Employment Opportunities
Current Opportunities:
Position: Summer Institute Instructor
Job Location: University of Victoria
Term: 2-5 weeks in June, July, and/or August 2026
Salary: $25/hour (+ 4% vacation pay) | (minimum 75 hours)
Deadline: Open until filled
Contact/Questions: Connor Nelson, Manager of Programs (svprograms@uvic.ca or 250-721-8158)
Description
We are looking to build our Summer (2026) Highschool Institute Instructor team: university graduates and current graduate students that are enthusiastic, passionate, and engaging leaders. Your job will be to educate and inspire these young minds, provide them with a positive outlook on the world of science and engineering, build confidence, and to serve as a resource to other educators through hands-on workshops and summer camps. Our instructors are important role models for youth, introducing them to the wonders of STEM and instilling a curiosity that may one day change the world. This summer we are looking for team members with the following backgrounds:
Protein Synthesis
Preferred Candidate Background: Microbiology, Biomedical Engineering
Program-specific Skills: Protein synthesis lab protocols, experience teaching/leading students in a lab setting
Program Dates: August 4 – 7
Eng Academy
Preferred Candidate Background: Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical)
Program-specific Skills: Microcontrollers, programming, wiring, soldering
Program Dates: August 10 – 14
Techccelerator
Preferred Candidate Background: Computer Science, Business, Software Engineering
Program-specific Skills: Technology entrepreneurship, Software development
Program Dates: August 24 – 28
Minecraft - Beyond Vanilla
Preferred Candidate Background: Computer Science, Software Engineering
Program-specific Skills: Creating mods in Minecraft
Program Dates: July 13 – 17
Unity Game Forge
Preferred Candidate Background: Computer Science, Software Engineering
Program-specific Skills: Experience with Unity or other game engines, Video game development
Program Dates: July 27 - 31
Planet Friendly Power
Preferred Candidate Background: Electrical Engineering, Sustainability
Program-specific Skills: Renewable energy technology, Power engineering, Engineering design
Program Dates: August 17 – 21
CRD STEM
Preferred Candidate Background: Engineering (Civil, Environmental)
Program-specific Skills: Water testing, Civil engineering concepts
Program Dates: July 6 – 10 AND July 20 – 24
More program details can be found at: https://www.scienceventure.ca/high-school-programs
Your work term at Science Venture will have 3 main components:
Training
Participating in Science Venture and Actua training sessions. Training will include behaviour management, conflict resolution, policies, procedures, inclusion and accessibility, and safety training relevant to your institute(s)
Institute Preparation (37.5 hours, full- or part-time)
Creating content, lesson plans, and liaising with campus partners to design and prepare your summer institute(s)
Summer Institute (37.5 hours, full-time)
Delivering institutes as a two-person instructor team for 1-2 full weeks. Maintaining an inclusive and safe space for all youth. Following daily camp procedures (sign-in, lunch time, sign-out, extended hours, injury reporting). Contributing to the future of the program by participating in evaluation, providing feedback, and sharing success stories.
About You
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Complete a criminal record check before the start of your employment
Full-time availability during the institute(s) you are applying for
Assets:
Currently pursuing, or recently completed, a graduate degree at UVic
Previous experience working with youth and teens
Institute-specific skills as described above
First-Aid Certification
Key Competencies:
A passion and interest in STEM outreach and education
Ability to act as a role model to youth and work in a team environment
Openness to learning and feedback
Ability to be resourceful, flexible and adaptable to a fast-paced work environment
Application Procedure
Get to know Science Venture - Explore our website. See if this job is for you!
Prepare your application - Update your cover letter and resume.
Submit:
UVic Students: Complete the online application form here (UVic login required).
External Applicants: Complete the online application form here
Application Questions?
Any questions about the application procedure can directed to Connor Nelson at svprograms@uvic.ca.
