STUDENT POSITIONS
2026-2027 COMMISSIONERS
We’re hiring student community advocates–Accessibility, Gender Equity, International, Pride, and Racial Equity & Inclusivity Commissioners–for the 2026-2027 year!
SOGS Commissioners are SOGS members who are either part of a student constituency or are allies. Commissioners are hired each April and should start their roles on May 1. ⚠️ Note: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Commissioner hiring is delayed and the roles will not start until June 1, 2026.
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- 📆 Positions run June 1, 2026 to April 30, 2027 (11 months)
- ⏰ 6-10-hours per month
- 💰 Commissioners earn $500 per term, pro-rated ($1,500 per year)
- 💼 Commissioners report to the VP Advocacy
- ⚠️ Commissioners must submit a report once per term to SOGS Council and hold one constituency event each term
- 😎 Official liaison to the respective Commission (community advocate committee)
➡️ HOW TO APPLY: Submit your resume (max. two pages) and short cover letter (max. 250 words) as a single PDF file to jobs@sogs.ca by May 3rd at 11:59 pm.
HIRING TIMELINE:
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- 📝 April 20-May 3: Commissioner call-out for applications
- 🗣️ May 11-19: Commissioner interviews
- 🧑🏫 May 25-29: Commissioner onboarding
⛔️ The SOGS Indigenous Commissioner is hired by Indigenous Initiatives in the Summer Term, as they are also the SAGE Coordinator.
Learn more about the Commissioner roles below:
ACCESSIBILITY COMMISSIONER:
The Accessibility Commissioner advocates on behalf of SOGS members with disabilities and those that face accessibility challenges. Their primary role is to work towards greater accessibility and inclusivity for those with a wide range of disabilities (including but not limited to physical disabilities, mental disabilities/disorders and learning disabilities) and accessibility challenges (including but not limited to parents of children with disabilities) that have historically been insufficiently accounted for within society. The Accessibility Commission is also the official liaison and Chair of the Accessibility Commission.
GENDER EQUITY COMMISSIONER:
The Gender Equity Commissioner advocates on behalf of women, non-binary and trans-identifying SOGS members. The Gender Equity Commissioner connects students to campus or community resources, voices any concerns or interests at SOGS council meetings and is a member of the Gender Based and Sexual Violence Advisory Committee. The Commissioner works with other graduate students, as well as the Gender Equity Commission, to bring activities/events/campaigns to create a safe and inclusive space to share concerns or opinions and work together to improve the graduate student experience at Western. The Commissioner is also the official liaison and Chair of the Gender Equity Commission.
INTERNATIONAL COMMISSIONER:
The International Commissioner advocates on behalf of international graduate student members. In addition to representing this constituency’s needs and experiences across SOGS Council and at Western International, the International Commissioner works with the International Commission to host social, wellness, and academic events as a way to better support newcomers to grad life at WesternU. The International Commissioner is also the official liaison and Chair of the International Commission.
PRIDE COMMISSIONER:
The Pride Commissioner advocates on behalf of the 2SLGBTQIA+ SOGS members. In addition to representing the community’s interests at SOGS Council meetings, the Pride Commissioner helps connect students to resources, supports local 2SLGBTQIA+ events, and seeks out ways to support 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals. The Pride Commissioner is also the official liaison and Chair of the Pride Commission.
RACIAL EQUITY & INCLUSIVITY COMMISSIONER:
The SOGS Racial Equity and Inclusivity Commissioner advocates for racialized graduate students on issues and concerns affecting them at Western University. The commissioner will work with campus partners and community members to enhance the quality of student experience for racialized SOGS members. The Racial Equity and Inclusivity Commissioner is also the official liaison and Chair of the Racial Equity and Inclusivity Commission.
Have questions about the Commissioner roles? Get in touch with the current Commissioners or the VP Advocacy (advocacy@sogs.ca).
FULL-TIME POSITIONS
There are no jobs available at this time.
LIMITED TERM CONTRACTS
There are no jobs available at this time.
PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We’re looking to hire one (1) part-time Front Office Support Staff to help better support the Society.
PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Front Office Support Staff (FOSS) are responsible for assisting with student inquiries, distributing bus passes, addressing general Health and Dental Plan queries, and student services questions, as well as providing general office, membership, and staff support in the Society of Graduate Students (SOGS) office. The FOSS report to the Membership Services Manager.
JOB DESCRIPTION: To review the job description, including key accountabilities and outcomes, click here.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Currently enrolled at Western University or affiliate campus as a graduate student (i.e., are a SOGS member) or is a SOGS alumnus.
- Experience working in a front-facing client or membership services role.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Experience working in the university sector and with student populations.
- Experience working for a non-profit, union, or advocacy organization.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, and ATTRIBUTES:
- Demonstrates flexibility, effective communication, collaboration, and diplomacy with an annually elected Executive Committee in a changing environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
- Strong membership service, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
- Maintains composure with individuals experiencing stress, grief, or distress.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Upholds confidentiality of personal information.
- Uses initiative and self-direction to complete tasks.
- Exercises tact and diplomacy in all working relationships with the following, but not limited to, graduate student membership, Health and Dental Plan contacts, university partners, and SOGS staff, representing the organization thoughtfully and professionally.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to troubleshoot.
TIME COMMITMENT: The typical work week is two to three (2-3) six-hour shifts per week from 10 AM to 4 PM or 12-18-hours per week. Applicants must have availability to work Fridays.
REMUNERATION: $22 per hour
INTERESTED IN APPLYING?
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Send a 📝 brief cover letter (250 words or fewer) that outlines why you’re the perfect fit for the position and 📆 includes your weekly availability, along with your 💼 resume to jobs@sogs.ca by Sunday June 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
All applicants must provide their availability to work shifts for both Summer 2026 and Fall 2026.
️🚫 DO NOT send us your academic CVs. We’re looking for a professional resume that shows your relevant employment experience. 🙏
Note: ⚠️ Only qualified applicants who meet the scheduling requirements of the office will be considered.