Please see the available student jobs within Recreation and Varsity Athletics below. The hiring period is between July 1 and August 15.
To apply for any position on this page, interested candidates must email a cover letter, a resume, and a portfolio (if applicable) to ggevents@uottawa.ca. Please note your full name and the position title in the subject line of your email.
Broadcaster – Play-by-Play & Color Commentary
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports
Duration: Aug. 25, 2026 to Mar. 31, 2027
Hourly Rate: Honorarium
Job Description:
The University of Ottawa Recreation and Varsity Sports is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals to be the voice of the Gee-Gees teams on select broadcasts for home Football, Soccer, Rugby, Hockey, Volleyball and/or Basketball games.
As a member of the Gee-Gees Varsity Broadcast Team, you will be responsible for play-by-play or color commentary on your selected sports. Working with camera operators and a webcast director, the on-air talent will produce a professional, engaging broadcast for U SPORTS fans around the world. Please note that most events take place on the weekends. The successful candidates will be required to commit to 2-5 hours per event, arriving a minimum of 30 minutes prior to game.
Responsibilities:
- Effectively communicate with the audience at home what his happening on the field of play and/or contribute pertinent information on the league, team or sports
- Follow the pronunciation guide for names of players and coaches.
- Understand the rules and language of the sport.
Qualifications:
- Ongoing awareness and responsiveness
- Outgoing and positive personality and team spirit
- Excellent knowledge of the chosen sport(s)
- Speech Clarity in English
- Experience as on-air talent an asset
- Ability to exercise initiative, and good judgment
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people
- Knowledge of OUA and RSEQ athletics, specifically Gee Gees varsity sports, considered an asset.
Game Day Student DJ
Number of Positions: 2
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports
Duration: Aug. 30, 2026 to Mar. 31, 2027
Hourly Rate: $17.95
Job Description:
The University of Ottawa Recreation and Varsity Sports is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals who will be responsible for the in-game music for select Gee-Gees home Football, Soccer, Rugby, Hockey, Volleyball and/or Basketball games.
As part of the Varsity Events Team, the DJ is a key member of the fan experience during our home games. This role will control all music played during the events and adapt the content to the different groups present. This is an exciting opportunity for students to work in an energetic, team-based sport environment. Please note that most events take place on the weekends, and as such applicants must be available to work most weekends.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Music for the duration of the event (In-game, warm-up, stoppages)
- Create a variety of playlists ahead of events
- Support the delivery of service to the different groups (Alumni, students, community)
- Execute music requirement for protocols
- Work closely with the announcer for timing
Qualifications:
- Ability to exercise initiative, and good judgment
- Experience as a DJ an asset
- Knowledge of sport-specific protocol
- Passion for music and entertainment
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people
- Strong interpersonal, leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Webcast Director
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports
Duration: Aug. 25, 2026 to Mar. 31, 2027
Hourly Rate: $21.00
Job Description:
The University of Ottawa Varsity Athletics is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals who will be responsible for producing the webcasts of select Gee-Gees home games such as Football, Soccer, Rugby, Hockey, Volleyball and/or Basketball.
The Webcast Director is responsible for producing a quality webcast with instant replays, multiple cameras, graphics, and in-game segments. This role will harmonize these elements into a smooth broadcast by being proficient with our webcasting equipment and operating it live during games. Please note that most events take place on the weekends, and as such applicants must be available to work most weekends.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Produce a professional webcast for U SPORTS fans around the world
- Coordinate with the on-air talent and video staff
- Update graphic packages with Titler Captivate Pro
- Collaborate with the Events Team
Qualifications:
- Experience with Wirecast, Titler and other broadcast systems is a key asset
- Comfortable with computer programs (MAC)
- Knowledge of sports
- Willingness to learn
- Ability to exercise initiative, and good judgment
- Ability to collaborate with other members of a team
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people
- Strong interpersonal, leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Knowledge of OUA and RSEQ athletics, specifically Gee Gees varsity sports, considered an asset
- Bilingualism is an asset
Game Day Statistician
Number of Positions: 4
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports
Duration: Aug. 30, 2026 to Mar. 31, 2027
Hourly Rate: $17.95
Job Description:
The University of Ottawa Recreation and Varsity Sports is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals who will be responsible for the game day statistics of select Gee-Gees home Football, Soccer, Rugby, Hockey, Volleyball and/or Basketball games. Please specify in your application which sports you have previous statistics experience in.
