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Pathways to Success in Tech: Achieving Positive Movement in Your Career

January 10, 2022

The Manitoba Women in Tech Meetup Group has organized a panel discussion and networking event!

Take a fresh look at ways you can grow into your career in tech. Representatives from SkipTheDishes will lead a panel discussion of women who have transitioned into many different roles in their careers and supporters who have helped facilitate this movement for others.

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

11:45 am – 1:15 pm

REGISTER HERE

For more information including the agenda and speaker profiles, visit: Pathways to Success in Tech

If you have any employment-related questions, please contact RRC Polytech’s Student Employment Services at ses@rrc.ca.

Discover Client Solutions Advisor Opportunities at Scotiabank

January 4, 2022

Whether you have sales experience in a different industry, or previous banking experience and want to try something new, join Scotiabank for this virtual event to learn about the Client Solutions Advisor position.

Wednesday, February 2, 2022

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (PST) / 2:00 pm – 3:00pm (CST).

Meet the senior leadership team, hear from current employees in the role, and discover what a unique, award-winning culture can offer you.

To view a full job description and register for this event, please CLICK HERE.

Please note that space is limited. Apply today to express interest. Once registered, you will be contacted by a recruitment consultant for a quick meet and greet to determine if this is the right event for you. After this preliminary meeting, a formal invitation will be shared.

The registration deadline is January 26, 2022.

If you have any questions, please contact Student Employment Services at ses@rrc.ca.

Happy 2022! If you’ve got employment goals, SES can help!

January 4, 2022

Hello and happy new year!  Now that school is back in session, you might be thinking about working while you study or about opportunities available during the summer break. Maybe you are graduating in the coming months and are looking forward to launching your career.  Whatever your employment goals are this year, Student Employment Services is here to help.

SES offers a wide range of employment services including assistance with:

  • job search
  • networking and LinkedIn
  • resumes and cover letters
  • interviews and more!

To connect with an Employment Advisor, contact Student Employment Services (SES) and book an appointment.

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

If you have any questions, contact us at ses@rcc.ca

Discover BMO Recruitment Tour, January 2022

December 23, 2021

With BMO’s Summer 2022 roles just around the corner, Discover BMO recruitment tour kicks off on January 5th, 2022.  This year, BMO is hosting Business Spotlight sessions throughout the month of January for students to choose which areas of the bank they are interested in learning more about and meeting BMO representatives hiring in those areas.  In addition to the Business Spotlights, BMO is also hosting Recruiter Ask Me Anything sessions so students can drop in to ask recruiters questions.

BMO Business Spotlight Sessions include the areas of:

  • North American Customer Contact Centre
  • Personal & Business Banking
  • Corporate Areas
  • Wealth
  • Commercial
  • Technology & Operations

Click here for the full schedule and to register: linktr.ee/BMOCampusRecruiting

 

Student Employment Services

ses@rrc.ca

Virtual Information Session: Canada Revenue Agency – Winnipeg Tax Centre, January 12, 2022

December 14, 2021

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) – Winnipeg Tax Centre invites students and soon-to be graduates to an information session. Join us to learn more about the opportunities with the CRA!

Wednesday, January 12, 2022
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
REGISTER HERE

The CRA – Winnipeg Tax Centre will also be participating in the upcoming First Impressions – Hiring for Industry 2022 speed-interviewing event on February 16th.

If you are interested in interviewing with CRA at First Impressions, please attend this event for instructions on how to apply.

If you have any questions, please contact Student Employment Services at ses@rrc.ca.

 

Virtual Information Session Dec 9- Manitoba Hydro is Hiring Power Line Technicians and Pre-placement Trainees

December 7, 2021

Manitoba Hydro is accepting applications now through December 23 for Power Line Technicians and Pre-placement trainees.

Sign up for the Manitoba Hydro virtual info session on December 9, 2021 at 6 p.m. Find out more about the PLT requirements and pre-placement programs for Indigenous Peoples and women.
Register to attend at hydro.mb.ca/PLT or call 1-800-565-5200

Power line technicians (PLT) build and maintain electrical systems used to transmit and distribute power. The PLT training program is a four-year paid apprenticeship that includes on-the-job training and 10 weeks of trade schools.

If you have any questions or need assistance preparing for this event, contact Student Employment Services at ses@rrc.ca. An Employment Advisor will be more than happy to help.

Venture for Canada. Entrepreneurial Opportunities in December.

December 6, 2021

Happy December from Venture For Canada!


In the spirit of the upcoming holidays, VFC wanted to wrap up all of the ways Venture For Canada can support your entrepreneurial students.


Opportunities for soon to be grads!
Fellowship Program – Apply by December 7th
New grads are immersed in startup culture, entrepreneurial training, and community connections to grow their career opportunities.
• Fall access to our 2022 Fellowship cohort is open until December 7th.
• This is the last chance for early acceptance and ideal for soon-to-be-grads ready to begin their startup job hunt as early as February 2022!
• 25% of 2022 Fellowship spots are already filled—apply today!

Learn more.


Opportunities for current students
Intrapreneurship Program – Apply by December 10th
A unique opportunity to gain virtual, PAID work experience by contributing to a startup’s 7-week project.
• Since our August launch, over 700 students across Canada have completed Intrapreneurships.
• The next opportunity to participate is in January!
• Students apply by Dec. 10th.

Students can learn more here.


Internship Program – Apply by December 10th
• Over 1,600 students completed full-time and part-time internships with VFC in 2021
Students can still apply for Winter Internships by December 10th!

If you have any questions or need support applying for this opportunity, please contact Student Employment Services at ses@rrc.ca

Happy Holidays from SES + Employment Events in 2022!

December 6, 2021

As the Fall term comes to a close, the Student Employment Services team wishes you a restful holiday season!

Looking ahead to the new year, we look forward to supporting your career development in a variety of ways, including:

  • Red River College Students’ Association Career Fair 2022 – scheduled for January 26th (NDC) and January 27th (EDC). Watch for “Career Fair Tips and Strategies” prep sessions in early January.
  • First Impressions – Hiring for Industry Event – on February 16, this virtual speed interviewing event will see employers conduct up to 23 x 10-minute interviews with students from the Applied Commerce & Management Education and Applied Computer Education programs.
  • Employment Readiness Conference – international students will have an opportunity to attend presentations by RRC Polytech staff and industry professionals, as well as employer and alumni panels to get ready for a career in Canada (May 2022).
  • In-class Presentations – Employment Advisors are scheduled to visit many RRC Polytech programs in the new year to discuss job search, resumes, cover letters, interviews and more!
  • Job Central – find your next opportunity on RRC Polytech’s dedicated student and alumni job board.

Be sure to watch the SES News & Events page for more information.  For assistance with these opportunities, or any career development goals you have for the new year, please contact Student Employment Services at ses@rrc.ca!

Open House: Neo Financial Winnipeg Office, December 9, 2021

December 3, 2021

Join Neo Financial for an open house at their Winnipeg office to learn about exciting career opportunities at Neo!

Thursday, December 9, 2021
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
140 Bannatyne, Winnipeg, MB

Register here

Hear from the Winnipeg squad about what Neo has to offer. Come discover new ideas and explore what a ‘day in the life’ looks like on their engaging, fast-paced team.

Neo will be discussing what they are building and how you can potentially be a part of revolutionizing Canada’s financial industry!

Please note, masks will be required for this event.

Email openhouse@neofinancial.com if you have any questions.

 

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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