Work-Integrated Learning and Career Services

Events

City of Winnipeg Hiring Hundreds of Seasonal Positions for Summer 2023

March 1, 2023

If you’re looking for summer work then you’ll want to consider applying for a seasonal position with the City of Winnipeg.

The city has a variety of jobs available and each one is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience working. Positions include:

  • By-law Support Worker – Indigenous (#122867)
  • Summer Student Labourer (#122872)
  • Office Support (#122873)
  • 311 Customer Service Representative (#122876)
  • Wading Pool Attendants (#122929)
  • Recreation Technicians (#122930)
  • Student Labourer (#122968)
  • Gardener (#123004)
  • Seasonal Meter Reader (#123018)

Additional jobs may be available or become available in the future, so students are encouraged to check the City of Winnipeg Careers Page regularly.

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact careerservices@rrc.ca

Manitoba Hydro – Protection & Telecontrol Recruitment – Apply Now!

March 1, 2023

Manitoba Hydro is currently recruiting for their Engineering Technologists Programs:

  • Relay Protection & Control
  • Telecommunications & Control

These two-year fully paid apprenticeship programs include formal classes and on-the-job training. During your paid training, you will be rotated to different work locations.

To apply, you must register and create your online profile through Manitoba Hydro’s external Careers website.

All applications must include a resume, cover letter, high school transcripts, and any post-secondary school transcripts or training certificates.

The deadline for applications is March 21, 2023.

Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers/ for more information on the qualifications of the programs and the job posting.

If you have any questions, please contact Career Services at careerservices@rrc.ca.

Young Canada Works

February 27, 2023

Are you between the ages of 16-30?

Do you like museums, heritage sites, archives or theatre?

Does working for the heritage, arts, and cultural sector interest you?

Apply to Young Canada Works!

Young Canada Works (YCW) is a Government of Canada-funded program for youth, aged 16-30, interested in gaining work experience in museums, heritage sites, archives, libraries or arts and cultural organizations.

There are two programs available:

Young Canada Works offers program participants:

  • Quality paid work experience
  • Valuable Skills Development
  • Networking opportunities
  • Flexibility and support for youth facing barriers

YCW is committed to strengthening diversity and inclusion in youth employment. Youth belonging to equity-deserving groups are highly encouraged to apply.

There is no application deadline, but it is recommended that applicants create an account and submit their candidacy before the summer.

If you have any questions, please contact Career Services at careerservices@rrc.ca.

Employer on-Campus: Applied Industrial Technologies, March 8

February 27, 2023

Careers with Applied Industrial Technologies

Applied Industrial Technologies invites students from the following program areas for come-and-go career chats and an information session:

  • Mechanical Engineering Technology
  • Manufacturing CAD
  • Skilled Trades

Join us to learn more about the opportunities with Applied Industrial Technologies!

Event Details

INFORMATION BOOTH

Wednesday, March 8, 2023
11 am – 1 pm
STTC Cafeteria Hallway

Notre Dame Campus
No registration required

INFORMATION SESSION

Wednesday, March 8, 2023
12 pm – 1 pm
White Lecture Theatre

Notre Dame Campus
Register on Career Bridge by following the instructions below:

If you have any questions, or accommodation requests, please contact Career Services at careerservices@rrc.ca.

PwC Canada Scholarship and Mentorship Program – Deadline to apply: February 28

February 14, 2023

Calling students who are Black, Indigenous and/or Persons with Disabilities, studying in accounting, business and/or STEM! 

PwC Canada is launching their Scholarship and Mentorship program again this year! The scholarship provides financial support to post-secondary students who are Black, Indigenous and/or Persons with Disabilities, studying in accounting, business and/or STEM and demonstrate our five PwC Professional attributes.

Details

  • Up to twenty-five (25) scholarships available this year
  • Each scholarship is for $5,000
  • Scholarship recipients will be paired with a professional from PwC Canada who’ll provide mentorship and coaching for one year
  • Scholarship recipients will receive an offer of paid employment at PwC Canada (acceptance of position is optional and will not impact receipt of scholarship) in Assurance, Tax, Consulting or Deals

For more information and to apply

Students can apply to the Scholarship and Mentorship Program until February 28, 2023 through the PwC Campus Careers website

For supports with your job search, book an appointment with a Career Advisor by contacting Career Services at careerservices@rrc.ca 

National Research Council of Canada Student Employment Program – Apply Now!

February 9, 2023

Are you part of Canada’s next generation of STEM leaders?  Do you want to gain valuable work experience in your field of study? Are you interested in working on leading-edge projects of value to Canada? Are you looking for amazing learning opportunities in a creative and diverse environment?

