Applications for 2025-2026 are now open!

Are you ready to make a difference? The ISSO is looking for dedicated student volunteers to help welcome and support Global Ravens at Carleton University! If you love connecting with people, supporting fellow students, and getting involved on campus, we encourage you to apply.

Why Volunteer?

As an ISSO Volunteer, you’ll gain:
✅ Peer-to-peer support and community
✅ Networking opportunities
✅ Co-Curricular Record (CCR) credit (must volunteer at 3 events minimum) — great for employment and grad school applications!
✅ Valuable experience in leadership and event support

Volunteer Roles & Commitments

Summer 2025 Volunteer June 3 – August 30, 2025

  • Help with ISSO initiatives during the summer months
  • Time commitment: 3 hours or less per month (opportunities sent via email)

International Orientation Volunteer (Fall & Winter)

  • Welcome new international students at orientation events
  • Fall 2025: August 5 – September 6th
  • Winter 2026: January 5 – 31st
  • Time commitment: As much as you can offer!

Academic Year Volunteer (September – April)

  • Support ISSO events and workshops throughout the year
  • Time Commitment: 5 hours a month or less

International Student Ambassador (Ongoing)

  • Assist International Admissions & Recruitment as needed
  • Time Commitment: Start anytime, continue until April 11, 2025

Past ISSO Volunteer Events & Activities

Peer Support & Networking

  • Global Café (multiple sessions) – A casual meet-up offering free coffee, snacks, and conversations with fellow students, fostering a sense of community.
  • Tabling Events – Engaging with students at various ISSO and campus-wide events to provide information, answer questions, and create connections.
  • SIN Clinic with Service Canada – A dedicated clinic where students can apply for their Social Insurance Number (SIN) on campus, making the process more accessible.

❄️ Social & Cultural Events

  • International Student Fall & Winter Orientation Day– Activities designed to welcome new international students in the winter term, featuring social events, information sessions, and cultural celebrations.
  • Snowshoeing in Gatineau Park – A guided snowshoeing adventure where students explore Canada’s winter landscapes and enjoy outdoor activities.
  • Frost & Friends: ISSO Skating Event! – A fun-filled ice skating event where students learn to skate and embrace Canada’s winter traditions.
  • Winterlude: Celebration of Culture & Community – A visit to Ottawa’s famous Winterlude festival, where students experience ice sculptures, cultural exhibits, and winter fun.
  • Vanier Sugar Shack (Cabane à Sucre) Visit – A traditional French-Canadian experience where students enjoy maple taffy and learn about maple syrup production..
  • Museum Visits – Organized trips to explore Ottawa’s rich history and culture at museums such as the Canadian Museum of History, the National Gallery of Canada, and the Canadian Museum of Nature.

Community Engagement & Special Events

  • Campus to Community Day – In From the Cold (Partnered with the Student Experience Office) – A volunteer initiative supporting Ottawa’s homeless community, where students help prepare and serve meals.
  • CAB Salsa Night (Partnered with Student Experience Office)  – A lively evening of Latin music and dance, where students can learn salsa moves and enjoy an energetic social atmosphere.
  • Galentine’s Day Celebration: Craft & Fun!(Partnered with the CUSA Women’s Centre) – A creative event celebrating friendships with crafts, games, and activities to bring students together.
  • International Brunch (Partnered with CUSA) – A community-building event where International students connect over food and shared experiences.
  • Dream Catcher Workshop (Partnered with CUSA Mawandoseg Centre)   – A cultural workshop where students learn about Indigenous traditions and create their own dream catchers.
  • Thriving in a New Culture: Strategies for Well-being and Success (Partnered with CUSA Wellness Centre)  – A workshop designed to help students adjust to life in Canada, covering wellness strategies and cultural adaptation.

These events have been an amazing way for ISSO volunteers to engage with the community, develop leadership skills, and create lasting memories.

How to Apply

Deadline: Friday, April 11th, 2025, at 11:59 PM EDT
The selection committee will contact applicants by Tuesday, April 15 2025

Important Details

Training: Mandatory online training + in-person sessions as needed
Eligibility: Must be in good academic standing
Police Record Check: A clean Vulnerable Sector Check is required (approx. $20) Click the link to submit your PRC form.
All Carleton University students are encouraged to apply!

Got questions? Email isso@carleton.ca

Join us and make a lasting impact! ✨

ISSO Volunteer Application Form 2025-2026

  • This is collected if you have a name you would prefer the ISSO to use when contacting you. It is not a required field.
  • This is collected to ensure we understand your gender identity. Examples include: she/her, he/him and they/them.
  • Volunteers will only be contacted using their Carleton email address.
  • Please share if available.
  • Examples include: Aerospace Engineering, Psychology, Information Technology
  • This is collected to schedule volunteer trainings. Examples include: Ottawa, Canada; Beijing, China; Lilongwe, Malawi
  • This is collected in case we are looking for volunteers with specific language skills. It is not a required field.
  • This is collected in case we are looking for volunteers from a specific country. It is not a required field.
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    Personal information collected through this form will be used and disclosed by Carleton University under the authority of the Carleton University Act, 1957, and in accordance with sections 39, 41 and 42 of Ontario’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The purpose of this processing is to manage registration for volunteer opportunities with the International Student Services Office (ISSO). We may use the contact information provided to inform you about other ISSO-related activities and events. If you have any questions about the processing of personal information by Carleton University, please contact the Manager, Privacy & Access to Information, by phone at 613-520-2600 ext. 2047 or by e-mail via University_Privacy_Office@carleton.ca

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