Temporary jobs in Canada (28,673 jobs)

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28,673 listings · 3,595 employers Counted Nov 11, 2026. How we count

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Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (1,908 listings), Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (1,040 listings), Alberta Health Services (967 listings).

Common roles: Retail sales associate, Registered nurse, Practical nurse.

3,590 of these listings include employer-provided pay. Open a job to see its currency and pay period.

Advertised starting pay
Pay period	Median starting pay	Listings
CAD / hour	20.00	2,855
CAD / year	70,000.00	366
CAD / month	5,692.25	43

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Workplace classifications: 0% remote, 9% hybrid, 91% on-site, 0% not specified. Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad.

Based on the dated count above. Listings can change. How we count

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Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Future Students' Office Student Ambassador - Competition ID: 4873

Surrey, BC, Canada

Temporary

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Job details

Job type: Temporary
Apply by: Nov 21, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 22, 2026

Original job description

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.

As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.

We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.

Competition ID: 4873
Internal Closing Date: Open Until Filled
External Closing Date: Open Until Filled
# of Openings: 3
Salary Information: Student Assistant Pay Scale
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time
Workplace Type: On-Site
Travel Frequency: Regular travel between campuses is required.
Employee Group: Student Assistant
Days of Work (BCGEU):
Hours of Work (BCGEU):
Hours per Week (BCGEU):

Summary

The student assistant will work with team members in the Future Students' Office on a variety of recruitment initiatives. He/she performs student engagement and recruitment related activities, as well as assists with events and other activities and general duties as needed. Successful student assistants are enthusiastic, outgoing, quick-thinking, and possess creative problem-solving skills. They are passionate about sharing their experiences at KPU with prospective students and parents.

This position is reserved for KPU Students only.

Key Responsibilities

Principle Duties

Engage with prospective students through various channels (events etc.)
Assist events team with planning, setup, coordination and operation logistics
Assist with communications activities to prospective students
Assist recruiters with presentations in communities from a student perspective
Assist in promoting events to current and prospective KPU students
Assist in preparing information packages/giveaway bags for campus tours
Act as an ambassador for the University at external events creating a positive rapport with prospective students and community

Communication Duties

Assist with preparing mailing packages to prospects, students, and other audiences

Other Duties

Assist with photocopying, and collation of materials for mail-outs and promotions
Assist with data collection, compilation, and interpretation

AVAILABILITY

Work schedule will be approximately 8 - 12 hours weekly.

Qualifications

Working towards a diploma or degree at KPU
Creative, energetic, outgoing and enthusiastic – seeking to make a difference
A strong social media user with a desire to contribute content and learn about processes, procedures and best practices
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly with others
Excellent customer service skills
Reliable, organized and detail oriented
Ability to effectively multi-task
Public speaking experience is an asset
Sensitive to diverse student needs
A second language is an asset, but not required
Problem solver, works independently and meets deadlines
Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Available to work evenings and weekends as needed

SALARY INFORMATION

Student Assistants Are Paid As Per The Following

Less than one year of post-secondary (less than 30 credits) – BC Minimum Wage
One year of post-secondary (30-60 credits) – BC Minimum Wage plus 8%
With a post-secondary diploma or degree – BC Minimum Wage plus 21%

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

Engage prospective students and families through events, presentations, communications, campus tours, and other recruitment activities, representing KPU positively in the community. Support event planning and operations, promotional materials, mail-outs, and data collection while assisting the Future Students' Office team.

Requirements

Applicants must be current KPU students working toward a diploma or degree and should be outgoing, creative, organized, reliable, and able to communicate clearly and provide excellent customer service. Social media experience, Microsoft Office knowledge, multitasking, independent problem-solving, and availability for evening and weekend work are expected; public speaking experience and a second language are assets.

Skills

Student Engagement
Recruitment
Event Planning
Communication
Public Speaking
Social Media
Interpersonal Skills
Customer Service
Organization
Attention to Detail
Multitasking
Problem-Solving
Microsoft Office
Data Collection
Presentation Skills
Time Management

Benefits

Extended Health Benefits
Dental Benefits
Healthcare Spending Account
Vacation
Defined Pension Plan
Parenthood Top-Up
Sick Leave
Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Professional Development Days
Tuition Waiver
In-House Training and Development
Inter-Campus Transportation

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Keywords

Future Students' Office
Student Ambassador
Student Recruitment
Prospective Students
Student Engagement
Event Planning
Event Coordination
Campus Tours
Community Presentations
Social Media
Communications
Public Speaking
Customer Service
Microsoft Office
Data Collection
Mail-Outs
Promotional Materials
Information Packages
Multitasking
Problem-Solving
Interpersonal Skills
Diversity
Evening Availability
Weekend Availability
Inter-Campus Travel

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