LEADS: Student Leadership Program
LEADS provides students from any SAIT program, with the knowledge and skill development opportunities to build their leadership capacity.
- LEADS students work 3-5 hours per week in on-campus student leadership roles.
- Student leaders explore the foundations of leadership in training and workshops so they can develop their own leadership style.
- Student leaders are given opportunities to enhance their communication skills as well as focus on their personal and interpersonal development.
- LEADS students also learn strategies to support student mental health, safety, and equity needs.
All student leadership roles provide students with opportunities to practice these leadership fundamentals in a supportive hands-on setting.
Open postings for spring/summer 2023
SAIT Athletics and Recreation works to support the success of students by delivering an inclusive and engaging student-life experience. We do this in cooperation with all SAIT departments and schools. The SAIT Athletics and Recreation Office is looking for dynamic and dedicated students to assist with the development, delivery and promotion of the SAIT Esports Community and its associated activities.
Check out the position description and apply 👉 Esports Community Student Leader
- working toward the elimination of heterosexism, transphobia, homophobia, and gender identity oppression within the SAIT community
- outreach to the SAIT community.
Pride at SAIT is looking for dynamic and dedicated students who will assist with the development and delivery of inclusive Pride programming, events and promotional activities.
Check out the position description and apply 👉 Pride Student Leader
Open postings for fall 2023 and winter 2024
The Black Empowerment and Excellence committee at SAIT (BEES) is a voluntary group, composed of Black students, employees and allies, who work to support Black people on campus and combat anti-Black racism at SAIT. BEES is looking for dynamic and dedicated students who want to assist with the development and delivery of BEES programming, events and other activities.
Check out the position description and apply 👉 Black Empowerment & Excellence at SAIT (BEES) Student Leader
SAIT Athletics and Recreation works to support the success of students by delivering an inclusive and engaging student-life experience. We do this in cooperation with all SAIT departments and schools. The SAIT Athletics and Recreation Office is looking for dynamic and dedicated students to assist with the development, delivery and promotion of the SAIT Esports Community and its associated activities.
Check out the position description and apply 👉 Esports Community Student Leader
The SAIT Interfaith Centre offers a variety of spiritual and faith-based programming that promotes cooperation, community, interfaith dialogue and a sense of belonging for students and staff of any background - both faith and non-faith based. The Interfaith Centre is looking for dynamic and dedicated students who want to assist with the development and delivery of Interfaith Centre programming, events and individual chaplaincy activities.
Check out the position description and apply 👉 Interfaith Centre Student Leader
Reporting to the Manager, Marketing and Recruitment, you will act as a SAIT brand ambassador and peer recruiter and work as part of a dedicated team that supports student recruitment activities for SAIT.
The ideal candidate is focused on customer service and brings enthusiasm and energy into this support role. You enjoy sharing your knowledge with others and you get excited about the opportunity to get out into the community. You thrive in a team environment while having a high degree of self-direction, and you show a passion for quality and attention to detail. You’ll join a team of highly motivated, high-energy recruiters who are focused on creating memorable experiences for future students.
Check out the position description and apply 👉 Marketing & Recruitment Student Leader
The Office of Student Engagement is looking for dynamic and dedicated students with prior mentorship and/or leadership experience to assist with the promotion, growth, and delivery of the SAIT Peer Mentorship program. Mentorship Team Leads will oversee a group of 5-7 peer mentors on a monthly basis. Mentorship Team Leads support mentors and ensure that all mentorship duties are performed to a high standard. Peer mentorship presents a unique opportunity to connect with other SAIT students. Both having a mentor and being one encourages personal empowerment, allowing students to practice and develop valuable skills while experiencing campus life.
Check out the position description and apply 👉 Peer Mentorship Team Leader
- working toward the elimination of heterosexism, transphobia, homophobia, and gender identity oppression within the SAIT community
- outreach to the SAIT community.
Pride at SAIT is looking for dynamic and dedicated students who will assist with the development and delivery of inclusive Pride programming, events and promotional activities.
Check out the position description and apply 👉 Pride Student Leader
The Student Engagement Office is looking for dynamic and dedicated students to support the creation of content that increases SAIT students' awareness of the services, support and resources available to them through the Office of Student Engagement. Specifically, the role is responsible for the production of digital and print media including but not limited to photography, videography, graphic design, and social media (Instagram specifically). As part of their role, the Student Content Creator will collaborate with fellow student leaders, peers, staff, and partners across campus.
Check out the position description and apply 👉 Student Engagement Content Creation Leader
The Student Engagement Office is looking for dynamic and dedicated students who want to assist with the development and delivery of Student Engagement programming and supports. SAIT Student Engagement works to support the success of students by delivering inclusive programming and strengthening community in cooperation with SAIT departments and schools.
Check out the position description and apply 👉 Student Engagement Student Leader
Program details
- To be eligible for the LEADS program, you must be in the second semester or higher of a full-time SAIT program and have at least 1 semester remaining.
- Leadership position commitments are for a minimum of one semester, with preference being given to students who have 2 or more semesters remaining.
- Leaders must have the ability to work during the day, in between and before and after classes; occasionally on evenings and weekends, and during exam-dense periods.
- Program participants must complete a minimum of 3-5 hours of leadership involvement per week.
- Attendance at LEADS training and development workshops is mandatory and counts towards these participation hours.
- LEADS students participate in a variety of professional development workshops and activities throughout the academic year and will be assessed by their supervisor.
- Leaders must be in good academic standing (TGPA or TIGPA above 2.5), and in good conduct standing as verified by the Student Conduct Office.
- As a student leader, you’ll build your skills through hands-on work experience, leadership training and professional development opportunities throughout the year. You’ll also gain credit for your co-curricular record.
Interested in hiring LEADS students in your program, school or department?
Are you looking for ways to enhance student engagement in your school or department? Not sure where to start? LEADS is a campus-wide student leadership program that supports schools and departments with hiring, training and administration of student leaders in their area. Hiring LEADS students for just a few hours each week can help augment and improve student engagement programming, develop new student-centered initiatives, and support student success within your school or department. For more information contact us at student.engagement@sait.ca.