Career Opportunities

Plan Ahead. Grow Forward.

Your future starts here. Whether you’re exploring part-time roles, research assistantships, or long-term career paths, the Faculty of Social Sciences offers a range of opportunities to help you build experience and confidence. From academic jobs to staff positions, each role contributes to a vibrant, student-focused learning environment.

Thinking ahead about your career – while you’re still in school – can help you make informed choices, gain valuable experience, and connect with mentors who support your goals. This page is your launchpad to explore current openings and learn how the Faculty invests in people, ideas, and impact.

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Your Path, Our Priorities

The Faculty of Social Sciences is guided by bold, student-focused priorities that shape everything from classroom learning to community impact. These pillars reflect what matters most – interdisciplinary thinking, inclusive spaces, global engagement, and career-ready experiences. Each priority connects to your journey and opens doors for growth, leadership, and meaningful change.

Interdisciplinarity

Crossing academic boundaries leads to deeper insight, innovation, and real-world problem solving across disciplines.

Experiential Learning & Career Guidance

Hands-on learning, co-op placements, and career support designed to help you build skills and plan for life after graduation.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, & Indigenous Strategies

The Faculty is committed to creating inclusive spaces and advancing reconciliation through meaningful action and policy.

Engagement With Local & Global Communities

Students and faculty collaborate with communities – locally and globally – to drive social change and build lasting partnerships.

Operational Excellence

Strong systems, responsive leadership, and student-centered planning help create a supportive and effective learning environment.