Employment resources for students
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:
- Find ways to gain the experience you need to succeed beyond graduation
- Take advantage of networking opportunities
- Master the skills related to your job search
Looking for work
Getting experience
There are a number of ways for you to get valuable work experience, on and off campus.
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Jobs on campus
Many students work on campus, and there are a variety of positions available – from research assistant work to food service and administrative roles.
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Work-study program
The work-study program offers part-time, on-campus employment for students with financial need during the school year.
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Co-op opportunities
Co-ops combine practical paid work experiences with your classroom-based education to further enhance your skill sets and work experiences.
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My World Abroad
Discover international job and volunteer postings.
Volunteering
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:
- You hone skills and gain new ones
- You gain career-related experience
- You gain and expand leadership skills
- You explore your interests / career options
- You may gain paid employment where you volunteered
- You enhance your social awareness
- You develop self-confidence and independence
- You earn references from supervisors
- You establish contacts in your chosen field
- You get involved in your community
- You meet new people and make new friends
Finding volunteer opportunities
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.
Marketing yourself
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.
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Attend a workshop
We offer workshops on these topics:
- Job search
- Resumé and cover letter
- Job interview
Sign up and register on Career Connect.
Visit the Resumé Learning Centre
Career Services is providing distance delivery services.
Student support will be provided through telephone, e-mail and video conferencing. If you require assistance, please contact our office at 204-474-9456 or cs.receptionist@umanitoba.ca to make an appointment.
474 University Centre
204-474-9456
Office hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday
Employment scams
Know the signs of an employment scam to protect yourself from fraud. Scams are much more common than you may think.
Resources
Get help along the way
Drop-in to see a career consultant for a confidential discussion about your career strategy, CV, job search and interview preparation. Sessions last 30-45 minutes and are available on a first-come, first-served basis:
Mon: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Tues: 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Wed: 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Thurs: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
You can also call 204-474-9456 to make an appointment at the Fort Garry or Bannatyne campus.
Guides for workplace success
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A guide to success in the workplace
This guide from the Manitoba government suggests ways to succeed and advance at work.
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Manitoba employment standards
Read about Manitoba’s employee and employer rights and responsibilities in the workplace.
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Ethical guidelines
These guidelines provide a framework for the professional relationships between employers, students, third party recruiters and career educators.