The NRC Student Employment Program provides students with practical career-related experience in research and development, engineering, and technology, administration, librarian science, computer science, trades, business, technology advisors, finance, human resources, and other professions. Students work in a challenging and intellectually stimulating environment while having access to superior equipment, facilities and expertise.

As a student at the NRC, you’ll contribute to interesting projects in an environment where teamwork, initiative, and creativity are nurtured. Positions are offered across NRC in various locations from coast to coast.

Who can apply?

You are eligible for the NRC Student Employment Program if:

  • You have obtained a High School diploma (or grade 12 equivalent), and possess a minimum “B” academic average or equivalent (preference may be given to candidates with a “B+” academic average). (equivalencies can be found on the back of your transcript)
  • You are studying at a recognized educational institution and are returning to full-time studies in the next semester
  • You are a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada. Additionally, foreign national students who meet the eligibility requirements, are studying in recognized and eligible Canadian educational institutions and possess a valid Off-Campus Work Permit may also apply.

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: Women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. 

Length of Term

Student work terms last for approximately sixteen weeks (four months). Work can occur full-time during a non-academic semester and part-time during an academic semester.

For more information or to apply, please visit the National Research Council of Canada – Student Employment Program

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact careerservices@rrc.ca

Career Fair Prep Sessions

January 4, 2023

They’re baaaack! It’s Career Fair time at RRC Polytech and Career Services wants to help make sure you are ready to put your best foot forward.

Career Advisors will be setting up practice booths at the Exchange District Campus and Notre Dame Campus and students are invited to drop in for a chat.

  • First time attending a career fair and curious about how it all works?
  • Got questions about how to maximize the career fair experience?
  • Unsure of how to dress, what to bring, or what to say?
  • Want to practice your elevator pitch and networking questions?

Stop by one of the practice booths and talk to a Career Advisor!

Exchange District Campus

Tuesday, January 10, 12:00pm-1:00pm, Atrium

Notre Dame Campus

Tuesday, January 10, 12:00pm-1:00pm, F205

Notre Dame Campus

Wednesday, January 11, 11:00am-12:00pm, Library Hallway

Upcoming Career Fairs:

Exchange District Campus

Indigenous Career Fair, Wednesday, January 18, 11:00am-4:00pm, Manitou A Bi Bii Daziigae

RRCSA Career Fair, Thursday, January 26, 10:00am-3:00pm

Notre Dame Campus

RRCSA Career Fair, Wednesday, January 25, 10:00am-3:00pm

If you have any questions about these events, please contact careerservices@rrc.ca

MB Hydro Summer Student Program

December 5, 2022

Interested in joining Manitoba Hydro’s team for the summer to build professional knowledge and gain hands-on experience?

Manitoba Hydro offers over 200 summer employment opportunities in the energy industry to university and college students throughout Manitoba.

Manitoba Hydro typically hires students enrolled in academic programs that support their operational requirements.

Jobs are available in a number of areas including, but not limited to:

  • Accounting
  • Business administration
  • Engineering
  • Entry-level (undeclared, U1, etc.)
  • Environmental
  • General labour
  • Geography
  • Information technology
  • Trades & technology

Applications are accepted annually in December and January.

Resumés are matched to career-related positions starting February 1st, and work terms run from May to August.

If your resumé is received later than January, you may be matched with general labour or general administration positions.

Check out the Summer Student Program for more information and eligibility criteria.

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Career Services at careerservices@rrc.ca

MB Hydro Power Line Technician Training Program

November 24, 2022

This four-year fully paid apprenticeship program includes competency-based trade schools, formal classes, and on-the-job training.

During your paid training, you will be rotated to different work locations. After you complete your training and successfully pass testing and evaluation, you will receive a Journeyperson Certificate.

To apply, you must register and create an online profile through Manitoba Hydro’s external Careers website.

All applications must include a resume, cover letter, high school transcripts, and any post-secondary school transcripts or training certificates.

Applications will be accepted between December 1 – December 19, 2022.

For more information, check out this video or read about the Power Line Technician Training Program online.

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Career Services at careerservices@rrc.ca

March of Dimes Canada’s Virtual Job Fair

November 23, 2022

Would you like to empower people with disabilities to live safely and independently?

March of Dimes Canada is hiring numerous personal support workers (PSW), brain injury rehabilitation workers and support workers.

Attend their Job Fair on Thursday, December 1 to find out how you can join them on the front line and become a superhero in your community!

There is no experience required and March of Dimes Canada provides full paid training.

Event details:

  • Thursday, December 1, 2022
  • 11 a.m. to 12 noon

REGISTER HERE!

If the timing of the live event isn’t convenient for you, your registration will give you access to a recording of the presentations and an opportunity to view all the job fair resources until January 1, 2023.

If you have any questions about this event, please contact Career Services at careerservices@rrc.ca

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.

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