Application Guide

How to Apply for Queen's University Engineering Sustainable Solutions and Technologies (QUESST) Competition Executive Team

at EngSoc

🏢 About EngSoc

EngSoc is the engineering society at Queen's University, uniquely positioned as a top 10 global leader advancing UN Sustainable Development Goals through student-led research and innovation. Working here means contributing to meaningful sustainability initiatives while gaining hands-on experience in a prestigious academic environment that bridges engineering education with real-world impact.

About This Role

This role involves planning and overseeing the QUESST competition while filling specific director positions like Sponsorship, Logistics, or Marketing. You'll work directly with the 2026/2027 Co-Chairs to coordinate funding, speakers, delegate selection, and outreach partnerships, making a tangible impact on sustainability education and innovation at Queen's University.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve virtual meetings with your director sub-team to plan sponsorship outreach or logistics, coordinating with Co-Chairs via messaging platforms, researching potential partners aligned with sustainability goals, and updating competition timelines or budgets. You'll balance these tasks with your academic schedule while collaborating remotely with team members across different time zones.

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🎯 Who EngSoc Is Looking For

  • Has demonstrable experience in one of the specific director areas: sponsorship/fundraising, event logistics, digital marketing, financial management, or outreach partnership development
  • Can provide concrete examples of managing multiple tasks in fast-paced environments, ideally from student club leadership or project coordination roles
  • Shows genuine passion for sustainability and the UN Sustainable Development Goals through previous involvement or projects
  • Possesses strong relationship-building skills with evidence of successful collaboration in team settings, particularly in remote or hybrid environments

📝 Tips for Applying to EngSoc

1

Explicitly state which director role(s) you're applying for in your application and tailor your experience to that specific function

2

Include concrete examples of how you've contributed to sustainability initiatives or UN SDG-related projects, even if small-scale

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Demonstrate your understanding of EngSoc's structure by mentioning specific past QUESST competitions or EngSoc events you're familiar with

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Highlight any remote collaboration experience since this is a remote position, showing you can work effectively without in-person supervision

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Quantify your achievements in previous roles (e.g., 'secured $X in sponsorships,' 'managed logistics for X attendees,' 'increased social media engagement by X%')

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific qualifications for one or more of the director roles (Sponsorship, Speakers, Logistics, Marketing, Treasurer, Delegates, or Operations & Outreach)', "How your previous experience aligns with QUESST's focus on sustainable solutions and technologies", 'Examples of successfully working in fast-paced environments while managing multiple competing priorities', 'Your motivation for contributing to EngSoc specifically, not just any student organization']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Previous QUESST competitions: themes, winners, sponsors, and scale
  • → EngSoc's current sustainability initiatives and how QUESST fits into their broader mission
  • → The UN Sustainable Development Goals and how engineering solutions can address them
  • → Past QUESST executive team members and their backgrounds (often available on LinkedIn or EngSoc websites)

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your experience with sponsorship/fundraising or event logistics and how you would apply it to QUESST
2 How would you approach building partnerships with organizations aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals?
3 Tell us about a time you managed multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced team environment
4 What specific ideas do you have for improving QUESST's outreach or marketing based on previous competitions?
5 How would you handle coordinating with the 2026/2027 Co-Chairs and other team members in a remote setting?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying without specifying which director role(s) you're interested in or qualified for
  • Generic statements about sustainability without showing specific knowledge of QUESST or UN SDGs
  • Failing to demonstrate how you can work effectively in a remote, part-time student team environment

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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