Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Strategy and Events

Positions available: 3 ( 1 team with 3 students) Project Description and Scope: Introduction The Career Centre is seeking students that are interested in helping to conceptualize and develop resources and events that will help the VSE Career Centre systemically integrate inclusion into our operations and services. Students would have the opportunity to · Conduct Diversity, Inclusion and Equity (DEI) research, plan events, work with diverse stakeholders, and write recommendation reports to make inclusion more intentional and apparent at UBC, starting with the BIE program and potentially the rest of VSE · Work with other students in the program to plan and deliver an event for the BIE Class of 2024 with two primary goals in mind: obtaining maximum attendance for students to be able to interact outside of an academic context; unpack the theme “Moving Beyond Cultural Boundaries” with the help of speaker(s) who can talk about diversity and inclusion · Aid in continuing research for multiple events for Fall 2021, where students have the chance to unpack issues of inclusivity such as: ageism, LGBTQIA+ rights, mental and physical disabilities, racism, sexism, Truth and Reconciliation, and other forms of discrimination in the workplace and in today’s world · Provide recommendations for our plan moving forward We’re looking for someone like you if: · You are passionate about promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion · You are a strategic thinker with an ability to reinvent and develop new opportunities · You are ambitious and excited to explore DEI · You like working collaboratively with team members and stakeholders · You are sensitive to the current social and political environment surrounding DEI Qualifications: · Self-motivated and driven to lead an impactful event · Able to work with attention to detail and highly organized · Event planning and management experience · Excellent oral communication and presentation skills · Previous experience working with inclusivity, equity, and diversity preferred · Adaptable and flexible with excellent interpersonal skills to work with a diverse population of students, colleagues, and outside stakeholders · Able to provide clear and precise next step recommendations as part of a final report Student will receive: - Weekly oversight through prescheduled meetings - Constant feedback on operations - Recommendations and potential to return for other projects after completion

LinkedIn Strategy and Content

Positions Available: 2 Introduction The VSE Career Centre is seeking students that are interested in developing and implementing digital content strategies that will help the VSE Career Centre facilitate connections between BIE students and alumni, employers, and other partners via LinkedIn. Students would have the opportunity to Create and implement a digital strategy for the VSE Career Centre’s use of the LinkedIn company page platform, with the intent to engage with employers and partners to connect them with BIE students and alumni. Build a LinkedIn company page from start to finish as well as furnish it with written and visual content Maintain the VSE Career Centre’s LinkedIn group page for BIE students and alumni by creating and/or curating relevant content, articles and visuals Be involved in the furthering of a professional online presence Offer insight into future digital needs of the VSE Career Centre We’re looking for someone like you if: You are passionate about digital strategy and brand representation You are a critical thinker with an ability to analyze and design long-term media strategy You are attuned to the needs of different audiences and can tailor content accordingly You like working in a team environment and are receptive to feedback You are sensitive to the differences between personal and professional media presence Qualifications: Excellent writing and communications skills, particularly the ability to write clearly and professionally Intermediate knowledge of LinkedIn preferred Able to create content that is brand-consistent on a regular basis Excellent time-management and organizational skills Student will receive: Weekly oversight through prescheduled meetings Constant feedback on operations Recommendations and potential to return for other projects after completion

Website: Continued Development and Transition Planning

Positions available: 2 Project Description and Scope: Introduction The VSE Career Centre is seeking students that are interested in assisting in the development of new features for the Career Centre website as well as vetting current VSE Career Centre content on UBC pages online. Students would have the opportunity to Develop a virtual gallery-style feature that will compile BIE student information and present it in a format that is attractive and informative for potential employers Interact with and contribute to the testing and development of a professional website Assess and identify potential areas on UBC pages that may be outdated, require new links, or otherwise require attention AND implement changes to remedy these issues Offer insight to improve functionality, appearance, and content of the VSE Career Centre’s online presence We’re looking for someone like you if: You are interested in web design and infrastructure You are a critical thinker that is able to analyze and assess a situation for potential issues You are excited by the creation and implementation of web features You like problem solving and working collaboratively Qualifications: Strong attention to detail General knowledge of a coding language preferred Excellent proofreading and communication skills Able to write clearly and professionally Student will receive: Weekly oversight through prescheduled meetings Constant feedback on operations Recommendations and potential to return for other projects after completion

Onboarding and Operations Manual Standardization

Positions available : 2 Project Description and Scope: Introduction The VSE Career Centre is seeking students that are interested in helping to update and further develop a standardized operations manual for onboarding new team members that encompasses all portfolios within the VSE Career Centre and will provide ongoing resources for those working for the VSE Career Centre. Students would have the opportunity to Reimagine the overall layout of the Operations Manual while maintaining the integrity of the information and updating appropriately Consult team members to understand onboarding and work procedures specific to the VSE Career Centre Write content designed for new volunteers and members containing instructions for the necessary courses, documents, and supplements required for integration into the VSE Career Centre Assemble a completed module or “toolkit” that encompasses all the resources needed to be a successful member of the VSE Career Centre team We’re looking for someone like you if: You enjoy developing frameworks to standardize the presentation of information You like working with page layout design You can balance the visually appealing aspects of a project with functionality and accessibility You are focused and consistent in your work Qualifications: Excellent writing skills, particularly the ability to write concisely and effectively, as in step-by-step tutorials Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills Able to compile information and organize it in a logical and meaningful way Intermediate knowledge of principles of design and some experience with the Adobe Creative Suite for document layout and creation preferred Able to understand and create brand-consistent materials that are stylistically aligned with the VSE Career Centre’s image Student will receive: Weekly oversight through prescheduled meetings Constant feedback on operations Recommendations and potential to return for other projects after completion

