantingh@utoronto.ca

APPLY BY WEDNESDAY JANUARY 14, 2026 AT 11:59 P.M.

Job Description
The Transition Mentor program is an essential part of the first-year experience of all undergraduate students at Victoria College. All incoming first-year students will be assigned to a mentor group led by a transition mentor, an upper-year Vic student, who will help them orient to university life. As a mentor, you will provide new students with opportunities to meet other students, get engaged with Vic and U of T and meet their personal and academic goals.

Applications Open
Friday, Oct. 31, 2025

Applications Close
Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Selection by
March 2025

Term
August to April

Training
August

Commitment
Part-time commitment from May - May (3-5 hours per week).

Remuneration
Up to $450

Contact
Ali Kehl - Campus Life Coordinator - ali.kehl@utoronto.ca

APPLY BY WEDNESDAY JANUARY 14 AT 11:59 P.M.

Job Description
Dons at Victoria University are expected to engage actively in informing and developing a residence community that is supportive of the academic goals of the institution. It is also expected that the don, in conduct and lifestyle, will serve as a role model for residents. The don is responsible for assisting and advising residence students, maintaining reasonable levels of conduct, safety and security, and encouraging residence activities, events and educational programs. Dons work closely with the residence life coordinator, assistant dean, residence life, associate dean of students and dean of students to cultivate a living/learning environment within the residence.

Applications Open
Friday, Oct.  31, 2025
Residence don applications will only be accepted from individuals who have completed at least two years of University by August 2026.

Applications Close
Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Selection by
March 2026

Term
August-May

Training
August

Commitment
10-15 hours per week, dependent on the time of year (Busier in September, Less Busy in November/December)

Remuneration
Room and Board

Contact
Alisha Talpur, Residence Life Coordinator
alisha.talpur@utoronto.ca

Additional Information
Application Checklist
Information about residence Donship 2026
Residence Don Info

APPLY BY WEDNESDAY JANUARY 14 AT 11:59 P.M.

Job Description
Commuter Dons at Victoria University are expected to engage actively in informing and developing a campus community supportive of the academic and developmental goals of the institution. It is also expected that the don, in conduct, will serve as an academic and personal role model for students. The don is responsible for assisting and advising off-campus students, and creating campus activities, events and educational programs. Dons work closely with the campus life coordinator, residence life coordinator, assistant dean and the dean of students to cultivate a healthy campus environment for commuter students. Dons must be full-time students for the duration of their contract.

Applications Open
Friday, Oct. 31, 2025

Applications Close
Wednesday, Jan/ 14, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Selection by
March 2026

Term
August-May

Training
August

Commitment
10/15 hours/week

Remuneration
Hourly Pay

Contact
Assistant Dean, Steven Zantingh (steven.zantingh@utoronto.ca) 

Additional Information
Application Checklist

APPLY BY WEDNESDAY JANUARY 14 AT 11:59 P.M.

Job Description
The President is VUSAC leader. They are responsible for shaping the goals of VUSAC, supporting the rest of the council with their events and initiatives, and representing VUSAC more largely at the University of Toronto.

Info Sessions
TBD

Applications Open
Fall & Spring Elections occur every September and March (with staff employees hired around May).

Applications Close
Fall & Spring Elections occur every September and March (with staff employees hired around May).

Selection by
Elected in Spring

Term
April - April

Training
Summer

Commitment
Full-time commitment from May - September (40+ hours per week), part-time commitment from September - May (10-15 hours per week).

Remuneration
$8,000 (May through August)

Contact
president@vusac.ca

Job Description
Vice-President External is the connection between VUSAC and outside governing bodies.
Vice-President Student Organizations is the main point of contact for all of the clubs and levies.
Vice-President Internal maintains the structure and wellbeing of the council and the office.

Info Sessions
Info sessions occur during Spring Elections Nominations Period.

Applications Open
Fall & Spring Elections occur every September and March (with staff employees hired around May).

Applications Close
Fall & Spring Elections occur every September and March (with staff employees hired around May).

Selection by
Elected in Spring

Term
Spring - Spring

Training
Summer

Commitment
Part-time commitment from May - May (10-15 hours per week).

Remuneration
$1,000 (May through August).

Contact
vpe@vusac.ca
vpso@vusac.ca
vpi@vusac.ca

• Job Descriptions
  Chair: Facilitates and keeps order in VUSAC meetings and also acts as an interpreter of the governing documents of VUSAC.
• Finance Chair: Responsible for steering budget and allocating funding at VUSAC and its commissions, clubs and levies. They are the main contact point for all of VUSAC's finances, which they oversee.
• Communications Coordinator: Responsible for advertising and promoting all of VUSAC's activities, events, programming and advocacy through its social media, website and newsletters.
• Office Manager: Minutes VUSAC meetings and oversees the physical VUSAC office space and the services provided by VUSAC, such as printing.
• Chief Returning Officer: Supervises fall and spring elections and ensures they are run fairly and according to the Elections and Referenda Code. They promote elections and host election-specific events for students and candidates.

