Position description:
Our hackathons are events where one or more businesses bring real challenges to a room of students. Challenges cover the spectrum of business problems. You will work in a team to understand the problem, come up with ideas fast, and pitch your solution to the business, all within a maximum of 16 hours spread across one week.

What you'll do:
• Hear the challenge directly from the business partner
• Work in a mixed-discipline team to brainstorm and test ideas
• Build a practical solution and a short pitch
• Present to the business and get feedback on the spot

Who should apply:
Anyone who likes solving problems with other people. You do not need to have a team; we form teams from students across programs.

Eligibility:
• Registered as an undergraduate student at a Canadian PostSecondary Education (PSE) institution;
• A Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or is a person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act; and
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
• Has not participated in an Experience Ventures placement with Saint Mary’s University after May 2026

Number of openings: 20 per hackathon