In this role, the game day statistician will be responsible for the recording and reporting of game stats and/or game clock at the scorer’s table. This position works as a team with other statisticians and the game day staff. Please note that most events take place on the weekends, and as such applicants must be available to work most weekends.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Ensuring that game sheets are correctly filled out and signed by coaches and officials before and after the game
- Filling out game sheets during the game
- Updating both online and table stats reporting
- Operation of clock and score board
- Liaise with sport officials
Qualifications:
- Ability to work independently within a team environment
- Successful at delivering under time sensitive deadlines, time management and organizational skills
- Prior knowledge of hockey, volleyball, football, soccer and/or basketball
- Prior knowledge and/or experience in scorekeeping and/or sports stats is an asset (i.e. stats programs, live game stats, score clock operation)
Game Day Announcer
Number of Positions: 2
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports
Duration: Aug. 30, 2026 to Mar. 31, 2027
Hourly Rate: Honorarium
Job Description:
The University of Ottawa Recreation and Varsity Sports is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals who will be responsible for the announcing of select Gee-Gees home Football, Soccer, Rugby, Hockey, Volleyball and/or Basketball games in addition to some special Recreation and Varsity Sports events.
As a member of the Gee-Gees Varsity Events Staff, you will be responsible for the announcement of information over the in-house PA systems at the scorer’s table: introduction of players, coaches, and officials names; game-related announcements; and sponsorship promotion announcement. Please note that most events take place on the weekends. The successful candidates will be required to commit to 2-5 hours per event, arriving a minimum of 30 minutes prior to game.
Responsibilities:
- Announce programs, players’ names, and player substitutions, as well as game-related announcements (such as fouls, goals, penalties, touchdowns, etc.).
- Learn to pronounce the names of players, coaches, and officials.
- Understand the rules and language of the sport.
- Understand emergency protocol to instruct and calm crowds in event of an emergency
- Review script and communicate announcements at requested times
- Work with the game day minor officials and statisticians, and the DJ to enhance the game day experience of the fans.
Qualifications:
- Ongoing awareness and responsiveness
- Outgoing and positive personality and team spirit
- Prior knowledge of football, hockey, volleyball, rugby, soccer and/or basketball
- Speech clarity in both French and English
- Bilingualism is required (French and English)
- Ability to exercise initiative, and good judgment
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people
- Knowledge of OUA and RSEQ athletics, specifically Gee-Gees varsity sports, considered an asset
Varsity Event Staff
Number of Positions: 10
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports
Duration: Aug. 30, 2026 to Mar. 31, 2027
Hourly Rate: $17.95
Job Description:
The University of Ottawa Recreation and Varsity Sports is seeking high-energy, organized individuals who will be responsible for the operations of select Gee-Gees home Football, Soccer, Rugby, Hockey, Volleyball and Basketball varsity events in addition to special events.