Info Sessions
Info sessions occur during Spring Elections Nominations Period

Applications Open
Spring

Applications Close
Spring

Selection by
Hired at the end of Spring semester

Term
May - May

Training
Summer

Commitment
Part-time commitment from May - May (5-10 hours per week).

Remuneration
$500

Contact
For more information and contact, check vusac.ca/contact.

Job Descriptions

• Commuter Commissioner: Promotes the inclusion and integration of commuters at Vic. Their key events and services include weekly pancake brunches, locker rentals and Home for the Holidays.
• Equity Commissioner: Advocates for equity issues on campus and helps ensure that Vic students are educated on equity. Their key events and services include Art at the Intersections and Doc n' Talks.
• Scarlet and Gold Commissioner: Plans fun and accessible social events for Victoria College students. Their key events include the Back-to-School Pub Night, Semi-Formal and Highball.
• Academic Commissioner: Promotes academic and professional development. They connect students to ways to improve their learning and careers. Their key event is the Vic Alumni Networking Dinner.
• Arts and Culture Commissioner: Connects students with artistic opportunities and exposes the larger Toronto art scene. Their key events include the Gardiner Gala and The Bob Sketch Comedy Revue.
• Mental Wellness Commissioner: Advocates for improved mental wellness services for Vic students and provides them with resources on and off-campus. Their key events and services include the Resource Guide, Exam Destressers and DIY Self-Care Kits.
  Sustainability Commissioner: Educates Vic students on sustainability issues and lobbies for better sustainable practices on campus. Their key events and services include Environmental Equity Week and Doc n'Talks.

Info Sessions
Info sessions occur during Spring Elections Nominations Period.

Applications Open
Fall & Spring Elections occur every September and March (with staff employees hired around May).

Applications Close
Fall & Spring Elections occur every September and March (with staff employees hired around May).

Selection by
Elected in Spring

Term
May - May

Training
Summer

Commitment
Part-time commitment from May - May (5-15 hours per week).

Remuneration
Volunteer Position

Contact
For more information and contact visit vusac.ca/contact

Job Descriptions
Commuter Co-Chair: The Commuter Co-Chair helps their respective commissioner with their events and initiatives throughout the year.
Equity Co-Chair: The Equity Co-Chair helps their respective commissioner with their events and initiatives throughout the year.
Academic Co-Chair: The Academic Co-Chair helps their respective commissioner with their events and initiatives throughout the year.
Mental Wellness Co-Chair: The Mental Wellness Co-Chair helps their respective commissioner with their events and initiatives throughout the year.
Sustainability Co-Chair: The Sustainability Co-Chair helps their respective commissioner with their events and initiatives throughout the year.

Info Sessions
Info sessions occur during Spring Elections Nominations Period.

Applications Open
Spring

Applications Close
Spring

Selection by
Hired at the end of Spring semester

Term
Summer - Summer

Training
August

Commitment
Part-time commitment from May - May (3-5 hours per week).

Remuneration
Volunteer Position

Contact
For more information and contact, visit vusac.ca/contact

Job Description
The VUSAC council works to provide the Victoria College community with accessible and equitable events, initiatives, and programs that encourage participation and engagement from all students. Councilors assist with the portfolios of VUSAC commissioners and/or executives. They are assigned to these portfolios depending on their interests and where they'd like to contribute. They can also spearhead their own initiatives and sit on a variety of committees. It's one of the most versatile positions on the council and a great way to get involved!

Info Sessions
Info sessions occur before every election.

Applications Open
Fall & Spring Elections occur every September and March (with staff employees hired around May).

Applications Close
Fall & Spring Elections occur every September and March (with staff employees hired around May).

Selection by
Fall & Spring Elections occur every September and March.

Term
Fall - Fall

Training
Summer

Commitment
Part-time commitment from starting date, either May or September - May (3-5 hours per week).

Remuneration
Volunteer Position

Contact
For more information and contact visit vusac.ca/contact

Job Description
Levies are pillars in the Vic community, created to address particular needs and provide crucial services to students. Levy Heads are the point of contact for hiring, events, marketing, and more.

Info Sessions
TBD

Applications Open
November and March

Term
May - May

Commitment
5/10 hours/week

Remuneration
$500 - $2,000

Contact
For contacts and more information, visit vusac.ca/levies