Want to get involved with Laurier’s student media organization? Have an interest in journalism, writing, media, communications or people?

There are many different ways to get involved with Wilfrid Laurier University Student Publications. We hire a wide spectrum of people as volunteers and managers, to do everything from content-related jobs to the business administration end of the organization. Don’t worry about your experience — we’ll provide you with the training and opportunities to do what you are passionate about!

Listed below are the positions that are currently open for hire. Click each link to view the corresponding hiring page and application. If you have any questions regarding these positions or the applications, contact president@wlusp.com.

Who/What Are We Looking For?

Our volunteers, as well as the people we hire to work for us, are motivated, eager to learn, and reliable. We are less concerned with your past experience, and are more concerned with how willing you are to learn, seek out new ideas and think outside the box, and that you will complete your work reliably and on time!

Student Publications volunteers believe in the value of free media, and the power of professional journalism; they believe in our organization’s Mission, Vision and Values. This translates into everything that we do, from the objectivity our writing, to the quality of our radio broadcasts, to the professionalism of our distribution service.

In order to provide diverse content, diversity among our volunteers is absolutely essential. We pride ourselves in hiring students from across the spectrum of race, religion, gender, ability, and sexual orientation. This same principle applies to academic programs as well — you do not have to be a communications or journalism student to work for us! We have students from every faculty working in the many jobs that we offer.

If you have questions or concerns about what we look for in our volunteers, please contact president@wlusp.com.

*WLUSP is committed to preserving an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005). We welcome and encourage applications from people of all abilities. Unfortunately, our offices contain inaccessible infrastructure such as stairs, however, accommodations will be made whenever reasonably possible. Accommodations are available upon request for all applicants. Please email hr@wlusp.com if you require accommodations during the hiring process.

WLUSP Department Heads 2024-2025, Positions Open!

A publication’s department head is responsible for ensuring the production of their publication and, where applicable, their publication’s website. They are responsible for maintaining deadlines, overseeing production, maintaining consistent quality, preventing any instance of libel or plagiarism, preparing budgets, and managing staff and volunteers.

Application requirements:

- Resume (1 page)
- Platform (30-page maximum – size will vary depending on how large the department is)
  A platform is your vision for the upcoming year. Include your goals for the publication, your experience/what you’ll bring to the role, departmental structure, capital asset improvements and any details you feel should be included in your document.
  - Clearly state your name, year of study, contact information and the position you are applying for on a cover page.
  - Clearly label the sections of your platform.
  - In your platform, clearly outline all positions and roles within the publication you are applying for. As well, clearly state any changes you wish to implement within those positions or roles if applicable.

Available Positions:

*All positions with a strike through them are filled for the upcoming year.

How to Apply

Applications for each position must be sent to president@wlusp.com In the subject line of your application email, please clearly state the position you are applying for. Following the conclusion of the first hiring period, applications will now be accepted, and roles will be filled, on an ongoing basis.

Upon applying for a position, you will be contacted by Umaymah Suhail, the current President and Publisher, to set an interview date/time.

PUBLICATION HIRING, 2024-2025:

General hiring for 2024-2025 is open for publications for remaining positions. If you’re interested in joining one of our teams, click the links below, or visit their website, for more information!

All vacant roles will be filled on an ongoing basis.

The Cord is hiring for 2024-2025

Click here if you’re interested: applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

*Please note: only successful applicants will be contacted.

Radio Laurier is hiring for 2024-2025

Click here if you’re interested: applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

*Please note: only successful applicants will be contacted.

Blueprint Magazine is hiring for 2024-2025

Click here if you’re interested: applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

*Please note: only successful applicants will be contacted.

The Sputnik is hiring for 2024-2025

Click here if you’re interested: applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

*Please note: only successful applicants will be contacted.

Laurier Student Poll is hiring for 2024-2025

Click here if you’re interested: applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Please note: only successful applicants will be contacted.

The Keystone is hiring for 2024-2025

Email president@wlusp.com and keystone@wlusp.com for more information, or to submit an application. Please note: only successful applicants will be contacted.

Available Volunteer and Management Positions

The following positions are generally entry volunteer roles however, some editor and management level positions are included and may be subject to an honorarium. Best for applicants looking to build skills in a specific area or who just want to get involved with one of our publications. Not sure which publication to reach out to? Email info@wlusp.com and we’ll help you figure it out!