BIE Student Degree Planning Package

Positions available: 2 Project Description and Scope: Introduction The VSE Career Centre is seeking students that are interested in building informational packages intended for BIE students to increase awareness of the resources offered by the VSE Career Centre as well as assist in the successful planning of their degree. Students would have the opportunity to Research and assemble materials that would be relevant to BIE students in their first years of the program to assist in planning for the rest of their degree Compile resources offered by the VSE Career Centre and/or UBC that promote personal and professional development and synthesize to create guides tailored specifically to BIE students Design page layouts that are easy to understand and inviting for students We’re looking for someone like you if: You enjoy graphic design and page layout You are creative, with the ability to utilize design principles to increase content engagement You are resourceful with strong research capabilities You like working collaboratively with team members You are aware of different audience needs and how to tailor content to suit them Qualifications: Excellent writing skills, particularly the ability to write concisely and effectively, for instructional materials Strong interpersonal skills Able to compile, synthesize, and organize information in a logical and meaningful way Intermediate knowledge of principles of design and some experience with the Adobe Creative Suite for document layout and creation preferred Able to understand and create brand-consistent materials that are stylistically aligned with the Career Centre’s image Student will receive: Weekly oversight through prescheduled meetings Constant feedback on operations Recommendations and potential to return for other projects after completion

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Event Planning

No of positions available: 4 ( 1 team with 4 students) Project Description and Scope Introduction The Career Centre is seeking students that are interested in helping to develop a series of long-term strategies to help systemically integrate inclusion into our operations and services. In particular, we want individuals to plan a weeklong series of events to explore and promote Diversity, Inclusion and Equity (DEI) in the BIE program for the classes of 2024 and 2025. Students will have the opportunity to: · Conceptualize data from DEI Long Term Growth Plan project (May-Jun 21’) and research from DEI Events and Strategy project (Mar-May 21’) on issues of inclusivity such as: ageism, LGBTQIA+ rights, mental and physical disabilities, racism, sexism, Truth and Reconciliation, and other forms of discrimination in the workplace and in today’s world · Work with other students in the program to plan a one-week long event for the BIE Class of 2024 and 2025 unpacking issues of inclusivity such as: ageism, LGBTQIA+ rights, mental and physical disabilities, racism, sexism, Truth and Reconciliation, and other forms of discrimination in the workplace and in today’s world and connect students through a non-academic setting · Contact and collaborate with other UBC groups and clubs that promote DEI · Contact speakers and curate authentic programming to maximize student engagement · Promote and market the event through BIE social channels to maximize attendance and student participation We’re looking for someone like you if: · You are passionate about understanding and promoting DEI through active programming · You are excited about engaging with other community members who are also passionate about DEI · You have a pioneering and entrepreneurial spirit, and enjoy curating new projects · You are excited about planning events that will impact your peers and community · You have a passion for initiating and building strong relationships with diverse peers, colleagues, faculty and stakeholders · You are sensitive to the current social and political environment surrounding DEI Qualifications: · Excellent oral and written communication skills · Ability to consolidate and analyze data · Self-motivated and driven with event planning experience · Strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of professionalism in communicating with speakers · Experience working with Adobe InDesign · Previous experience working with diversity, equity, and inclusion preferred Student will receive: - Weekly oversight through prescheduled meetings - Constant feedback on operations - Recommendations and potential to return for other projects after completion

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Long Term Growth Plan

No of positions available: 3 ( 1 team with 3 students) Project Description and Scope The Career Centre is seeking students that are interested in helping to conceptualize and develop a series of long-term strategies to help systemically integrate inclusion into our operations and services. Students will have the opportunity to: · Analyze the current state of affairs of DEI initiatives at UBC · Create an initial long-term growth strategy report that suggests methods to integrate DEI principles into the VSE Career Centre, and ultimately involve other faculties to encourage integration into both the BIE as well as UBC curriculum · Interview and survey domestic and international BIE students to gain insights and a clear perspective on the issues students face in their daily life · Liaise and work with other DEI student-run organizations at the university, as well as with other faculties, staff, and professors to gain a better understanding of their perspective on DEI · Write a final DEI report that includes recommendations on the steps to take moving forward in the path to make DEI principles an integral part of UBC’s university culture We’re looking for someone like you if: · You are passionate about researching, understanding, and promoting DEI · You are excited about engaging with other community members who are also passionate about DEI · You have a pioneering and entrepreneurial spirit, and enjoy initiating new projects · You are a strategic thinker with the ability to formulate and develop a bigger picture perspective · You have the ability to initiate and build strong relationships with all diverse stakeholders · You are sensitive to the current social and political environment surrounding DEI Qualifications: · Excellent written communication skills in writing reports · Ability to research, survey, and consolidate and analyze data · Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel to analyze and present findings · Self-motivated and driven with project management experience · Strong interpersonal skills and business acumen · Previous experience working with diversity, equity, and inclusion preferred Student will receive: - Weekly oversight through prescheduled meetings - Constant feedback on operations - Recommendations and potential to return for other projects after completion

