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Student Jobs
The Faculty of Music offers a number of positions for Faculty of Music students, as well as a limited number of positions open to students from all Laurier departments. Students can apply for more than one position for which they are eligible. See each position description for more details, including application process.
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- Usher - closed
Academic Positions
Academic positions are open only to Faculty of Music students. Applications are open for positions starting in September 2026 or January 2027. Use this form to apply to all academic positions.
Review of applications will begin after June 15, but applications will remain open until all positions are filled. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Year 1 Music Theory
Job Description
Theory Tutors (Year 1: MUAC101/102). In-class peer tutor assistance during 9 of the 12 Friday classes in each term, supporting first year students with problem solving and foundational skills. A limited amount of individual or small group tutoring support may be available, to be assigned by the instructor as needed. The Faculty is looking to assign one Peer Tutor to each section of MUAC101 and MUAC102. A tutor may be assigned to two consecutive sections if interested and if needed.
Qualifications
Second-year Music students who earned no less than A- in each of MUAC101 and MUAC102. Exceptionally strong music theory students in Third or Fourth year, willing to invest in learning the missing elements of the new theory curriculum will be considered. Strong interpersonal skills suitable for peer tutoring and a recommendation from a member of the music theory teaching faculty regarding suitability, responsibility, and reliability. Tutors must be available on Fridays from 9:30-10:20 or 10:30-11:20. All applicants shall be considered on the basis of their academic strengths, subject to meeting the availability requirements to cover all sections of the course. Preference will be given to students available for both Fall and Winter courses.
Year 2 Music Theory
Job Description
Theory Tutors (Year 2: MUAC211/MUAC212). A limited amount of small group or individual tutoring support to be assigned by the instructor as needed.
Qualifications
Third- or fourth-year Music students who earned no less than A- in each of MU161, MU162, MU266 and MU268 (or equivalent). Strong interpersonal skills suitable for peer tutoring and a recommendation from a member of the music theory teaching faculty regarding suitability, responsibility, and reliability. All applicants shall be considered on the basis of their academic strengths. Preference may be given to students majoring in Music Theory or Music Education.
Musical Skills/Musicianship
Job Description
Skills Tutors and Musicianship Tutors (Fall term: MUST201; Winter term: MUST102/MUST202): conduct group sessions with broad appeal to assist students in the various aspects of the skills/musicianship curricula. Piano facility is required to conduct dictation sessions. Please indicate your level of comfort for playing dictation passages from the piano in your cover letter. A very limited amount of individual tutoring may be available..
Qualifications
Third- or fourth-year Music students. Requirements: a minimum of A- in the skills courses at the year-level in which they would like to tutor, strong interpersonal skills suitable for a peer tutoring environment, and a recommendation from a member of the musical skills teaching faculty. Under exceptional circumstances, a second-year student may be considered for first-year classroom assistance.
Marking
Markers (all courses above): Limited marking/grading assistance may be offered to approved Tutors.
Rate of Pay: All Tutors
*rates of pay are subject to change
- $23.34/hour for second-year undergraduate
- $26/hour for third-year undergraduate
- $28.64/hour for fourth- or fifth-year undergraduate
- $19.54-22.19/hour for marking
Number of Hours
Varies according to need.
Job Description
Pianist/Accompanist to accompany the singing students in MUST100: Foundational Vocal Techniques (Non-Voice Majors) and MUST101: Foundational Vocal Techniques (Voice Majors).
Qualifications
Preference will be given to 4th year piano students, Chamber Diploma Students and students who have completed the accompanying courses. Under exceptional circumstances, a 2nd or 3rd year student may be considered. Strong sight reader with capabilities in multiple genres is required. Recommendation of the Piano Faculty.
Rate of Pay
*rates of pay are subject to change
- $26/hour for third-year undergraduate
- $28.64/hour for fourth- or fifth-year undergraduate
Number of Hours
Approximately 20-30h total. Class times are:
- Tues/Thurs 8:30 a.m. to 9:20 a.m.
- Tues/Thurs 9:30 a.m. to 10:20 a.m.
- Tues/Thurs 10:30 a.m. to 11:20 a.m.
Accompanists must be available during class times for the section they are accompanying.
Job Description
Invigilate quizzes, tests, exams in the Faculty of Music as needs arise.
Qualifications
2nd, 3rd or 4th year undergraduate music student of exceptional character and integrity. Recommendation of a member of the Music Faculty.
Rate of Pay
*rates of pay are subject to change
$19.57/hour
Number of Hours
As needed throughout the Fall and Winter terms to assist with proctoring needs in the Faculty.
Applications for this position will be open in September 2026. Please check back for a link to an application form at that time.
Job Description
- Audition day responsibilities include:
- Assisting with set-up and clean-up of audition spaces,
- Greeting auditioning students and their friends/families,
- Signing-in auditioning students prior to their audition,
- Guiding auditioning students to and from warm-up, audition, and interview rooms,
- Providing general information,
- Answering questions,
- Conducting tours of the Faculty of Music facilities, and
- Facilitating virtual auditions/interview over Zoom.
