GEN: Student Engagement Coordinator (S99743)

Summary, Scope, and Responsibilities

The Digital and Computational Studies Department is looking to hire a new Student Engagement Coordinator beginning Short Term 2026, with plans for continuation into the 2026 – 27 academic year. The role requires a well-organized, responsive, creative, and passionate candidate who will assist with a range of departmental projects as well as recurring responsibilities tied to the academic calendar. Ideally, the student fulfilling this role has taken multiple courses in DCS and would like to be more involved within the department. This position acts as a bridge between the DCS professors and the student body, bringing support to outreach initiatives. Past examples include course registration communications, organizing guest speakers, and sharing extracurricular opportunities relevant to DCS students, such as hackathons and job opportunities. The student in this position will be expected to maintain the DCS website using WordPress, and experience with Canva for creating social media posts and flyers is preferred. This position typically involves 5–10 hours of work per week, with additional hours possible during weeks with major departmental events. The Student Engagement Coordinator meets weekly with Professor Carrie-Diaz Eaton to discuss updates and new assignments.

 

 

 

The Basics


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Supervisor: Carrie Diaz Eaton
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Qualifications, Requirements, and Responsibilities

Responsibilities


- Assist with departmental projects and recurring academic-year tasks. - Serve as a liaison between DCS professors and students. - Maintain the DCS website using WordPress. - Create social media posts and flyers using Canva. - Support course registration communications and student updates. - Coordinate student involvement with guest speakers and other DCS special events. - Share extracurricular opportunities, including hackathons and job postings. - Organize student-focused co-curricular DCS activities. - Attend weekly check-ins with Professor Carrie Diaz Eaton. - Work 5–10 hours per week, with additional hours during major events.

Requirements


-Graduating in class ‘27 or later - Has taken multiple DCS courses (preferred) - WordPress experience (preferred) - Canva experience (preferred) - Well-organized and responsive to emails - Self-motivated - Open to brainstorming and pitching new initiatives for student engagement

Reporting


- Reports to and works closely with Professor Carrie Diaz Eaton. - Interacts with both DCS faculty and students - Coordinates with faculty and guest speakers

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