🌞 Summer Job Opportunities – Ethiopian Association of Kitchener-Waterloo (EAKW) 🇪🇹
We are excited to offer paid summer job opportunities for youth in our community! These roles provide valuable hands-on experience, skill development, and a chance to make a real impact.
📍 Location: 65 Hanson Avenue, Kitchener, ON
💰 Wage: $17.60/hour
🧑💼 1. Administrative Assistant
📅 Start Date: April 20, 2026
⏳ Duration: 8 weeks | 35 hours/week
Support daily operations, community programs, and outreach efforts.
Key tasks: Front-line support, emails & calls, organizing files, event support, communications, and board reporting.
Skills gained: Communication, teamwork, digital skills, organization
📱 2. Social Media Coordinator
📅 Start Date: April 20, 2026
⏳ Duration: 10 weeks | 35 hours/week
Help grow our online presence and engage the community digitally.
Key tasks: Content creation, graphics & videos, event promotion, community engagement, analytics tracking
Skills gained: Digital marketing, creativity, communication, analytics
🎨 3. Arts & Recreation Program Leader
📅 Start Date: April 20, 2026
⏳ Duration: 12 weeks | 30 hours/week
Lead youth programs through arts, crafts, and recreational activities.
Key tasks: Run activities, support sports programs, create safe environments, assist events
Skills gained: Leadership, facilitation, teamwork, creativity
👥 Who Can Apply?
Youth ages 15–30, especially those interested in community work and those facing barriers to employment.
🌍 Our Commitment
EAKW encourages applications from youth facing barriers to employment, including Black youth and youth with disabilities. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and a supportive work environment.
📩 Apply Now!
Send your resume and cover letter to:
📞 Or call: 519-497-2547
Make your summer meaningful—gain experience, build skills, and support your community!