Get Hired! Week of December 16 2024

Are you looking for work, trying to get that first job, or gain experience in your field of study? You will not want to miss the weekly edition of Get Hired by Career Services!

Get access to timely updates on what is happening in the job market and the inside scoop from UMConnect (formerly Career Connect).

Each week we will also share upcoming conference and information session opportunities.

Who’s Hiring?

Note – The university will be closed December 21 – January 2 and therefore – Get Hired! will not be updated until the week of January 6, 2025.*

Part-Time/Summer Employment/Casual Opportunities

• Federal Student Work Experience Program – Canada.ca – The largest student inventory is open year-round and is available to over 200 departments and agencies. It offers full-time and part-time work opportunities in a wide variety of fields, including sciences, trades, administration, information technology, finance, and more!
•  YMCA Winnipeg is hiring for multiple childcare positions across Winnipeg: Child Care Assistant for School-Aged, Child Care Assistant for Preschool, and Direct Support Worker for Youth. Apply before December 20! 
•  Shoppers Drug Mart is hiring for a Beauty Specialist to join their team. For more information, visit their website and apply by January 2.
• Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site is recruiting for a Student Heritage Presenter and a Visitor Services Attendant to join their team. For more information and eligibility details, visit their website and apply by January 10, 2025.
• Manitoba Hydro is now recruiting for various summer employment opportunities! To be considered for career-related positions, complete the summer student application questionnaire by January 31. Resumes will be matched to available positions starting February 1. For more information and eligibility details, visit their website.
• Part-Time Opportunities at the University of Manitoba. Explore part-time roles across various departments, including Grader/Marker – BIOL 1010 (Requisition 36844), and TA – LAW 1102 (Requisition No. 36834). Explore these opportunities on UMCareers.

There are 52 openings for part-time, casual, and summer positions available on UM Connect within the Job Postings tab! Check out PepsiCo Beverages Summer Student (75174), (75086), Student guide-interpreter (75161), and Step Summer Student (75134.)

** UM Students: to access opportunities on UM Connect make sure you are logged into your account to follow the links to postings directly! Please note that UM alumni are also able to create an account to access these postings. **

 Full-Time/Co-op/Internships

• The Public Service Commission of Canada is thrilled to announce the launch of Cohort 5 of the Federal Internship Program for Canadians with Disabilities. This national program offers 18-month internships across the federal public service, providing persons with disabilities the chance to develop their work skills and enhance their employability. Submissions are open until December 18, 2024.
• YMCA Winnipeg is recruiting for two full-time positions: Membership & Sales Coordinator and Program Coordinator to join their team. Apply by December 30!
• Lime Connect and Canada Life are thrilled to announce the Technology Summer Internship and $5000 Scholarship Award Opportunity! This program is designed for undergraduate students with disabilities pursuing a degree/certification in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Apply before January 7!
• Scotiabank’s Summer 2025 Global Banking and Markets internship/co-op positions are now live! Positions include: GBM – Data and Operational Initiatives, GMB – GCM Banking, and GBM – Technical Investment Banking Internship/Co-op. Submit your application by January 17!
• Interested in a summer Co-op position at Manitoba Hydro? Submit a student application questionnaire by January 31 to be considered for career-related positions. Don’t forget to include your resume and cover letter. Visit their website to learn more!
• Enterprise Mobility is recruiting for two summer Internship positions: Accounting Internship and Management Trainee Intern. Candidates must be current university student graduating with a bachelor’s degree on or before June of 2026. Visit their website for more information!
• The University of Manitoba is hiring for exciting full-time roles, including Travel and Concur Support Specialist (Requisition No. 36840), Junior Purchasing Consultant (Requisition No. 36812), and NCTR Statement Gathering Coord (Requisition No. 36775.) Explore these positions and more on UMCareers today!

There are 42 openings for full-time positions available on UM Connect within the Job Postings tab! Check out Sales & Logistics Coordinator (75224), Program Coordinator (75221), and Community & Residential Support Worker (75157).

** UM Students: to access opportunities on UM Connect make sure you are logged into your account to follow the links to postings directly! Please note that UM alumni are also able to create an account to access these postings. **

Career Fairs, Information Sessions, and Conferences

Career Fairs, Information Sessions and Conferences provide an excellent way for you to learn more about your field, to network and to find the opportunities available in it.  Employers attend career fairs and trade show booths to inform students of future opportunities as well as look for talented students/graduates for current positions. Check out these upcoming events!

• TEDxWinnipeg is coming to the Fort Garry campus on May 29, 2025. This is a wonderful opportunity for our faculty, students, and staff to showcase their expertise, spark important conversations, and represent the brilliance of our community. Applications closes on December 28, so don’t wait!
• Are you looking to connect with employers and investigate potential opportunities? Are you looking for a summer, part-time or full-time job? Do you want to learn more about graduate and certificate programs? JOIN us for the 2025 UM Career Fair on January 22 and 23, 2025. To help you prepare, attend the Career Fair Preparation Workshop on January 15 (Virtual from 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.) and January 16 (In-person from 2:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.)
• The University of Toronto’s Data Science Institute has an exciting opportunity for undergraduate students interested in data science. Their Summer Undergraduate Data Science (SUDS) Research Program is a great chance to engage in hands-on research. Apply by January 24, 2025.
• The Asper School of Business is proud to introduce a new Stu Clark Course: How to Start a Side Hustle. This 6-week online course, held every Tuesday evening from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. will run from February 18 to March 25, 2025. It will equip you with the knowledge and skills to transform your ideas, skills, and expertise into a new source of income. Secure your spot now!
  Applications are now open for the Stu Clark Centre of Entrepreneurship New Venture Championships, taking place from April 25-27, 2025. Compete for over $60 000 in cash prices with your business plans and video pitches. Open to both undergraduates and graduates, this competition is a great opportunity to connect with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders. Submit your application before March 4, 2025!
• Looking for activities during the Holidays? Employers seek validation of the skills required in the workplace and UM students have access to over 13 FREE technical and transferable courses. For more info, visit Skills for Success: Invest in Yourself!

** UM Students: to access opportunities on UM Connect make sure you are logged into your account to follow the links to postings directly! Please note that UM alumni are also able to create an account to access these postings. **

Need support navigating your job search efforts? Career Services not only has access to available jobs, but it also offers a variety of services to help you get the knowledge and skills you need to get that job, as well. Whether you are looking for experiential learning, part-time, summer, or full-time employment upon graduation, we are here to assist you. To help you excel in your skills, we offer workshops on resumés and cover letters, creating a LinkedIn profile, mentoring, job searches, and interview preparation. Check out the Student Affairs Event Calendar and register today!

Do you have questions about anything specific? We would love to answer your job search questions! Questions can be forwarded to cs.receptionist@umanitoba.ca.

UM Career Services Staff