Volunteer

Role:

• Assist large ISVS programs or events (International student orientation events, UAI annual Winter Party, Multicultural Fairs)
• Assist smaller one-time events throughout the year (field trips, Canada Day)
• Assist with event logistics
• Assist with outreach 

Commitment:

• Requires at least 20 hours during fall Transitions orientation in late August
• Additional hours are flexible, based on events throughout the academic year

Training:

Any required training will be held prior to the event but could be held on the day of the event.

Application Deadline: Ongoing.

The International Student Advisory Committee (ISAC) advises University of Alberta International (UAI) staff on issues international students face. Participating in ISAC allows you to serve your fellow students by giving meaningful input to UAI.

Role:

• Provide feedback on ISS programs and services
• Suggest future improvements
• Belong to a working group dedicated to programs or communications
• Assist with communication planning & cross promotion of events for international students 

Key Requirements:

• Actively involved in many campus community groups 
• Extracurricular activities are an asset 
• Additional languages are an asset 
• Hold a valid study permit 

*Preference will be given to those who have not been involved with ISS before.

Commitment:

• One full academic year
• Attend monthly meetings
• Perform tasks with an assigned working group
• Some members also serve as student representatives on high-level University committees

*This position is selection-based.

Application Process:

1. Express interest when you attend an Info Session.
2. ISS will contact you in the summer to submit an application

Role:

• Prepare mass mailouts
• Put up posters before events
• Compile welcome packages for new students
• Data entry

Senior Peers are matched with new international students.

Role:

• Assist international students settling in U of A  
• Support and encourage first-year international students to maximize their overall U of A student experience
• Help to develop international students' confidence in a new language and culture
• Maintain mentorship relationships 
• Peer mentors must commit to minimum of 2 meetups with mentees per month for 1 semester 
• Senior peers and mentees must attend one checkup meetup per month with the Engagement Coordinator 

Commitment:
Throughout the entire 2024 - 2025 academic year, starting in August.

Training:

• Online training throughout the summer
• In Person Training sessions in August dates, TBD 

Role:

• Deliver one-on-one orientation to newly arrived students
• Sign students up for Transitions
• Answer new students' questions

Qualities we look for:

• Patience
• Cultural sensitivity
• Possess imaginative quick thinking
• Have a good knowledge of on and off-campus resources and services

Commitment:

• 20 hours minimum in the fall term
• 5 - 10 hours in the winter term

Training:

• Online training throughout the summer
• Training sessions in August dates, TBD

*This volunteer opportunity qualifies for CIL Points.