Student Staff applications for Summer 2025 and the 2025-2026 Academic Year are now open!
Deadline extended - applications close on January 5, 2025.
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Current Student Employment Opportunities
Student Housing employs over 100 students across our campuses, with a variety of positions to suit your skills and interests. See details posted on the Student Job Board and below on this webpage.
Working at Student Housing can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn and grow outside of the classroom. Working in Student Housing in one of our diverse student staff positions can provide you with the opportunity to enhance your leadership, teamwork and communication skills.
Each academic year (AY), positions are available within our Facilities & Operations unit, Business Services & Initiatives unit, and, within our Residence Life & Education unit. Position requirements, while they can be unique, offer all students an opportunity to contribute positively to our vibrant Trent community. Comprehensive training is provided to all students. Applicants must not have had prior security or conduct issues, must have and maintain minimum academic standing as noted in Residence Life job descriptions, and be in good financial standing with the University to be eligible.
There are both live-in positions and live-out positions available:
- Live-in positions reserve a guaranteed space in residence for you that you MUST live in. Successful candidates must be available for 2 weeks of training during August 2025 (dates to be confirmed).
- Live-out positions are open to students living on or off-campus who still wish to have the opportunity to be an integral part of the broader Housing community.
Applications will be received through the Student Housing Portal on myTrent. If you encounter any issues with accessing the application, please contact us at workwithhousing@trentu.ca.
How to Apply
Student employment applications for Summer 2025 and the 2025-2026 Academic Year are open November 18, 2024 - January 5, 2025.
Please prepare a PDF copy of your resume and cover letter. Your cover letter should be approximately one page, and your resume should be a maximum of two pages. Please have your name saved in the title of the document (example: Joe Smith> Resume). If you are applying to more than one position, please submit one application and reference the positions you are applying for in your cover letter.
When writing your cover letter, please make sure to address all the following questions:
- Why have you chosen to apply to this role(s)?
- Highlight your experiences that would make you a great candidate to work as a member of the Student Housing Team.
- What does the Student Housing values statement, “provide a safe, caring, and welcoming living experience,” mean to you?
As well, the Hiring Team will take into consideration the following when reviewing your resume:
- Work experience and relevance to the role you are applying to (e.g. part-time or full-time employment, internship, or co-op)
- Leadership experience (e.g. camp counsellor, sports team, clubs, committees/councils, etc.)
- Academic experience (e.g. peer-tutoring, TA, etc.)
- Volunteer experience
- Spelling and grammar
- Resume formatting and layout
On the application, you will be asked to provide at least two references that can speak to your past experiences and relevance to the role you have applied for. Ideally, one of your references is from the Trent University community (e.g. staff, faculty, student mentor).
Trent University is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive campus community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Trent University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or require an accessible version of a document/publication, please contact workwithhousing@trentu.ca.
To apply, visit the Student Housing Portal using your Trent login and select "Employment Application":
Resources
Careerspace
Download Careerspace's Resume and Cover Letter Guide.
Work with Housing Livestream
Want to learn more about the student staff positions available?
Do you have questions about working with Student Housing?
Would you like to meet some of the supervisors before you submit your application?
Watch the recording of our livestream to learn all about working with us:
2025-2026 Positions
Find available positions and the supporting documentation required with your application on our Student Staff Positions page.
Community Placement (all positions)
The Trent University Student Housing team is committed to building the best Residence Life Don teams possible, which will complement the strengths of individual team members and the ability for Student Housing to support students living in residence. Once job offers have been made, staff will have the ability to submit any accommodation needs for their living and/or working environment. Expected to be determined by June 2025.
Timeline
Learn more about our recruiting timeline in the table below.
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Work with Student Housing Livestream |
December 10, 2024 |
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Applications Close |
January 5, 2025 * |
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Interview Offers |
January 20, 2025 |
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Interviews |
January 29, 30, 31, 2025 |
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Offers of Employment sent |
February 13, 2025 |
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Completed Hiring Paperwork Due |
March 4, 2025 |
*Subject to change based on the number of applications received and/or extenuating circumstances encountered.
Questions? Contact our Hiring Team
If you have questions on any of our Student Housing student job roles, we encourage you to email us workwithhousing@trentu.ca - we will do our best to answer within 24 hours, or sooner.
Professional Employment Opportunities
We offer opportunities for professionals to engage and grow in housing, residence life, and student affairs. We conduct national searches for our positions and are committed to identifying a diverse pool of qualified applicants. Please visit our University Human Resources website for up-to-date information and applications processes for open professional positions within the Student Housing department.
In Student Housing, we offer opportunities for employees to learn, develop, and grow. As we work together, our team:
- Cares for one another,
- Hustles to get things done,
- Enjoys our work and interactions, and
- Learns continuously.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Applications
Do I need to submit both a cover letter and resume to be considered for an interview?
Yes, if you are missing a component of your application, it will be scored as incomplete. This will impact whether you are offered an interview.
I made an error on my application, who do I contact to fix it?