- Participate in bi-weekly staff meetings.
- Assist with Laurier Open Houses and other on-campus recruitment events. Recruitment event responsibilities include:
- Manning an information table,
- Greeting event participants and answering questions, and
- Providing assistance to the Recruitment Coordinators as needed.
- Provide Faculty of Music facility tours to prospective students and families as needed, depending on availability (this could include weekends).
- Assist the Auditions & Recruitment Coordinator with other tasks related to auditions and recruitment, as needed.
Qualifications
- Must be a Laurier Faculty of Music student in good academic standing.
- Applicants should have skills in communication, organization, time management, problem solving, and working as a team.
- Applicants should be comfortable communicating with prospective students, parents, and faculty instructors both in-person and on a virtual platform.
- Knowledge and ease of using and hosting meetings on Zoom is required. Knowledge of Microsoft Teams is an asset.
- Proficiency of using basic audio/visual equipment (e.g. amps, microphones, soundboards, classroom sound and video system, etc.) is an asset.
Number of Hours
- The number of hours varies according to the audition schedule and personal availability. The majority of hours will be during the Winter 2027 Term, on Saturdays between 8:30am-6:30pm.
- Must be available to work a minimum of two Saturdays a month during the audition season (January-April).
- Other availability needs may include weekday meetings and being available for other weekday/weekend on-campus recruitment events and tours, as needed.
This position is open only to Music students. Applications are currently closed.
Job Description
- At least one candidate must be a percussion or drum set major
- These roles assist with tasks not related to curricular responsibilities
- Training to take place during the second half of August and during Orientation Week
Duties Include (to be divided between two positions):
- Create and maintain schedules for lending of concert percussion, drum set and backline equipment
- Weekly classroom reset
- Ensure inventory files are up to date
- Coordinate & organize equipment storage room
- Coordinate the signing out of equipment to students and curricular activities
- Coordinate the booking and training of students using the recording studio
- Move and maintain equipment for external renters and instances outside of regular curricular requirements, including updating inventory files
- Ensure percussion studio and storage spaces are organized
- Proactively monitor the condition of Faculty-owned musical instruments and equipment, identifying and reporting any maintenance or repair needs to supervisor in a timely manner
Qualifications
- Current Faculty of Music student
- Experience with one of (or all) backline, drum-set, and/or Percussion equipment
- Demonstrated organization, interpersonal, and time management skills
- A strong sense of initiative, able to work independently, self-starter
- Requires lifting up to 25lb
Rate of pay
- $22/hr
Number of Hours
- 5-12 hours per week
Both music and non-music students may apply to work as student technicians in the Faculty of Music theatres.
If you are interested in applying, please email LJ Sherratt with a resume and cover letter. The first round of hiring takes place in October. A second round may occur in January depending on staffing needs. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, but applicants may not receive a response until the following hiring period.
Job Description
- Assist with the setup, running and tear downs of concerts put on by the Faculty of Music and others
- May also assist with inventory, access, routine maintenance, housekeeping, and special projects around the Savvas Chamberlain Music Building
Qualifications
- Must be able to lift equipment & furniture weighing up to 25lbs
- Prior experience in stage management and experience with theatre preferred but training will be provided
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- In the event of an emergency, directs performer movement and behaviour to ensure safety for all
- Must successfully complete provided on-the-job training
Number of Hours
- 2-15h/week, depending on concert volume during the season
- Off-peak months: September, December, January
- On-peak months: November, March, April
- Work is also available during the summer
Both music and non-music students may apply to work as ushers in the Faculty of Music theatres.
The usher position is posted on Navigator in late September or late January or both, depending on staffing needs. Please keep an eye on Navigator during this time. If you have questions about the job description, you may contact Maria Kouznetsova. Please do not email resumes or cover letters, but instead apply directly via the Navigator posting when it is available.
Job Description
- Greets patrons and assists them in finding their seats
- Assists guests with locating exits and amenities such as restrooms, coat check, and concession
- Assists guests with limited mobility or other accessibility needs with accommodations such as advance seating and Listening Assist
- Ensures that aisles, walkways, and designated seating areas are clear, clean, and safe
- Enforces venue policies
- Assists guests with complaints and escalates to supervisor as needed
- In the event of an emergency, assists in managing patron movement to a safe location
- Notifies supervisor of any problems with facilities, supplies, and venue
- Runs coat check at events where a coat check is available
- Other concert-related duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications
- Physical requirements:
- Prolonged periods of standing
- Prolonged periods of sitting
- Skills:
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Consistent professional and neat presentation and friendly demeanor
- Ability to manage crowds and remain calm in stressful situations
- Must successfully complete provided on-the-job training
Number of Hours
- 2-15h/week, depending on concert volume during the season
- Off-peak months: September, December, January
- On-peak months: November, March, April
- Work is also available during the summer