The Event Staff team coordinates logistical support for teams and fans whilst providing a safe, enjoyable, and efficiently operated venue for all Gee-Gees varsity home events. In addition, event staff execute multiple facets of the fan experience plan for the different fan groups. This is an exciting opportunity for students to work in an energetic, team-based sport environment at the University of Ottawa. Please note that most events take place on the weekends, and as such applicants must be available to work most weekends.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Game day operations
- Facility and event set-up/tear-down
- Event access control
- Support the delivery of service to the different groups (alumni, students, community)
- Execute Fan Experience plans and game day protocol
- Operate game day concession
Qualifications:
- Must be a registered University of Ottawa student
- Ability to work 10 hours per week, predominantly evenings and weekends
- Ability to exercise initiative, and good judgment
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people
- Able to stand for long periods of time and lift over 20 pounds
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Strong interpersonal, leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Knowledge of OUA and RSEQ athletics, specifically Gee-Gees varsity sports considered an asset
- Bilingualism is an asset
Social Media Creator
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports
Duration: Aug. 30, 2026 to Mar. 31, 2027
Hourly Rate: $17.95
Job Description:
The University of Ottawa Recreation and Varsity Sports is seeking highly motivated who will be responsible for content creation for the different social media accounts and platforms under the Gee-Gees umbrella.
As a member of the Sports Information team, the incumbent will be responsible for weekly creative content creation that will help create continuous interaction with our followers. This position will assist with the execution of social media content calendars and showcase Gee-Gees success to our followers.
Responsibilities:
- Research and execute social media trends
- Work with Gee-Gees teams and athletes to create timely and appropriate content
- Capture phone content at practices, games, and other events
Qualifications:
- Must be a registered University of Ottawa student
- Must be eligible for the work-study program
- Experience with social media platforms
- Ability to work autonomously as well as on a team
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people
- Strong interpersonal, leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Knowledge of OUA and RSEQ athletics, specifically Gee- Gees varsity sports, considered an asset
- Bilingualism is an asset
Mascot
Number of Positions: 2
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports
Duration: Aug. 30, 2026 to Mar. 31, 2027
Hourly Rate: $20.00
Job Description:
The University of Ottawa Recreation and Varsity Sports is seeking highly motivated individuals to act as the mascot at Gee-Gees home Football, Soccer, Rugby, Hockey, Volleyball and Basketball games in addition to special Varsity Athletics events.
The Mascot will be responsible for entertaining the crowd at the events, while working hand-in-hand with the game day team. The Gee-Gees Mascot engages with the spectators at varsity events and creates an exciting fan experience. This is an amazing opportunity for students to work in an energetic, team-based sport environment at the University of Ottawa. Please note that the Gee-Gees Mascot will mostly be working weekends and evenings at varsity games.
Responsibilities include:
- Provide entertainment and interact with fans
- Distribute promotional items designed to increase school spirit and attendance at games and events
- Create a feeling of school spirit within the community
- Represent the University of Ottawa in a positive way
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated independence, strong interpersonal skills and teamwork
- Outgoing and positive personality and team spirit
- Experience in dance, theatre or tumbling is an asset
- Comfortable with bringing a character to life and making larger than life movements
- Ability to communicate non-verbally and create spontaneous crowd interaction
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people
- Athletic and physically fit, able to stand for long periods of time
- Must stand 5’10” or taller
Videographer
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports
Duration: Aug. 30, 2026 to Mar. 31, 2027
Hourly Rate: $17.95
Job Description:
The University of Ottawa Recreation and Varsity Sports is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to support the Gee-Gees official videographers with content creation for the Gee-Gees teams.
The Gee-Gees videographer will collaborate with the Sports Information team to produce required content for the social media calendar. This position will have creative input on video content. This is an exciting opportunity for students to work in an energetic, team-based sport environment at the University of Ottawa.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Capture and create content for social media calendar
- Create videos to promote the Gee-Gees teams
- Collaborate with the Sports Information team
- Use shot lists and fulfil client needs
- Attend and capture content at practice, games, and other events
Qualifications:
- Must be a registered University of Ottawa student
- Must be eligible for the work-study program
- Prior videography experience is required
- Sports videography experience an asset
- Must own your own camera and editing software
- Social media experience an asset
- Ability to follow strict deadlines
- Ability to work autonomously and on a team
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people
- Knowledge of OUA and RSEQ athletics, specifically Gee-Gees varsity sports, considered an asset
- Bilingualism is an asset
Photographer
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports
Duration: Aug. 30, 2026 to Mar. 31, 2027
Hourly Rate: $17.95
Job Description:
The University of Ottawa Recreation and Varsity Sports is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to support the Gee-Gees official photographers with content creation for the Gee-Gees teams.
