Happy 2020! Welcome back and we hope you had a restful holiday break!

Now that school is back in session – you may be thinking about looking for opportunities to work while studying or during the summer break. Maybe you are graduating in the coming months and are looking forward to launching your career.

Keep an eye out for different networking and employment events to connect with industry experts and learn about employer expectations by visiting: Student Employment Services News & Events – Latest News

Remember that you can connect with Student Employment Services (SES) for assistance with your job search! SES offers a wide range of employment services including assistance with:

• job search
• networking
• cover letters
• resumes
• interviews

For more information and to book an appointment with an Employment Advisor, contact SES at jobcentre@rrc.ca or 204.632.3966.

See you on campus!

The TalentEgg Survey lets students and alumni give feedback and suggestions that will ultimately shape the future of recruitment, tell employers what’s important to them, and how to best connect with them about new job opportunities.

By completing the survey, you have the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 Visa Gift Cards!

Don’t miss out on having your voices heard!

Click here for the survey:

2020 TalentEgg Survey

As the Fall term comes to a close, the Student Employment Services team wishes you a restful holiday season and a wonderful start to year 2020!

Student Employment Services provides employment preparation assistance to students & recent graduates. Contact us at jobcentre@rrc.ca for help with cover letters, resumes, interviews and job search.

The Directions Conference connects Red River College students in Business and Applied Arts with industry professionals in many areas of business. This year’s keynote speaker is local restaurateur, and former Blue Bomber, Obby Khan!

Click here for details on Obby’s keynote talk: The Grind: Make you or Break you.

Date: Thu, Feb 6, 2020
Location: Canad Inns Destination Centre Polo Park
To register, visit: DirectionsConference.ca

Congratulations to Chris Parson, winner of $250 Polo Park gift card!

Chris Parson, winner of $250 Polo Park gift card.

The earlier you register for the Directions Conference 2020, the more chances you have to win one or more these awesome prizes:

$150 Outlet Mall gift card (deadline: Jan 10th)
$150 The Keg gift card (deadline: Jan 17th)
$75 Ultimate Dining gift card and 2 movie tickets (deadline: Jan 24th)

For more information and to register for the event, click here: Directions Conference 2020

You can apply for a bursary for the fees to the Directions Conference. For more information, visit DirectionsConference.ca.

NOTE: By registering for the Directions Conference, I agree that Red River College (including its Board of Governors, officers, employees, agents and partners) can use photographs and video footage taken at this event for future educational or promotional purposes. I understand there will be no payment for the use of these images, and that Red River College will not require my approval when such images are used. I will not hold Red River College responsible if my image is blurry, distorted, edited or otherwise altered.

Venture for Canada offers post-secondary students the opportunity to explore entrepreneurial work experiences in Atlantic Canada, British Columbia and the Prairies. Learn invaluable skills on your road to building your future from those in the best position to teach – other entrepreneurs.

Both co-op and non co-op students are welcome. Full time and part time internships are available.

Venture for Canada internships fit the requirements of most co-op placements.

For more info, visit: Venture for Canada – Internships

The Directions Conference connects Red River College students in Business and Applied Arts with industry professionals in many areas of business. Keynote speakers, breakout informational sessions and the popular round table networking event combine into a rich and rewarding experience for both students and employers.

Date: Thu, Feb 6, 2020
Location: Canad Inns Destination Centre Polo Park
To register, visit: DirectionsConference.ca

Congratulations to Dylan Shumka, winner of $150 Best Buy gift card!

Dylan Shumka (left) receiving the Early Bird Prize $150 Best Buy gift card.

The earlier you register for the Directions Conference 2020, the more chances you have to win one or more these awesome prizes:

$250 Polo Park gift card (deadline: Dec 4th)
$150 Outlet Mall gift card (deadline: Jan 10th)
$150 The Keg gift card (deadline: Jan 17th)
$75 Ultimate Dining gift card and 2 movie tickets (deadline: Jan 24th)

For more information and to register for the event, click here: Directions Conference 2020

You can apply for a bursary for the fees to the Directions Conference. For more information, visit DirectionsConference.ca.

