Join SUS through applying in our Fall 2025/2026 application cycle! We are now recruiting in all portfolios, available to all UBC Science students. This is your chance to get involved in an exciting team where you can positively impact our community!
*First Week and Tutoring Working Groups allow a candidate to hold 2 positions concurrently. For available positions and application links: Check back on September 4th!
Join the Society
Fall Hiring
General committee positions are hired in early September! To apply, follow our Instagram and check our linktree for hiring info closer to the dates. A cover letter and resume will be required. No prior experience is needed!
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Join the Student Council
The election process is relatively simple: get signatures and become nominated, campaign for votes, and then… get voted in!
If you are interested in representing your major, check out the SUS elections Instagram to learn more!
Join One-time-experience Positions
- First week Event Volunteer (Late August - Early September)
- RXN Leader or Event Volunteer (Early September - Late September)
- Sciweek Event Volunteer (November - January)
- Scigrad Event Volunteer (February - March)
Presidential Portfolio
The Presidential Portfolio is an executive team that includes the SUS Executive Committee and Projects Commission, the EDI and HR Working Groups. They have the opportunity to represent science students at several Faculty of Science meetings.
Administration Portfolio
The Administration Portfolio directly communicates with and supports Science Clubs, promotes sustainability, oversees building management for the Abdul Ladha Science Student Centre, organizes SUS documents and meeting minutes, and maintains the SUS code and policy.
Academic Portfolio
The Academic Portfolio enhances student academic experiences, offering mentorship opportunities, promoting wellness, supporting accessibility and inclusion, and contributing to various committees like Skylight Development Grants, TLEF, Science Curriculum, and Killam Teaching Awards.
Communications Portfolio
The Communications portfolio includes marketing, productions, sales, graphic design, visual media, and webmasters.
External Portfolio
The External portfolio oversees Community Engagement, Careers and Professional Development, Corporate Relations, and Student Benefits. The team collaborates with external organizations, provides networking and volunteering opportunities, advocates for humanitarian causes, and represents the diversity of our student groups.
Finance Portfolio
The Finance portfolio provides financial support to students and clubs, aiming to increase grant visibility and budget transparency.
Internal Portfolio
The Internal Portfolio handles the inner workings of SUS, including the Internal Committee, Elections, First Year Committee, and Science Student Recognition Awards.
Student Life Portfolio
The Student Life Portfolio organizes flagship events such as Science RXN, Science Week, and Science Graduation, as well as social and sports events, aiming for inclusive participation and student engagement.