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North America Student Symposium is a multi-day event that provides professional development opportunities for SPE student members in North America through technical and soft skills presentations, field trips and networking events. When possible, a recruiting fair will also be included.
North America Student Symposium is planned for students by students with support from SPE membership staff. The commitment is for 6 months with all participants expected to attend the Symposium, which will be held in Denver, Colorado at Ovintiv.
We are currently seeking members to join specific committees who will be responsible for the planning and execution of specific aspects of the North American Student Symposium. These committees will focus on; the program & logistics, sponsorship & exhibition, and marketing & communications.
Qualifications:
- Self-Starter who is proactive
- Positive can-do attitude
- Ability to work with a diverse group of persons
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to plan, control, and take responsibility for one's work
- Team player with strong organization, analytical, and time management skills
Key Requirements:
- SPE Member in good standing
- In good standing with University
- Must graduate after April 2022
- Currently enrolled in a University program maintaining a minimum of 30% course load
- Be attending a University within Canada, the United States, or Mexico
Committee Positions
Program & Logistics
Responsible for the development of the technical and non-technical programs for the symposium. Reporting to the Co-Chair in charge of Program & Logistics.
- Develops content ideas relevant to the audience
- Solicits speakers
- Solicits Keynotes, panels etc.
- Communicates with speakers
- Attend all NASS meetings
- Work with local companies to obtain field trips
- Work with Co-Chair for logistical planning
Sponsorship & Exhibition
Will develop a fundraising plan and approaches organizations to seek out sponsorship opportunities. Reporting to the Co-Chair responsible for Sponsorship & Exhibition. The fundraising committee must be able to secure a minimum of USD 20,000.
- Works with SPE staff and Co-Chair to develop a sponsorship package
- Present sponsorship opportunities throughout the community and approach companies for sponsorship
- Communicates frequently with SPE staff and Co-Chair on the sponsorship status
- Facilitate contact and follow up with past and potential new sponsors
- Attend all required NASS meetings
- Work with SPE Staff to select and order recognition items for sponsors
- Recognize and thank sponsors
- Network with sponsors onsite to garner relationships
- Work with companies who wish to exhibit
- Coordinate on-site setup and check with vendors to make sure they have everything they need
- Solicit corporate recruiters to participate (if possible)
Marketing & Communication
- Works with SPE staff and Co-Chair to develop a marketing plan
- Handles all social media posts
- Communicates with other Student Chapters to get the word out
- Attend all required NASS meetings
Selection Process
The North American-based Regional Activities Managers will work with the established NASS Executive Committee to select candidates that best fit the committees in which you have expressed interest.
All those selected will be contacted on 7 November 2022.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us via jthomas@spe.org or zradaideh@spe.org.