NOTE: By registering for the Directions Conference, I agree that Red River College (including its Board of Governors, officers, employees, agents and partners) can use photographs and video footage taken at this event for future educational or promotional purposes. I understand there will be no payment for the use of these images, and that Red River College will not require my approval when such images are used. I will not hold Red River College responsible if my image is blurry, distorted, edited or otherwise altered.

Are you interested in building a career in retail management?
Did you graduate within the last 2 years?

The North West Company is holding a hiring event featuring their Graduate Incentive Program, which provides recent graduates with an opportunity to build a career in Retail Management and receive a $25,000 incentive.

Hiring Event

Thu, Nov 28, 2019
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The North West Company Training Centre
657 Century St, Winnipeg, MB

For more information, visit: Graduate Incentive Program – The North West Company

Registration is now open!

The Directions Conference connects Red River College students in Business and Applied Arts with industry professionals in many areas of business. Keynote speakers, breakout informational sessions and the popular round table networking event combine into a rich and rewarding experience for both students and employers.

Date:
Thu, Feb 6, 2020

Location:
Canad Inns Destination Centre Polo Park
1405 St Matthews Ave, Winnipeg, MB

5 Early Bird Prizes are up for grabs!

The earlier you register for the Directions Conference 2020, the more chances you have to win one or more these awesome prizes:

$150 Best Buy gift card (deadline: Nov 22nd)
$250 Polo Park gift card (deadline: Dec 4th)
$150 Outlet Mall gift card (deadline: Jan 10th)
$150 The Keg gift card (deadline: Jan 17th)
$75 Ultimate Dining gift card and 2 movie tickets (deadline: Jan 24th)

For more information and to register for the event, click here: Directions Conference 2020

You can apply for a bursary for the fees to the Directions Conference. For more information, visit DirectionsConference.ca.

NOTE: By registering for the Directions Conference, I agree that Red River College (including its Board of Governors, officers, employees, agents and partners) can use photographs and video footage taken at this event for future educational or promotional purposes. I understand there will be no payment for the use of these images, and that Red River College will not require my approval when such images are used. I will not hold Red River College responsible if my image is blurry, distorted, edited or otherwise altered.

The First Impressions Recruitment Event provides speed-interviewing for real employment opportunities.

This event is open to RRC students from the following programs: Applied Accounting, Business Administration, Business Administration Integrated, and Commerce Industry Sales & Marketing.

Thu, Nov 7, 2019
12pm to 4pm
South Gym – Notre Dame Campus
2055 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB
The deadline to apply for interviews is Sun, Oct 20, 2019.

For more info, visit: RRC First Impressions Recruitment Event

Prep Sessions:  Let us help you prepare and make a great first impression!

Not sure what to expect at the First Impressions Recruitment Event? Attend one of the prep sessions below:

Notre Dame Campus – 2055 Notre Dame Ave
Thu, Oct 3, 2019, 12pm – 1pm, White Lecture Theatre
Thu, Oct 3, 2019, 4pm – 5pm, White Lecture Theatre

Exchange District Campus – 160 Princess St
Tue, Oct 8, 2019, 12pm – 1pm, P107
Tue, Oct 8, 2019, 4pm – 5pm, P107

Click here to register for a prep session: teamsites.rrc.ca/ses

Contact Student Employment Services at 204.632.3966 or jobcentre@rrc.ca for more information.

Welcome RRC students!

If you are interested in working while school is in session, during the summer break, or if you are graduating in the coming months and are looking forward to launching your career, connect with Student Employment Services (SES) now to help you prepare for your job search.

Starting early will give you the time to polish your self-marketing tools for when that perfect job opportunity comes up! SES offers a wide range of employment services including assistance with:

• job search
• networking
• cover letters
• resumes
• interviews

For more information and to book an appointment with an Employment Advisor, contact SES at jobcentre@rrc.ca or 204.632.3966.

In the meantime, you can check out these resources:

Employer On-Campus Events

Upcoming employer on-campus events will be posted on Student Employment Services News and Events page. Register for the sessions to learn more about what employers are looking for and the careers available to you.

Professional Perspective

Follow employers, human resource professionals, and industry subject matter experts as they provide career tips to help RRC students and graduates navigate the world of work on Professional Perspective.

Job Central

Employment opportunities directed exclusively at RRC students and alumni are posted on Job Central. View available jobs here: Job Central.

See you on campus!