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University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, R3T 2N2
Employers are looking for candidates with more than just a university education. When you have relevant experience beyond your classroom learning, you demonstrate your ability to apply your knowledge and prove you have industry skills required to succeed in the workplace.
At Career Services, we can help you:
There are a number of ways for you to get valuable work experience, on and off campus.
Many students work on campus, and there are a variety of positions available – from research assistant work to food service and administrative roles.
The work-study program offers part-time, on-campus employment for students with financial need during the school year.
Co-ops combine practical paid work experiences with your classroom-based education to further enhance your skill sets and work experiences.
Discover international job and volunteer postings.
Volunteering is a great way to try out potential careers. Volunteer experience improves your marketability after graduation and is a great thing to include on your resumé. It shows your determination and community spirit, and provides you with a reference for other jobs.
When you volunteer:
When looking for a volunteer opportunity, it is important to choose a position that will allow you to gain relevant skills and experience. If you aren’t sure about what type of volunteer opportunity to pursue or how to find positions, talk to a career consultant.
Volunteer Manitoba has a free referral service where students receive help finding volunteer opportunities! Email info@volunteermanitoba.ca to access this service.
Here are websites that post volunteer opportunities.
While at university you should begin to master the skills needed to create a tailored job application, write a great cover letter and have a successful interview. We have workbooks with detailed instructions on how to create these important pieces. You can also attend our workshops for hands-on help or drop in to see us.
Complete an independent, self-paced course on UM Learn – Resume & Cover Letter | Interview Preparation. To access modules, go to the Self Registration hub on UMLearn and select "Career & Professional Development Program."
We offer workshops on these topics:
Sign up and register on UMConnect.
The Resumé Learning Centre educates students on resumé and cover letter development. Our goal is to support students in developing the skills, knowledge and confidence to create, enhance and tailor their documents.
Student support will be provided in-person, by e-mail or through video conferencing.
For assistance with your resumé and cover letter, please start by reviewing our resources. You can then visit us during in-person drop-in times (see below) or complete this Support Request Form to request feedback via e-mail or schedule a virtual or in-person appointment time during 8:30 to 4:30 Monday to Friday. Within this form you will be asked to provide copies of your documents and indicate your timeline and preferred mode for assistance.
Drop-in Hours for In-Person Resumé Consultation - Winter Term:
*Please bring a paper or digital copy of your documents, along with a copy of the job posting you are tailoring your documents to. NOTE: Drop-in hours are subject to change without notice. For a specific appointment date, please use the Support Request Form above.
When tailoring applications to specific job postings, it is important to highlight the skills, experiences, and competencies that prove you are capable of performing the tasks outlined in the posting. Use the following sample resumés to gain ideas and inspiration!
When you are looking for work, it's crucial that you are aware of employment scams and know the common signs. Learning how to recognize scams and fraudulent recruiting will help you protect your personal and financial information! Follow these tips and trust your instincts. If a job sounds too good to be true, it usually is!
Employment scams begin with experienced con artists posing as recruiters or employers who offer appealing employment opportunities. These scammers sometimes even pose as well-known companies as part of their attempt to trick individuals with fake job offers in order to gather personal and financial information. Throughout their process they often:
If you are unsure if your job offer or company of interest is legitimate, please contact Career Services to speak with a Career Consultant! The tips and resources below will also help you to recognize and avoid employment scams.
Tip: If someone claims to be hiring for a company, check the legitimate business? website to see what e-mail domain name is generally used for company or employee emails.
If you do not have an opportunity to meet with someone from the organization in-person before accepting the job, you are taking a huge risk.
Note: Companies should not ask for financial information over the internet or phone to process payroll. It is common practice to provide this information in-person and at the place of work ONLY after you have accepted a job offer. You should only complete federal forms authorized by the Governments of Canada (i.e. TD1 Personal Tax Credits Return).
Note: In many cases, a fraudulent employer will send you a fake cheque and then days later ask for some or all of the money back. Do not send any money back to the employer. You should also never spend money from a deposited cheque until it officially clears your bank account; it can take several weeks for a fake cheque to be discovered.
Note: that while it is normal for out-of-province companies to use phone interviews or Skype interviews, you should always verify the employer is legitimate before you accept the position. View the tips and resources listed in the section below.
Note: If the company phone number provided is a VoIP Service (Phone over Internet or Telephony), take the time to call the main company line (not the one provided in the posting) and verify that the company made the posting.
If yes, be cautious and be sure to investigate!
Your intuition or gut-reaction can be your first and last line of defense against employment scams. Talk with friends, family and a career consultant if you're skeptical of a posting or employer.
Report any suspicious or fraudulent postings or employers to the organization being impersonated and the job board host. When you report suspected fraud you protect yourself and others! The organizations listed in the section below can also provide support. The BBB and Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre provide notice of past and current employment scams.
Drop-in support will be available for students who have career planning, job search or interview preparation questions. Drop-in hours are Wed and Thursday afternoons (1:30 to 3:30pm). First-come, first-served. Students may be seen in-person or virtually. For virtual support, please phone same-day after 12:30pm to be added to the queue.
Please contact us to arrange an in-person or virtual meeting with a career consultant for a confidential discussion about your career strategy, CV, job search and interview preparation.
Career Services office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Email: cs.receptionist@umanitoba.ca
Phone: 204-474-9456
This guide from the Manitoba government suggests ways to succeed and advance at work.
Read about Manitoba’s employee and employer rights and responsibilities in the workplace.
These guidelines provide a framework for the professional relationships between employers, students, third party recruiters and career educators.
