Position : Communications Assistant
Location : Conestoga College Various Campuses
Time Requirement : Up to 20 hours per week (some evenings and weekends may be required)
Reporting to : Corporate Communications Coordinator OR Digital Communications Coordinator
Start Date : April 21st 2026
Hourly Wage : $21.15
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Conestoga Students Incorporated (CSI) was founded in 1973 and is the official student association representing more than 21000 students at all Conestoga College campuses. All full-time fee-paying students are the owners and customers of CSI and we are dedicated to serving the students to the best of our ability.
CSIs mission is to enhance student satisfaction and success by providing a variety of student services at a cost justified by the results. To achieve this mission we are working to ensure students have access to skills development.
Why Join Us
CSI is a team of enthusiastic individuals ready to assist students in their academic and professional ventures. CSI is committed to supporting its team members every step of the way through active coaching and opportunities to develop the necessary skills for all professional fields.
For more information on what we do and the services we offer please check out our website at : OVERVIEW
The Communications Assistant is responsible for assisting in external communications press releases general administrative tasks as well as assisting in all communication aspects of web social media presence and content. The Communications Assistant ensures accuracy and consistency of CSI branding and corporate identity across all marketing and communication platforms.
In carrying out the duties of this position a great deal of autonomy is exercised with final overview by the Marketing & Communications Coordinator. It is also important that the Communications Assistant works extremely closely with the supervisor to ensure that they are up-to-date on the basic overall operations of CSIs all activities it is crucial that the Communications Assistant recognizes that service to students is a top priority.
You will learn to :
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other General Duties
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands
This position may spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers which can cause muscle strain. Lifting of supplies and materials up to 30lbs is required from time to time
Environmental Conditions
This position performs work from a suitable location of their choosing and may be faced with frequent interruptions and meetings with others on a regular basis. Travel between campuses and performance of work from home is required as needed. Some work may be required after office hours and on weekends.
Sensory Demands
This position requires long periods of intense concentration. The incumbent may also spend long hours on the computer which requires visual focus attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
Mental Demands
This position is expected to manage and meet multiple competing deadlines which can cause significant stress. The incumbent also deals with a wide variety of people on various issues.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge in creating and editing press releases company statements and speeches
STUDENT ELIGIBILITY
All students in this position must :
International students must also :
HOW TO APPLY
Application Materials
Why you are interested in this position
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This posting is for an existing vacancy within the department.
Accessibility Diversity & Inclusion
Conestoga Students Inc. is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment without regard to any prohibited ground of discrimination. If you anticipate any need for accommodations for disabilities in the process of applying interviewing or working please feel free to let us know as soon as possible and at any time so that we are most equipped to provide a barrier-free experience.
AI Use Disclosure Statement
Conestoga Students Inc. uses AI to check applications for the basic requirements of the job. Human reviewers review all applications that meet the jobs essential criteria to make decisions on interviewing and hiring. Please contact if you have any questions about this process.
Required Experience :
Junior IC
Key Skills
Internal Control,Accounting And Auditing,Accounts Handling,General Services,Elevator,Brand
Employment Type : Part-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
Communications Assistant Spring 2026 • Kitchener, Ontario, Canada