Professional Development Executive Team

The Professional Development (PD) team at ASUS (Arts and Science Undergraduate Society) at Queen's University is responsible for providing career-focused opportunities, resources, and events to help Arts and Science students develop professionally outside their degree. Events are hosted featuring real industry professionals and alumni on and off campus.

Position Summary:

We’re looking for a dynamic and creative student to take on the role of Marketing & Peer Outreach. This position combines promotional strategy with student engagement to raise awareness of professional development opportunities at Queen’s. You'll help grow the visibility of our events while building a network of students and peers across campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement marketing campaigns for professional development events (e.g., Life AfterArt-Sci, and other events).
• Create digital and physical promotional materials (social posts, posters, email copy, etc.).
• Manage the department’s presence on platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn.
• Recruit and coordinate students to support outreach.
• Engage with student groups, faculty societies, and class reps to extend promotional reach.
• Track engagement data and adjust marketing strategies based on feedback and analytics.

Ideal Qualifications:

• Current Queen’s student with experience or interest in marketing, communications, or student
• engagement.
• Strong writing and visual content creation skills (Canva, etc.).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Self-starter who is comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Enthusiastic about helping other students access career and development resources.

Position Summary:

We’re seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Logistics & Operations to support the behind-the-scenes execution of our professional development programming. From booking rooms to managing event-day logistics, this role is essential in ensuring our events run smoothly and leave a strong impression on both students and guest speakers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with scheduling, room bookings, and setup for in-person and hybrid events.
  
• Manage event registration systems and monitor attendance trends.
  
• Coordinate communication with guest speakers before and after events (e.g., reminders, thank-you notes).
• Track and organize post-event materials such as presentation slides, recordings, or feedback forms.

Ideal Qualifications:

• Current Queen’s student with strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Comfortable using tools like Excel/Sheets, Outlook, and event platforms (MS Teams, etc.).
• Excellent attention to detail and time management.
• Dependable, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Interested in event planning, operations, or student affairs.

Application Deadline

Positions will remain open until enough candidates have applied. Once this happens, all applicants will be notified.

Time Commitment and Remuneration

Term: September 1st, 2025 – April 30th, 2026

Hours: >4 hours per week

If there are any questions, concerns, or personal accommodations required during the application process, please contact the ASUS Professional Development Director, at pd@ asus.queensu.ca, or Tashai Gardner, the ASUS Human Resources Officer, at hro@ asus.queensu.ca.

ASUS Office

Phone: (613)-533-6000 x75441

Our hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.