Leadership positions
Recruitment for the 2026-2027 leadership roles are now closed. Recuritment for the 2027-2028 leadership roles will begin in December 2026. If you have any questions about the leadership roles or the process please contact engagement@ontariotechu.ca
These positions are a great way to develop your personal and professional skills, and each can be added to your Student Experience Record to demonstrate your co-curricular involvement and highlight your transferable skills that will be an asset in your professional industry.
Not sure where to begin? The Ambassador program is a great place to start, especially if you're currently in your first year of studies at the university.
Additional leadership opportunity
Looking for additional opportunities? Sign up to become a Recruitment Ambassador and connect with prospective students.
The Recruitment Ambassador position lets students take their leadership to the next level by connecting with prospective students, sharing their Ontario Tech experience and creating authentic content that showcases student life.
Whether you’re answering a question from a future student, sharing your favourite part of campus or creating a video about your program, your voice can make a difference.
Why become a Recruitment Ambassador?
Take your leadership experience beyond campus and develop skills you can carry into your future.
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Be part of something new: Help shape the first group of Recruitment Ambassadors as this new program grows.
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Build your skills: Grow your leadership, communication, content creation and digital-engagement skills.
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Get recognized: Receive recognition through the Student Experience Record, awards and exclusive Ontario Tech swag.
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Grow your network: Work alongside the Recruitment team and connect with people across the university.
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Make an impact: Help prospective students feel informed, welcomed and excited about Ontario Tech.
What will I do?
- Connect with prospective students
- Chat with future students through a secure app and virtual recruitment activities. Share your experiences and answer questions about academics, student life and the Ontario Tech experience.
- Share your Ontario Tech story
- Give future students an authentic look at your program, faculty and student experience through conversations, photos, videos, and other digital content.
- Create content
- Help bring Ontario Tech to life through engaging content such as videos, social media posts, blog content, FAQs and more.
- Represent Ontario Tech
- Participate in virtual events and recruitment activities while helping create a welcoming and inspiring experience for future Ridgebacks.
Who can apply?
This opportunity is open to current Ontario Tech students in good academic standing who are:
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Active Ambassadors and/or have completed Level 1 Ambassador Training or the Leadership Foundations course.
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Comfortable communicating virtually and sharing their Ontario Tech experience.
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Interested in creating digital content or excited to learn.
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Interested in leadership, student engagement and connecting with others.
What's the commitment?
The Recruitment Ambassador program runs from October 2026 to April 2027, with an average commitment of 5 to 10 hours per month. Students are welcome to apply at any time.
You’ll participate in virtual recruitment activities, create content, connect with prospective students and take part in training and check-ins with the Recruitment team.
Ready to take your Ontario Tech experiene to the next level?
Your Ontario Tech story could help someone choose their next chapter.
If you’re passionate about Ontario Tech and want to help future students see themselves here, we’d love to hear from you.