myWinegenie Applications - Prototype App Research & Recommendations

PROJECT DESCRIPTION/DESCRIPTION DU PROJET: We want to test our prototype app within our target market and audience to determine market feasibility. HOW MANY STUDENT INTRAPRENEURS WILL THIS PROJECT ACCOMMODATE?/DE COMBIEN D’ÉTUDIANTS AVEZ-VOUS BESOIN POUR EXÉCUTER CE PROJET? 3 TIME COMMITMENT PER STUDENT/TEMPS DE TRAVAIL PAR ÉTUDIANT: [ please indicate either 30 hours, 50 hours, or 70 hours/veuillez indiquer 30, 50 ou 70 heures]: 70 hours KEY PROJECT ACTIVITIES/TÂCHES ASSOCIÉES AU PROJET: Survey Development Focus Group Study Data Analysis Findings and Recommendations IDEAL ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES/RÔLES/RESPONSABILITÉS:* Applied market research skillset is an asset Technology background is an asset FINAL PROJECT DELIVERABLES/LIVRABLES DU PROJET: Findings and recommendations of prototype app PROJECT MENTOR NAME/NOM DU MENTOR DU PROJET: Diane Jang

#2-WebTv Launch: Digital & Design marketing strategy

( https://www.facebook.com/mondesignmakay ) Bonjour ! Je suis la CEO de Mon Design Ma Kay et Mentor ! INTRODUCTION First and foremost, So Happy to count you in our TEAM !! Our organization is able to offer a virtual internship opportunity for 5 students or 1 team for a 70 hrs commitment. We are looking to work with students to identify new opportunities to achieve our business goals. We are open to feedback about areas of focus, as we would like our assigned person or team to preform a comprehensive analysis of our business. If you like the sound of our culture, and are ready to tackle this challenge with us, then we'd love to hear from you. A student or team with excellent writing and video skills would be the ideal candidate for this project. We communicate with our virtual intern using these communication tools: Riipen messaging, and company email This PROJECT will be explain in english and french. French version can be send via your email. ****** We will provide students with access to the Facebook, I.G, Website to complete their work LûDesign is a company that offers interior design accessible for everyone to live in a better space that reflets us. Therefore, we wish to create a concept for a web TV series that introduces multiple residential projects from ethnocultural communities in order to highlight their history, their voices and their aspirations. This project will allow interior designers, suppliers, contractors as well as specialists of colour, with no social media visibility, due to their origins and their culture, to present projects and be recognized for their talent among their peers. Our goal is to have a team that will help us create and develop our concept, our impact and brand image. Allowing this project to grow and flourish from a few to millions of watchers. We have 5 specifiques domains for you to better the compagnie, create opportunities for you to grow and have this amazing sense of accomplishment. We will resume them here but know that we have a very, very detail list of objectivs for you. I will send it to you via your email. 1-COMMUNICATION / 2-MARKETING We want to be recognized in our community and nationally for the unprecedent work that we are doing in this country. We have a great story to tell and we want it to be picked up by media outlets, we want to target Millennial, Consumers who are in obsesses with design shows. But, We want people of cultural minority to be upfront in a WebTV showcasing there place or construction business. We need the focus and the light to be shift on those we never see on tv. We want you to assist us in updating our branding in a way that clearly differentiates us from our competitors and serves our targets market. We would like students to help us with creating content that is aligned with our vision, mission, and sector. 3-DESIGN Our organization ALSO needs some graphic design help! awareness. This project may combine research, data analysis, graphic design w/ Sketch or Adobe XD, prototyping, one-page creations and more! Before we begin paid promotional campaigns, we want to create our website so it reflects our standards and guest expectations. This will also include updating key visual brand components. 4-INFORMATIQUE & DÉVELOPPEMENT WEB As for the website part, we would like a new website for our organization. We aren’t sure which platform we would like for it to be built on, but we have an idea of what we would like it to do. We would like to work with students to develop a new website for us. 5-MARKET RESEARCH / RECHERCHE DE MARCHÉ It’s important for us to have a better understanding of how our target audience perceives our brand and competitors. We want to develop clarity on our competitive advantages and optimize our marketing strategy, so so we can uniquely position ourselves within our industry. We hope to gain a comprehensive understanding of the competitors in our space and how we can differentiate ourselves through our product/service offering, and our messaging.