Summer Academy Crew Member

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Job Summary: 

McGill Summer Academy is a four-week summer program, divided into two 2-week sessions, for high school students who want to discover student life at McGill University and the city of Montreal. Under the direction of the McGill Summer Academy Supervisor and Team Leads, the incumbent will act as an ambassador for McGill while leading 14–17-year-old students through McGill Summer Academy activities. 

Typical Functions: 

• Participate in orientation for McGill Summer Academy; 

• Greet and welcome participants as they arrive at McGill Summer Academy; 

• Supervise students during activities on campus and around Montreal, during the day, in the evening, or overnight; 

• Know, enforce and follow all safety guidelines, and understand all emergency procedures associated with the program, managing issues as they arise; 

• Ensure safe movement of students from one activity to another; 

• Monitor environment to ensure safety of participants and report any issues with students and/or facilities to Team Leaders; 

• Create a positive and memorable experience for all participants. 

Qualifications: 

Currently enrolled in a McGill Undergraduate program. Involved in McGill clubs, athletics, and student life. Strong communication skills. Energetic and friendly. Previous experience working with student groups. Able to identify, accurately respond to, and escalate problems when necessary. CPR or First Aid Training an asset. Additional languages an asset.

Must be available for training and program duration:

Training dates:

• June 15-June 18, 2026

• Program dates: July 5-August 1, 2026 

Please note that we will be running a background check on all seriously considered applicants.

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # 3 on a scale of 0-4.

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Minimum Education and Experience:

High School Diploma 2 Years Related Experience

Hourly Salary:

(AMUSE C) $18.00

Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:

30 (Part time)

Position Start Date:

2026-04-13

Position End Date:

2026-08-03

Deadline to Apply:

2026-04-19

This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].