Contact workwithhousing@trentu.ca to reopen your application for editing.
Interviews
When will I know if I have an interview?
Invitations to attend an interview will be emailed to your Trent Email on January 20, 2025. You will be notified if you are not moving on to this next step in the hiring process.
What do I do if I need to change the interview timeslot I signed up for?
The option to reschedule or cancel your selected interview timeslot will be available to you on the Housing Portal up until 24 hours before your scheduled time. Please email workwithhousing@trentu.ca for any last-minute updates.
Offers of Employment and Paperwork
Criminal Record Check
I paid for my criminal record check using the MyBackCheck link, but I was unable to get a report.
Please contact the support line for further assistance at 1-877-455-6730.
I tried to complete my identity verification at Canada Post but my address does not match my driver’s license.
If you are a residence student, you can email residence@trentu.ca to request proof of address form. If you are not a residence student, please contact 1-877-455-6730 for further assistance.
Standard First Aid and CPR-C Certification
I have my Standard First Aid and CPR-C certificate, where do I submit this information?
Please return to the Hiring Paperwork step of your application on the Housing Portal to upload a copy of your certification. Please remember that your current certification must be valid through April 30, 2026.
I already have a BLS certificate, can I use that?
Unfortunately, an Emergency or BLS course would not satisfy your contract requirements for training. The Standard course offers 16 hours of instructions time, and more comprehensive training with first aid components such as wound care, fracture care, burns, etc.
I will be out of the country over the summer. Can I complete my training outside of Canada?
Unfortunately, training cannot be completed outside of Canada. We require that our staff members are trained to the Red Cross of Canada first aid standard, which includes resources and information specific to Canadian legislation and the resources available here.
I will be out of the country over the summer and cannot complete the training before my first day of work. Can I get permission to complete it later?
Please contact your supervisor to discuss the possibility of an extension.
My training will expire in the middle/near the end of my contract. Do I still need to redo it?
Your Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification must be valid throughout the term of your employment with Student Housing. If your certification will expire before the end of your contract, please talk with your supervisor about the timeline for completion of a new certification.
How much does it cost?
The average cost for a Standard First Aid and CPR-C course is $185.00 (CAD) with the St. John’s Ambulance.
Does Student Housing pay for this training?
Student staff are responsible for paying for their certification course.
Does Trent offer this training?
Student Housing and the Health & Safety department are offering a course on March 8/9 from 9:00am-4:30pm and Friday March 21 from 8:30am-4:30pm link to registration]. The cost will be discounted at a rate of $50.00. Student staff are responsible for paying for their certification course. Once you have completed your registration for the course, you will be contacted with details for payment, a link to online modules that must be completed before the in-person course, and a schedule for the day.
Additional locations to find courses:
If I provide a link to a course, can a member of Student Housing review it to tell me if it would be the correct course to enroll in?
Our team has already put together a list of providers that are offering the course for you! Please refer to the resources listed:
Financial Paperwork
How do I fill out the tax form?
Employers cannot advise their employees on how to fill out tax forms. Please consult the Canada Revenue Agency website for more information.
I will be out of the country/unable to attend training/a portion of training. Can I still take this job?
Please contact your supervisor for requests to miss any portion of required training for the role. https://www.trentu.ca/housing/about-us/contact-us
Next Steps
How do I contact my supervisor?
Summer communications will be sent to your Trent email (staff email if it is set up). To find contact information for your supervisor, please refer to the Contact Us page on the Housing website: https://www.trentu.ca/housing/about-us/contact-us
When does training start?
Refer to the start date indicated on your contract. Training dates will be confirmed by the spring. Please check your Trent email throughout the summer for updates from the department, expectations for training, and how to prepare for your training.
Where do I learn more about training?
Please check your Trent email throughout the summer for updates from the department, expectations for training, and how to prepare for your training.
Statement of Declaration
The health and safety of students, staff, and guests in the residence is a paramount concern for Student Housing at Trent University. To provide such an environment, Student Housing employs various student staff (e.g. Residence Life Dons, Services Centre Assistants, etc.) who demonstrate superior capacity as a role model through compliance with expectations (e.g. Residence Standards, expectations documents, employment contracts, etc.); the ability to make independent decisions as a peer leader and support to students in need; and as an information gatherer and student support for incidents occurring in residence (in applicable positions).
To ensure quality applicants, Student Housing will review the University history of all applicants, which includes, but is not limited to conduct, campus engagement, and employment history. Some positions must also meet an academic standard which is reviewed by Student Housing prior to, and throughout the course of employment.
Applicants whose conduct concerns (i.e. violations of the Residence Standards) or employment history exceed the acceptable threshold will not be invited to interview. Based on the requirements of the job, if there is a bonafide concern with an individual’s non-conduct related behaviors that might hinder the ability to meet expectations; a) an offer of employment will be conditional upon the applicant meeting expectations that ameliorate the concerns or b) an offer will not be made.
This job description reflects the principal job elements and does not list all responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.