The Gee-Gees videographer will collaborate with the Sports Information team to produce required content for the social media calendar. This position will have creative input on video content. This is an exciting opportunity for students to work in an energetic, team-based sport environment at the University of Ottawa.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Capture and create content for social media calendar
- Take photos to promote the Gee-Gees teams
- Collaborate with the Sports Information team
- Use shot lists and fulfil client needs
- Attend and capture content at practice, games, and other events
Qualifications:
- Must be a registered University of Ottawa student
- Must be eligible for the work-study program
- Prior photography experience are required
- Sports photography experience an asset
- Must own your own camera and editing software
- Social media experience an asset
- Ability to follow strict deadlines
- Ability to work autonomously and on a team
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people
- Knowledge of OUA and RSEQ athletics, specifically Gee-Gees varsity sports, considered an asset
- Bilingualism is an asset
Sports Information Staff
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports
Duration: Aug. 30, 2026 to Mar. 31, 2027
Hourly Rate: $17.95
Job Description:
The University of Ottawa Gee-Gees are looking for a passionate, organized, and detail-oriented individual to fill the role of Sports Information Staff. This role plays a key part in telling the stories of our teams, student-athletes, and coaches through dynamic written content and efficient game day operations.
The Sports Information Staff will work with the Sports Information department. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love sports, and have a knack for clear communication, this position is for you.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Write and distribute gamepreviews, recaps, and athlete/personel features
- Create game day programs (rosters, captions)
- Prepare press box and media areas
- Coordinate media inquires, credentials, and interviews
- Assist with game day operations (troubleshooting)
- Organize game sheets, records, footage, and photos following games
Qualifications:
- Must be a registered University of Ottawa student
- Ability to work 10 hours per week, predominantly evenings and weekends
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills
- Ability to follow strict deadlines
- Ability to work autonomously and on a team
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people
- Knowledge of OUA and RSEQ athletics, specifically Gee-Gees varsity sports, considered an asset
- Bilingualism is an asset
Fan Experience Staff
Number of Positions: 4
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports
Duration: Aug. 30, 2026 to Mar. 31, 2027
Hourly Rate: $17.95
Job Description:
Are you passionate about school spirit, live events, and creating unforgettable memories? The University of Ottawa Gee-Gees are looking for enthusiastic, outgoing, and energetic individuals to join our Fan Experience Team!
This team plays a vital role in bringing the Gee-Gees Game Day to life by engaging directly with fans, pumping up the crowd, leading activations, and delivering top-tier entertainment across Football, Soccer, Rugby, Hockey, Volleyball, Basketball, and special varsity events.
If you love sports, music, hype moments, and high-fiving fans, this role is your backstage pass to the action.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Interact with fans throughout the venue, ensuring a welcoming, upbeat, and inclusive game day experience
- Lead and support in-game fan activations, contests, giveaways, and crowd engagement
- Support mascot appearances, cheer squad coordination, and half-time entertainment
- Assist with event setup and teardown of fan zones, signage, and activations
- Help execute the fan experience plan, including theme nights, student engagement, alumni moments, and more
- Maintain a vibrant presence in the crowd, concourse, and activation areas
- Provide clear information and support to fans, families, students, and VIP guests
- Work collaboratively with other event staff, game operations, and production crews
Qualifications:
- Must be a registered University of Ottawa student
- Ability to work 10 hours per week, predominantly evenings and weekends
- Comfortable engaging with fans of all ages and leading high-energy moments
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills
- Positive attitude, outgoing personality, and passion for creating memorable experiences
- Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 20 lbs
- Bilingualism and knowledge of Gee-Gees varsity sports is considered an asset