Student Placements

Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC) strives for healthy, inclusive, vibrant and resilient communities in Western Ottawa. WOCRC believes that the addition and support from students from various educational streams enhances our mission and vision.

We thank you for your interest in completing a practicum placement with the WOCRC. In order to best match your skills, interests and program goals with the placement opportunities available at the WOCRC, you will be asked to

• Complete the student application form online at the following link (http://bttr.im/ddrjw) – this link will take you to the MyImpact Page of the volunteer and student software.
• Create a username and password to complete the application
• Keep this username and password to access your student file after you are placed to track hours and complete specific training opportunities.
• Attend an interview with the selected team.
• Provide a current police records check, before starting placement.
• Complete all WOCRC required training.
• Participate in training and orientation specific to your placement position.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applicants, only selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Placement opportunities are available in the programs listed here.

The WOCRC complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 (AODA) and the Accessibility Standards for Customer Service, Ontario Regulation 429/07. As mandated by legislation, all staff and volunteers are required to complete training on accessible customer services.

For additional information, please contact the Volunteer & Student Services Coordinator at 613-591-3686 ext. 280.