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2025 Job Description
2025 Summer Job Description
We are hiring a total of 8 summer positions, including:
- UAV Software Testers (3 positions)
- UAV Electronics Engineering Technicians (2 positions)
- Marketing Coordinator (1 position)
- Call Center Operator – Chinese Emotional Support Hotline Listener (1 position)
- Administrative Assistant(1 position)
If you are interested, please send your resume to: [email protected] with the subject line specifying the position you are applying for.
Position 1: UAV Software Testers (3 positions)
Position Overview:
As part of ECSSEN Career School’s Summer 2025 drone technology initiative, the UAV Software testing technician Interns will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge drone programming technologies. This position focuses on developing innovative flight control systems and algorithms while contributing to the advancement of drone applications.
Key Responsibilities
Drone Programming and Development
· Learn and apply programming technologies specific to drone operations.
· Assist in developing flight control systems for individual drones and swarm flight algorithms.
Simulation and Testing
· Contribute to the design and creation of drone flight simulation programs to test and refine software solutions.
· Conduct application testing on drones to ensure functionality and reliability.
Collaboration and Innovation
· Work closely with the project team to brainstorm and implement innovative solutions for challenges.
· Document work processes and provide insights for continuous improvement.
Qualifications and Skills
· Preferred Level of Education: Post-secondary
· Strong interest in programming, robotics, or aerospace technology.
· Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, C++, or similar is an asset.
· Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
· Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
· Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
· Adaptability
· Creativity and Innovation
· Digital skills
· Numeracy
· Problem solving
· Technical skills
· Reading and/or Writing
Recruitment requirements:
1. Between the ages of 15-30 years old.
2. Citizen or PR, must be eligible for employment in Canada (international students are not eligible to apply).
3. Must have a conscientious attitude, follow the work schedule and complete work on time.
Salary and working period:
Salary: $15/hour
Full-time, working 35 hours per week
Working Period: 8 weeks between Jun 16 – Aug 8, 2025
Position 2: UAV Electronics Engineering Technicians (2 positions)
Position Overview:
As part of ECSSEN Career School’s Summer 2025 initiative, the UAV Electronics engineering technician Interns will gain practical experience in drone manufacturing and assembly. This position focuses on hands-on learning in 3D printing, hardware integration, and performance testing of drones, contributing to the advancement of innovative drone technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Drone Technology and Component Production
· Learn and apply the processes involved in drone manufacturing and assembly.
· Utilize 3D printing technology to design and produce essential drone components.
Hardware Assembly
· Complete the assembly of drone hardware, ensuring all parts are correctly integrated and functional.
· Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and resolve assembly challenges.
Performance Testing
· Test assembled drones to ensure they meet established performance standards.
· Document testing results and provide feedback for hardware improvements.
Collaboration and Documentation
· Work closely with the project team to align hardware development with overall project goals.
· Maintain detailed records of assembly and testing processes for quality assurance.
Qualifications and Skills
· Preferred Level of Education: Post-secondary
· Interest in hardware engineering, robotics, or related fields.
· Basic understanding of mechanical assembly or 3D printing is an asset.
· Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
· Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools and technologies.
· Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Recruitment requirements:
1. Between the ages of 15-30 years old.
2. Citizen or PR, must be eligible for employment in Canada (international students are not eligible to apply).
3. Must have a conscientious attitude, follow the work schedule and complete work on time.
Salary and working period:
Salary: $15/hour
Full-time, working 35 hours per week
Working Period: 8 weeks between Jun 16 – Aug 8, 2025
Position 3: Marketing Coordinator (1 position)
Position Overview:
This position will support the career development department’s marketing work and involve the ECSSEN Career School’s Summer 2025 drone technology initiative. The Marketing Coordinator will play a key role in promoting agricultural drone technologies. This position offers hands-on experience in marketing and strategy development while contributing to an innovative and impactful summer project.
Key Responsibilities
Department Marketing
· Collaborate with the project coordinator and marketing team in rebranding the department website.
· Assist in the department’s marketing through outreach efforts.
· Support in promotional materials design.
Market Research and Strategy Development
· Participate in conduct market research to identify trends, potential clients, and opportunities in the agricultural drone industry.
· Support the development of comprehensive marketing strategies tailored to the summer project’s target.
Content Creation and Campaign Support
· Create engaging promotional materials, including PowerPoint presentations, posters, and digital content for online platforms.
· Assist in planning and executing marketing campaigns across various channels.
Client Communication
· Participate in initial client interactions to understand their needs and provide information about agricultural drone solutions.
· Support the whole project team in all audience-facing activities.
· Effectively convey key messages and materials to potential clients, ensuring clarity and engagement
Collaboration and Reporting
· Work closely with the project team to ensure alignment with the goals.
· Provide regular updates and reports on work progress and outcomes of assigned tasks.
Qualifications and Skills
· Preferred Level of Education: Post-secondary
· Strong interest or experience in marketing and web design.
