The Fulcrum is the University of Ottawa’s independent English-language student news outlet, now publishing exclusively online. Since 1942, we’ve provided the university with quality news and its students with invaluable opportunities for learning and growth. We’re a dynamic workplace located on campus, led by a small but mighty team. 

The Fulcrum has received funding from Canada Summer Jobs for two summer positions. Both positions are eight-week terms, beginning May 5 and ending June 27. The positions are for 35 hours per week, and are paid $17.20 per hour. During these eight weeks, employees will work alongside the Fulcrum’s editor-in-chief, Kavi Vidya Achar.

To apply for these jobs, you must:

• Be aged between 15 and 30 years old on the start date of the job;
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN); and
• Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada. International students and other temporary residents of Canada are not eligible

Summer Multimedia Manager

• responsible for the Fulcrum’s social media strategy and execution
• serve as the paper’s photographer, videographer, and/or graphic designer for the summer
• lead in the creation of a special summer paper issue of the Fulcrum for distribution during 101 Week
• To apply: email your resume, cover letter/vision for the Fulcrum, and a portfolio of artistic work to editor@thefulcrum.ca by April 27 at 8 p.m.

Summer Staff Writer

• serve as the Fulcrum’s lead writer this summer on beats including news, arts, and/or sports
• email your resume, cover letter, and two unedited writing samples (showcasing your ability to write in a journalistic format) to editor@thefulcrum.ca by April 27 at 8 p.m.

Due to the nature of the position, the successful applicant will be required to live in Ottawa from the start of their term to the end to attend possible in-person events.

The Fulcrum is an equal opportunity employer and accommodations are available for applicants during the hiring process.