Volunteer with the HSS
What roles are available?
The HSS offers a variety of roles, both elected and hired, for students to get involved with the council. Hiring occurs at various timepoints throughout the year, and opportunities are available for students of all years!
In addition to roles on the HSS council, we also offer a variety of roles as part of one of our committees.
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Elected roles include executives (President, VPUA, VPOPs) and year representatives. Positions are decided based on who acquires the most votes after the election.
Elections for executives and year representatives typically occur in January. First Year representative elections usually occur in late October/early November.
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The HSS offers a variety of non-elected roles including council commissioners and deputies, as well as first year interns. These roles are decided on based on evaluation of written applications and interviews.
Hiring for these positions typically occurs in early March. First Year intern hiring is usually in October.
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HSS Committees offer a variety of unique roles and leadership opportunities. Co-chair hiring typically occurs with the rest of the non-elected positions, whereas member hiring is typically between September - November.
For more information, check out our Committees page.
Ongoing Recruiting
Unfortunately, recruitment is not open currently. Stay tuned for updates!
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Elected Positions
Elected executives and representatives are voting members of the HSS, representing their cohort at Council and Assembly meetings. Students interested in running for an elected position are invited to attend the HSS elections information session in January or November for First Year Representatives, and request an election nomination package by emailing internalaffairs@hss.queensu.ca.
Eligibility:
All HSS election candidates must be students enrolled in the BHSc program and HSS members in good standing.
Year/Online student representatives must be a member of the student cohort they intend to represent.
Students may not run for multiple HSS-elected positions concurrently.
Eligibility details are defined by the HSS Constitution.
Winter Elections will be held for the following positions:
Executive Positions:
President
Vice-President University Affairs
Vice-President Operations
Representative Positions:
Fourth Year Representative
Third Year Representative (2 Positions Open)
Second Year Representative (2 Positions Open)
Online Students Representative
Fall Elections will be held for the following positions:
Representative Positions:
First Year Representative (2 Positions Open)
Election timeline:
Stay tuned for 2026/2027 details!
Non-Elected Positions
Commissioner and Deputy Recruitment
Volunteers play an integral role in HSS operations, enabling the society to support and enrich the experiences of BHSc students. The HSS is committed to opening positions for all BHSc students, including online and first-year students. From organizing events, tutoring peers, participating in I-EDIAA focused initiatives, creating opportunities for professional development, and more, volunteering for the HSS represents an opportunity to become involved in the student community while developing unique skills and capabilities. Applications typically open in March.
Eligibility:
Applicants must be BHSc students and HSS members who have paid the HSS fee.
Applicants must be in good academic standing as defined by their program.
Club and Committee Co-Chairs are ineligible to apply for the same position or a position of ‘lower’ status.
Some HSS-hired positions have position-specific eligibility requirements listed on the application website.
Available Positions
I-EDIAA Commission Positions: Commissioner, Internal Deputy, External Deputy
Internal Affairs Commission Positions: Commissioner, Deputy, Speaker of the House
Marketing Commission Positions: Commissioner, Deputy
Community Commission Positions: Commissioner, Sustainability Deputy, Formal Deputy
Academic Affairs Commission Positions: Commissioner
Finance Commission Positions: Commissioner
Clubs Commission Positions: Commissioner, Deputy
First-Year Intern Recruitment
The Intern Council is a group of six first-year students who will be able to gain valuable experience and insights into the functioning of various commissions within the society. Specifically, each intern has the unique opportunity to shadow different commissioners and the President. Each intern will also complete a First-Year Intern Project, giving them the chance to design or contribute to a meaningful initiative of their own. This council offers hands-on experience, allowing interns to contribute to the society's initiatives and develop essential skills in their chosen areas. Interviews will be held for this position. Volunteers will be expected to dedicate ~2-4 hours a week. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to fulfilling tasks delegated by the corresponding commissioner.
Applications are typically open in early October.
Peer Tutoring Recruitment
Peer Tutors provide one-on-one assistance for students having difficulty with specific courses. One-to-one tutors will have pre-booked appointments with student learners and help student learners to practice, review and master previously taught course content. Tutors also provide helpful study tips to student learners to aid in their ongoing learning. You will work closely with the HSS Peer Tutor Chair.
The ideal candidates will have:
An excellent understanding of their academic program
Good study habits, positive attitude towards learning
Good interpersonal skills and be able to explain course material clearly
Excellent level of organization, responsibility, reliability and punctuality; ability to work independently
Motivation to be a helper
Flexibility and professionalism are required
Applications are typically open in early October. Interviews will be conducted for this position.
Equity Statement and Accommodation Requests
The Health Sciences Society (HSS) is committed to creating an environment that fosters Indigenization -- Equity, Diversity, Inclusivity, Anti-Racism, and Accessibility (I-EDIAA). We encourage applications from women and gender minorities, persons with disabilities, BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+ folk and other equity-deserving groups. No prior experience is required for any HSS positions. Information regarding HSS hiring policies can be found in the HSS Constitution, Section 3 Part 2.