· Excellent written and verbal communication in English. Fluency in Chinese would be considered an asset
· Adaptability
· Collaboration
· Creativity and Innovation
· Digital skills
· Problem solving
· Technical skills
Recruitment requirements:
1. Between the ages of 15-30 years old.
2. Citizen or PR, must be eligible for employment in Canada (international students are not eligible to apply).
3. Must have a conscientious attitude, follow the work schedule and complete work on time.
Salary and working period:
Salary: $15/hour
Full-time, working 35 hours per week
Working Period: 8 weeks between Jun 16 – Aug 8, 2025
Position 4: Call Center Operator –Chinese Emotional Support Hotline Listener (1 position)
Tasks and Responsibilities
· Answering phone calls of Chinese Emotional Support Hotline and listening to callers through their stress, anxiety and other concerns.
· Providing information and making referrals to community service agencies.
· Recognizing risk factors including, but not limited to, suicide, child safety, self-harm, and domestic violence, and addressing them with supervisors and crisis response services.
· Must be fluent in Chinese & English.
Qualifications and Skills
What skills will the participant develop during this placement?
· Adaptability
· Collaboration
· Communication
· Creativity and Innovation
· Digital skills
· Numeracy
· Problem solving
· Reading and/or Writing
Recruitment requirements:
1. Between the ages of 15-30 years old.
2. Citizen or PR, must be eligible for employment in Canada (international students are not eligible to apply).
3. Must have a conscientious attitude, follow the work schedule and complete work on time.
Salary and working period:
Salary: $15/hour
Full-time, working 35 hours per week
Working Period: 8 weeks between Jun 16 – Aug 8, 2025
Position 5: Administrative Assistant(1 position)
Key Responsibilities
General Administrative Operations
· Provide administrative support to the Career Department Director and team, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and taking meeting minutes.
· Maintain organized records and databases for department files, including programs, volunteers, and event documentation.
· Handle department correspondence, including responding to inquiries and drafting communications.
· Track and manage department supplies and assist in budget tracking.
· Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures and streamline departmental policies and procedures.
Event Coordination
· Support the planning and execution of workshops, networking events, and other department initiatives.
· Coordinate event logistics such as booking venues, managing registrations, and arranging materials and equipment.
· Serve as a point of contact during events to ensure smooth operations.
· Assist with post-event evaluations, feedback collection, and reporting.
Program Support
· Assist in scheduling, marketing, and reporting for programs and workshops.
· Support program participants by providing timely responses to inquiries and facilitating program resources.
· Collaborate with the department team to ensure programs meet timelines and goals.
· Maintain accurate program data for reporting and funding purposes.
· Assist in the recruitment process, including advertising positions, reviewing applications, and scheduling interviews.
· Support onboarding and orientation of hired candidates.
· Track and document program progress and prepare end-of-program reports
Volunteer Management
· Support the recruitment, onboarding, and training of new volunteers.
· Maintain volunteer schedules and ensure effective communication with the volunteer team.
· Provide ongoing support and orientation for new and existing volunteers.
· Track volunteer hours and prepare reports as needed.
Department Marketing
· Support the marketing coordinator and marketing team in rebranding the department website.
· Assist in the department’s marketing through outreach efforts.
· Support in promotional materials design.
Qualifications and Skills
· Preferred Level of Education: Post-secondary
· Adaptability
· Collaboration
· Communication
· Creativity and Innovation
· Digital skills
· Numeracy
· Problem solving
· Reading and/or Writing
Recruitment requirements:
1. Between the ages of 15-30 years old.
2. Citizen or PR, must be eligible for employment in Canada (international students are not eligible to apply).
3. Must have a conscientious attitude, follow the work schedule and complete work on time.
Salary and working period:
Salary: $15/hour
Full-time, working 35 hours per week
Working Period: 8 weeks between May 26 – Jul 18, 2025
Position: Community Outreach & Marketing Coordinator for Chinese Emotional Support Hotline
ECSSEN Career School (hereafter ECSSEN) is a registered Charity helping immigrants gain Canadian
experience and contribute their skills to the local community. Under the COVID-19 pandemic, the
Charity sees more and more urgent need for emotional support from Chinese community. We have
recently launched a Chinese Emotional Support Hotline to help meet this pressing need.
The hotline was officially opened on April 12th, 2021 with operating hours of 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM from
Monday to Friday. This position does not require you to work within our operating hours. Our hotline
phone number is 587-997-5977, free for anyone to call within Alberta. Our hotline is currently staffed by
trained volunteers.
We currently plan to hire a Community Outreach & Marketing Coordinator to help the promotions,
advertising and community partnerships of our project.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Build strategic relationships and partnerships with key players, agencies and communities
(Government, NGOs, local community service providers)
Establish marketing goals based on project requirement and performance
Develop strategies to promote volunteer recruitment & the hotline service
Design promotional materials i.e. posters, fliers, brochures in both English & Chinese
Deploy successful marketing methods
Prepare and monitor the marketing budget
Measure & report performance of marketing campaigns
Attend outreach events and meeting with partners.
Qualifications:
A recognition of ECSSEN’s mission and value
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Excellent computer skills including use of applications such as Zoom, Excel, Google Drive,
Outlook, etc.
Good design skills
Ability to work individually and as part of a team
Fluent in both English and Mandarin or Cantonese
Salary: $20 per hour, up to 5 hours per week
Please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Thank you for your interest.
Please note only qualified applicants will be contacted for a virtual interview.
Application deadline: until filled