FOR PROFESSIONALS

Volunteer Positions

With the Association

By-law Review Committee The By-law Committee develops and maintains the by-laws of the Association in accordance with By-law Part XVI, which includes engaging with stakeholders during the development process. This committee is looking for a professional member (P.Eng. or P.Geo.) to join the committee for a three-year term, with preference given to members with demonstrated governance experience. [more]

Finance Committee The Finance Committee provides financial oversight for the Association on budgeting, financial planning, financial reporting, and the creation and monitoring of internal controls and financial policies. This committee is looking for a professional member (P.Eng. or P.Geo.) to join the committee for a two-year term who has demonstrated experience with fiscal policies and accounting systems, preference will be given to members with an accounting designation. [more]

Governance Committee The Governance Committee develops and maintains Council policies including committee terms of reference and provides recommendations on Council size and competencies/capabilities needed (elected and appointed Councillors), including diversity; prescreening of candidates; pre-election orientation. This committee is looking for a professional member (P.Eng. or P.Geo.) to join the committee for a three-year term, with preference given to members with demonstrated governance experience. [more]

Human Resources Committee The Human Resources Committee receives, and reviews reports from the CEO regarding the selection, performance management, and succession planning of senior executives, and assesses human resources related risks and provides recommendations to Council. This committee is looking for a professional member (P.Eng. or P.Geo.) to join the committee for a three-year term, with preference given to members with demonstrated Human Resources experience. [more]

Nominating Committee - Multiple Positions The Nominating Committee is a committee of Council, which assists in identifying election candidates who meet the criteria for new councillors as described in the Governance Policy for Councillor Roles and Job Description. This committee is looking for three professional members, of which one needs to be a professional geoscientist, and then additionally the committee is looking for one Intern (engineering or geoscience), to join the committee for a one-year term. [more]

Association Committees Committees cover a wide variety of Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba functions. If a committee is looking to fill a specific vacancy they will post an item on this page.

Association Chapters Chapters are active and diverse, with many opportunities to lend a hand. Contact each chapter for details.

Regardless of the current calls for volunteers, you can submit the volunteer application form to register your interests, which we can review when a specific need arises.

Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba Volunteer Application Form (PDF)

Other Volunteering Opportunities

Refer to each organization's website for the most current information:

Canadian Executive Services Organization (CESO) Seeking professional Engineers with an ISO / Quality Management & Manufacturing background to provide consulting experience to client businesses and organizations in developing nations, new free markets, and Canadian Aboriginal communities.
Commitment: Approx. 1-3 weeks per assignment.
Compensation: We pay all assignment related expenses and insurance.

Engineers Without Borders Help developing communities help themselves, such as provide them with cleaner water and access to useful technology.

The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Winnipeg Section Network with peers and learn new technical skills by joining the world's leading professional association for technological advancement. The Winnipeg section includes Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario.

International HOPE Canada Inc. All are welcome to refurbish medical equipment on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. This equipment will be shipped internationally, wherever it's needed.

Junior Achievement of Manitoba Seeking professionals to help high school students undertake entrepreneurial projects. Consider volunteering for a specific Junior Achievement program, such as the Company Program.

Manitoba Schools' Science Symposium To keep this familiar and fun educational event running, join the Symposium's Board of Directors or planning committee.

Public Policy Forum (PPF) Improve the Canadian government by improving communication between public, private, and voluntary sectors. The PPF is independent and not-for-profit.

Tetra Society of North America Tetra is a non-profit organization that assists individuals with disabilities to help them gain greater independence, quality of life and inclusion, by matching up volunteers and clients to design and build customized assistive devices. Tetra is always looking for volunteers who are interested in working with the clients to help them overcome a particular mobility related obstacle. All the projects created volunteers are covered by insurance.

International Centre for Technical & Vocational Education & Training (UNEVOC) Help Member States of the United Nations develop practices and policies to make sure their education systems match the needs of the working world.

Volunteer Canada Increase volunteerism and civic participation by contributing to ongoing programs, special projects, and national initiatives.

Volunteer Manitoba Strengthen communities by working with all kinds of partners, including government, researchers, and businesses, to name a few.

Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce By increasing the Chamber's membership and by sharing any ideas and expertise you have, you will improve the prospect for local businesses to network and to earn more customers.