Get Hired! Week of January 19, 2026

Looking for work, your first job, or experience in your field of study?

Get Hired shares new postings and events every week to help you find opportunities that match your goals and schedule.

Tip of the Week: Review Employers Ahead of the Career Fair

 Take a few minutes to review the list of employers attending before the career fair. It helps you plan who to visit, prepare questions, and feel more confident. Even a quick look can lead to stronger, more focused conversations.

Who’s Hiring?

Part-Time/Summer Employment/Casual Opportunities

• TRIUMF is hiring for multiple Summer 2026 student research positions across physics, engineering, computing, and operational sciences. Opportunities include roles such as Universal Polarization Student Research Assistant, Python Software Developer – Acceleratory Physics Student, Jr Programmer Analyst Student and more! Apply by January 25 to gain hands-on experience at Canada’s particle accelerator centre!
• Join Parks Canada this spring and summer as a Visitor Services Attendant at Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site. Apply by January 31. Stop by their booth at the 2026 UM January Career Fair to connect in person.
• Manitoba Hydro’s Summer Student Program is now open. Over 200 roles for students in engineering, business, accounting, IT, environmental studies, trades and technology, construction and general entry-level. Deadlines: Jan 31 for career-related roles and May 1 for general roles. Visit their website for full details. Stop by their booth at the 2026 UM January Career Fair to connect in person.
• MINI U Summer Leader positions are now open! Join the team and help create fun, meaningful and inclusive experiences for participants ages 4–18. New Leader applications are due February 16.
•  Paterson Grain is seeking Summer Student for their Arborg, Deloraine, Gunton, Holland, Killarney, Melita, Morris and Niverville locations. Paterson Grain is also a proud Silver Sponsor of the 2026 UM January Career Fair, be sure to visit their booth on January 27 and 28!
• Statistics Canada is hiring 32,000+ census workers across Canada, with flexible evening and weekend work. Positions run March to July 2026 and are a great way to build paid experience while contributing to a national project. Visit there website for full details
• Part-Time Opportunities at the University of Manitoba: A wide range of Student Sessional roles are available across many departments. Technician (Req 43651), Invigilator (Req 43470)  Explore these and more on UMCareers.

There are 83 openings for part-time, casual, and summer positions available on UM Connect within the Job Postings tab! Check out Seasonal Staff for the World’s Largest Snow Maze (#81831), Vegetation Management Technician (#81789) and Visitor Services Attendant (#81754).

Full-Time/Co-op/Internships

• The City of Winnipeg is hiring a dedicated Licensing Enforcement Inspector (Job ID 126562) to support community safety and uphold municipal standards. Apply by January 22. Stop by their booth at the 2026 UM January Career Fair to connect in person.
•  True North Sports + Entertainment is seeking a Coordinator, Retail Operations. Play a key role in supporting Jets Gear stores, e‑commerce, and game‑day retail operations. Apply by January 25.
•  Join Scotiabank’s Global Banking & Markets team as an Investment Banking Co‑op/Intern for Summer 2027 and gain hands‑on experience in one of the most dynamic areas of finance. Apply by January 28.
•  Canada Life is hiring for multiple positions including Fund Accountant and Group Underwriter. Visit their job board to view more job opportunities and apply today! Stop by their booth at the 2026 UM January Career Fair to connect in person.
• New grads take note Bison Transport is hiring Operations Trainees. Stop by their booth at the 2026 UM January Career Fair on January 28 to connect in person.
• Churchill Northern Studies Centre is hiring a Research Technician to support field and lab research in Churchill, Manitoba.
• A&M Canadian Immigration Law Corporation is hiring for multiple roles, including Receptionist, Immigration Case Writer, and Accountant / Accounts Assistant.
•  Full-time opportunities at The University of Manitoba: HR & Payroll Assistant (Req 43657) and PGME Assistant (Req 43595). Explore these and more positions on UMCareers today!

There are 176 openings for full-time positions available on UM Connect within the Job Postings tab! Check out Resource Technician (#81806), Heart Helper (#81779) and Continuous Improvement Research Officer (#81620).

 ** 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

UM Behind the Hire – Connect directly with employers to learn about opportunities, hiring practices, and how to stand out. We understand that your schedules can be demanding, these sessions are still worth attending even if you cannot stay for the full session. Every opportunity to listen, ask questions, or make a connection shows genuine interest and initiative. Sign up today before all the spots are filled!

January’s Employers:

• Manitoba Legislative Assembly Internship Program
• Canada Life
• Manitoba Metis Federation.

CAREER FAIRS

• UM Annual Career Fair – January 27 & 28 | 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. and 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

OTHER EVENTS

• Scotiabank is hosting a virtual information session on January 23, from 11 a.m.–12 p.m. to introduce students to its Investment Banking Summer 2027 Internship program.
• Curious about developing your leadership skills? Join the President’s Student Leadership Program Info Session on January 21 to learn about this fully funded leadership opportunity open to students from all disciplines.
• Interested in student leadership and governance? Join the UM Student Leader Panel on January 23 (12:30-1:30 p.m. Centre Space, John A. Russell Building) to hear directly from current UM student leaders about their experiences and what it is really like to be involved.
• Interested in innovation and entrepreneurship? Join the IDEA START Monthly Meetup to connect with mentors and peers, hear from guest mentor Amanda Buhse, Founder and CEO of Coal and Canary, and enjoy an evening of networking, learning, and pizza. RSVP
• Career Fair Preparation Workshops – Virtual Jan 21, In-person Jan 22

Resources

• Looking for career and experiential learning supports? Our Resources section has moved to our new webpage, From Campus to Career, making it easier to find tools, programs, and opportunities that support your journey from university to what comes next.

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Have questions about your job search or any of these postings?

Email us at  elpartnerships[at]umanitoba[dot]ca. We are happy to help!

Brought to you by the Career, Community and Experiential Learning Centre.

Brought to you by the Career, Community and Experiential Learning Centre