job openings:

The Journal is always looking for great talent. Currently, we are looking to fill the following positions:

  • Contributor: Graduate Studies & Research

  • Board Chair

  • Vice-Chair

  • Student-at-large, Board Member (unpaid, volunteer position)

Please note all applicants for paid (contract) roles must be currently enrolled at Saint Mary’s University (Halifax, NS), be legally allowed to work in Canada, and have a Canadian SIN number. Click the buttons below to apply for any role or to contact us with your questions.

 

Here’s why you should work for the Journal:

  1. It’s Paid!

    Every management and editorial role with the Journal is paid! Contributors are paid per published article meaning the more you write, the more you earn! Executive and Assistant-level roles are paid an annual honorarium for their time. Every team member also earns a 10% commission for ad sales leads they provide. Plus, there’s potential bonuses and other perks like free access to paid events!

  2. Team building, training, and networking events.

    The Journal aims to host a few team-building events in person or virtually every year. In-person events are typically catered, feature a special guest speaker, and offer a variety of team-building activities. Virtual events include team calls where team members connect, receive society updates, and share a meal. Journal team members also have exclusive access to writing mentors and complimentary event tickets.

  3. Flexible & casual.

    While the Journal does have an office on campus that team members are welcome to use, the society is officially remote-first. You’re welcome to work anywhere and anytime that best suits your schedule. Writers are expected to submit at least one article a month with the option to submit more. But otherwise, we aim to let you focus on your studies or work another part-time job while contributing to the Journal.

  4. Development & skill-building.

    Journal team members have the opportunity to learn about writing, journalism, interviewing, editing, giving feedback, receiving feedback, business management, ad sales, finance, accounting, marketing, information technology, and board governance, among much more.

  5. Be involved!

    One of the best parts of University life is being active on campus. Joining a student publication is a fantastic way to meet new people, learn about campus activities, and get access to student events. There’s no better way to experience Saint Mary’s.

job descriptions:

Executive Editor: $2100/year

The Executive Editor oversees all content produced by the society. All contributors and assistant editors report to the Executive Editor. The Executive Editor is responsible for reviewing, approving, providing feedback and publishing all articles. The Journal’s Executive Editor should have high attention to detail, solid leadership skills, and be an experienced writer. This role is best for a mature/senior student.

Assistant Editor: $1380/year

Assistant Editors are responsible for assisting the Executive Editor in their responsibilities. The Assistant Editors primarily review, edit, and provide feedback on every article before being published. Assistant Editors may also assist in marketing tasks such as scheduling social media posts and preparing the Journal’s monthly newsletter. Assistant Editors report to the Executive Editor. This role is a mentorship rather than a direct leadership position. Applicants should have a firm grasp of the English language and have great attention to detail. This role is an excellent choice for third and fourth-year students, but anyone interested and passionate should apply!

Contributor: $75/article

Contributors are the backbone of the Journal. Contributors are responsible for writing at least one article per month with the option to write more. Each contributor is assigned to a content section and works with the Assistant/Executive Editors to write unique student-related content for our readers. Students of all experience levels and years are welcome to apply.

Executive Director: $2220/year

The Journal's Executive Director oversees the society's day-to-day operations. All team members ultimately report to the Executive Director, and the Executive Director reports to the society's board of directors. Areas of responsibility include society management, recruitment, information technology, ad sales, and finance. While the Executive Director is not directly involved with the content aspect of the society, the Executive Director does help curate the society's strategic direction and oversees all other critical business functions. This role is best for a mature/senior student with a passion for business and organizational leadership.

Assistant Director: $1380/year

The Assistant Executive Director is meant to assist the Executive Director with their responsibilities pertaining to the day-to-day operations of the Journal. The Assistant Executive Director will work on the Journal’s finances, marketing, recruitment, ad sales, and information technology. This role is great for business students in first to third year.

Student-at-large, Board of Directors: Volunteer/non-paid

The Journal is governed by its board of directors. The board sets the society's strategic direction, approves its annual budget, and ensures the organization operates with ethical integrity. The Journal looks to appoint 4-5 students to its board to ensure the students' voice is well represented. This role is ideal for students of any year looking to learn about board governance. This role requires the least time commitment of any role. Still, it provides a tremendous amount of value to ensure the Journal continues to operate successfully.

Note: All roles have opportunities for commissions on ad sales and other bonuses.