Student Employment Opportunities
On this page you will find job opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students.
Graduate Teaching Assistantships
TA’s are paid approximately $13,800 annually and we prioritize graduate students for these positions—Masters students have two years of priority for placement; Doctoral students have four years of priority placement. The number of available positions is contingent on Faculty budget and overall student numbers.
Positions available
- Cultural Studies 100 & 200 Level Courses
- English 100 & 200 Level Courses
- Creative Writing 100, 200 & 300 Level Courses
- Interdisciplinary Performance 200 Level Courses
- Visual Arts 100 Level Courses
- Art History 100 & 200 Level Courses
- Media Studies (all Levels) Courses
- Film 100 Level Courses
- CCS 100 & 200 Level Courses
- Spanish and World Literatures 100 & 200 Level Courses
GTA duties include the following:
- Marking assignments and exams
- Managing discussion periods
- Teaching tutorials and/or lectures under supervision of faculty
- Invigilation duties
- Academic assistance to students in office hours
- Estimated hours of work per term: 192
Eligibility:
- Must be a registered full-time student in a Master’s or PhD program at UBC Okanagan
- Must possess necessary educational qualifications
- Priority is given to graduate students in FCCS
Salary:
- GTA I – $40.48 per hour
- GTA II – $39.01 per hour
Application deadline: April 30 each year
Applications will open mid-March and will close April 30, 2025 for the Winter Term 1 (Sept- Dec 2025) and Term 2 (Jan – April 2026) semesters.
Graduate Marker
Eligibility:
- Must be registered full-time in a Master’s or PhD program at UBC Okanagan
- Must possess necessary educational qualifications
- Priority is given to graduate students in FCCS
Positions available:
- There are no positions at this time
Markers are paid $20.97 per hour.
Marker duties may include the following:
- Attending lectures
- Marking exams, tests or assignments which require only objective marking
- Provide feedback to students as needed during a weekly office hour
Estimated hours of work: 6-12 per week
The number of available positions is contingent on Faculty budget and overall student numbers.
Application deadline: We are not accepting applications at this time.
The apply for marker positions, applicants are required to submit cover letter, statement of relevant experience and unofficial transcript as one pdf document.
Undergraduate Teaching Assistantships
To be eligible for a UTA position, students must be registered in a bachelor degree and enrolled full-time studies (minimum 24 credits) at UBCO. Preference is given to students who are majoring in an FCCS program.
UTA duties may include the following:
- Assist and supervise students during writing labs
- Assist with marking quizzes
- Attend selected class sessions
- Attend meetings with the instructor
- Invigilation duties during in-class and final exams
- Assist students using Canvas
- Meet with students during weekly office hours
- Communicate with students through email
- Assist with photocopying exams and other instructional materials, and in the preparation of study materials
- Engage in professional development activities
- Estimated hours of work: maximum 12 hours per week depending on workload.
Eligibility:
- Must be registered in a bachelor’s program at UBC Okanagan
- Must possess the necessary educational qualifications
- Preference is given to students who have a major in an FCCS program
Positions available:
- Creative Writing 100 & 200 Level Courses
- Interdisciplinary Performance 100 & 200 Level Courses
- Visual Arts 100 & 200 Level Courses
- Art History 100 & 200 Level Courses
- Media Studies 100 & 200 Level Courses
Salary:
- UTA: $22.26 per hour
The number of available positions is contingent on Faculty budget and overall student numbers.
Applications will open mid-March and will close April 30, 2025 for the Winter Term 1 (Sept- Dec 2025) and Term 2 (Jan – April 2026) semesters.
Undergraduate Marker
Undergraduate Markers are paid $20.97 per hour. To be eligible for a Marker position, students must be registered in a bachelor’s program at UBC Okanagan and posses the necessary educational qualifications.
Marker duties may include the following:
- Marking assignments and exams
- Helping facilitate discussions
- Academic assistance to students in office hours
- Assisting with the online learning environment.
- Communicate with students through email.
- ** MUST have basic knowledge the Internet, Word, Power Point, PDF documents, Canvas, etc.
Estimated hours of work: 6-12 per week
The number of available positions is contingent on Faculty budget and overall student numbers.
Application deadline: We are not accepting applications for Markers at this time.
The apply for marker positions, applicants are required to submit cover letter, statement of relevant experience and unofficial transcript as one pdf document to: fccs.ubco@ubc.ca.
We are not accepting applications at this time
Undergraduate and Graduate Research Assistantships
RAs are employment opportunities for qualified students offered by faculty members with research grants and contracts. As a paid research assistant, graduate students assist their supervisor or other researchers in conducting high-level research, which often contributes to the student’s thesis or dissertation. Undergraduate students often work on projects with faculty researchers. RAs are not guaranteed because they follow the financial cycles of the supervisor’s and faculty researcher external grants and contracts.
Current Positions
There are no current postings for student employment in FCCS.
Media Production Assistant
The Media Production Assistant (MPA) will work with Media Manager (Joanne Gervais), Communications Strategist (Shauna Oddleifson), in the creation and management of digital media productions and social media platforms within the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies.
See below for details.
The MPA is a workstudy position. The successful candidate will acquire skills related to professional and social media production. The MPA will help manage and maintain a digital wall in CCS, assist with the creation and management of digital media productions and social media platforms within FCCS, and assist with photo and/or video documentation for faculty run and student lead events and initiatives.
Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite software, basic editing and familiarity with field production technology and a background in digital media and video production would be an asset for this position. Excellent communication and research skills, as well as interpersonal and time management skills are required. This role necessitates some independent work, so the successful candidate will be able to take initiative and be proactive in communicating their needs. Training will be provided on the technology as necessary throughout the project. Independent problem-solving skills are an asset, as is the willingness to experiment with the technology and try new things.
Eligibility
Applicants to this position must be undergraduate students currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Media Studies, or the Bachelor of Arts with a major in an FCCS program.
Length of job
January 13 to April 30, 2025
Hourly pay
$18 per hr, max 12 hrs per week
To apply, go to the UBCO Job Board and look for job posting #: 831590
Work Study
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Interdisciplinary Co-op Program
The Interdisciplinary Co-op Program at UBC Okanagan offers you enriched educational experiences for personal and professional growth. Co-op Education partners with employers to offer work opportunities that will help you excel in both academic and professional capacities, and prepare you for your future career. Co-op work experiences are paid opportunities for you to gain employable skills, explore career options, and build a professional network – all before graduation.