• Secure exclusive access to full-time employment opportunities right after graduation
• Apply to multiple job opportunities simultaneously
• Receive training and support from Career Services to participate in a competitive recruitment process
• Receive support and coaching throughout the year through mentorship
• Build your professional network and cultivate professional relationships
• Enhance your knowledge, skills and dispositions and create a plan for professional growth
• Learn more about your likes and dislikes and discover your personal strengths
• Participants are paired with two mentors, one in their workplace and another external to their workplace, for the duration of their work placement

• Undergraduate students graduating from the Faculty of Arts in the 2022-2023 academic year and ready to enter the workforce May 1, 2023.
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident 
• Must have applied to graduate during the academic year of application. Must be willing to sign a  12 continuous month contract to live and work in Winnipeg full -time beginning no later than June 1, 2023.
• In good academic and financial standing, with all amounts owing to the University cleared prior to an application being submitted.
  • Willing to attend job search sessions and access coaching to ensure a quality application process. 

1. Complete the program application form (no fee) and questionnaire 
2. Attend an Orientation and Resume/Cover Letter Session.
3. Attend an  Interview Session. 

If you have a question about the program or want to learn more, please attend an information session (links above).

Deadline for student/graduate applications to participate in UM ACAP- November 4, 2022

Make a great first impression! Access free supports to create a tailored job application, write a great cover letter and have a successful interview. You can also attend our workshops, use our online booklets for hands-on help or call to make an appointment.

Recommended workshops:

• Job search
• Resumé and cover letter
• Job interview
• LinkedIn

Appointments:

Career Services is providing distance delivery services.

Student support will be provided through telephone and video conferencing. If you require assistance, please contact our office at 204-474-9456 or cs.receptionist@umanitoba.ca to make an appointment.

• The program is open to any business located within the city of Winnipeg, with a minimum 7+ employees, smaller staffing numbers will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• The employer can offer employment opportunities available for graduating Arts students with start dates between May 1 and June 1, 2023.
• The employer provides meaningful employment and career development opportunities for the apprentice.
• The employer provides a minimum of 12 months, paid, full-time, professional experience with the potential for full-time permanent employment.
• Job opportunities must meet a minimum salary.
• Public sector organizations are eligible to participate and receive the grant if the roles being filled are for permanent positions.
• The employer should be in business for a minimum of 2 years.
• Employers will provide the employee with a point of contact within the business or organization that can provide career guidance, mentoring and access to networking opportunities.

• Employers will be reimbursed $2,500 per month for up to four months of gross salary, to a maximum of $10,000 a year.
• Grant reimburses employers for the first, fourth, eighth and the twelfth month of the apprenticeship. 
• Submit multiple job postings to increase your student acceptance success.
• Access a competitive pool of extraordinary new talent that will bring energy, creativity and critical thinking to your business operation.
• Receive support through the application, hiring and interview process
• Hired employees will also receive mentorship and support outside of the employer environment for the duration of the placement.
• The opportunity to contribute back to your community by hiring locally.

• Undergraduate students graduating from the Faculty of Arts in the 2022-2023 academic year and ready to enter the workforce between May 1 and June 1, 2023.
• All candidates must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident to be eligible for the program and to commit to 12 continuous months of full-time employment beginning no later than June 1, 2023.