First Year Intern

Job summary

Interns will support various departments by conducting research, assisting with administrative tasks, and contributing to team initiatives. They will participate in meetings and apply relevant tools to support the organization's service and advocacy goals.

Job details

The Alma Mater Society (AMS) is the oldest student association in Canada and has been a central student organization at Queen's since its founding in 1858. Today, the AMS acts as a service, advocacy, and governing body on behalf of all students enrolled in AMS-affiliated programs at Queen's University. The AMS is a not-for-profit entity created by the Society to ensure its continuing financial viability by overseeing the management of its services and associated financial affairs. It is bound by the By-laws and corporate philosophy of our Mission and Operating statements as set out in the AMS Constitution. In addition to providing wage-based service staff positions for students wanting employment, the AMS seeks to support the Society's broader objectives through the provisioning of a high quality, relevant range of student funded services, that provide a wide range of employment opportunities and meaningful out-of-classroom learning and skill acquisition experiences for students. First Year Intern Job Description We’re excited to welcome first-year students to explore internship opportunities across a variety of departments within our organization. Interns will apply generally and be matched with one or more service areas based on their skills, interests, and availability. This year these departments include: Marketing Office The Queen’s Journal President's Office Commission of External Affairs Clubs Commission Commission of Environmental Sustainability Social Issues Commission - External Affairs Social Issues Commission - Internal Affairs Internal Affairs Office Food Bank Communications Office Vice President (University Affairs) Office Responsibilities Responsibilities will vary depending on the service area and commitment level, but may include: Supporting ongoing projects and team initiatives Conducting research and presenting finding Assisting with administrative or operational tasks Participating in team meetings and contributing ideas Learning and applying relevant tools, platforms, or methodologies Qualifications Currently enrolled as a first-year student at Queen's University Must meet general AMS eligibility requirements Strong communication and organizational skills Eagerness to learn and contribute Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines No prior AMS experience required What You’ll Gain Exposure to real-world work environments Work alongside Queen’s students on campus Mentorship from upper year students Opportunities to explore different career paths Skill development in communication, collaboration, and problem-solving The AMS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.

What you’ll do

Interns will support various departments by conducting research, assisting with administrative tasks, and contributing to team initiatives. They will participate in meetings and apply relevant tools to support the organization's service and advocacy goals.

Requirements

Candidates must be currently enrolled as first-year students at Queen's University. Applicants should possess strong communication and organizational skills, along with an eagerness to learn and contribute.

Benefits

• Mentorship • Skill development • Networking opportunities

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Time management
• Research
• Administrative tasks
• Collaboration
• Problem-solving
• Teamwork
• Environmental Sustainability
• Organizational Skills
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Willingness To Learn
• Advocacy
• External Affairs
• Management
• Marketing
• Problem Solving
• Mentorship
• Time Management
• Internal Affairs

Job areas

• Administrative
• Marketing
• Social Services
• Education
• Management & Leadership
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