To Celebrate Career and Workforce Development Month in November, Student Employment Services and the School of Indigenous Education are proud to present this lunch and learn session.

When: November 30, 2021
Time: 12 pm to 1 pm
Location: MS Teams

Register here to participate

The number of Indigenous business owners is growing at five times the rate of self-employed Canadians, and Indigenous women are starting businesses at twice the rate of non-Indigenous women. Indigenous people represent the fastest growth segment of the population, and given the tremendous growth projections for the Indigenous economy, Indigenous entrepreneurship is — and will continue to be — a driving force of Canada’s long-term economic stability.

Join Frank Parkes, Student Employment Services and Terri-Lynn Anderson, Indigenous Education as we share statistics and trends in Indigenous businesses, challenges faced by entrepreneurs and how a career as an entrepreneur or business owner may be the path for you! We’ll share some of the exciting events and micro-credential courses being offered at RRC Polytech that can accelerate your business planning process.

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

Launch a stimulating and fulfilling career in the federal public service. Become a policy leader and help shape public policies on the most challenging issues of the day.

Successful recruits work in a number of unique policy jobs that put their skills to the test, in areas such as the digital economy and economic growth, leading on climate change, anti-poverty, health and foreign policy.

A strong record of policy-relevant experience, leadership and academic or research achievement are needed to qualify. All disciplines and professional backgrounds are welcome.

Please see Government of Canada – Recruitment of Policy Leaders for more information or to apply.

Application deadline: November 30^th, 2021

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

Date: November 30, 2021 (12:00pm – 1:00pm)

Location: MS Teams. Register here.

Aplin Information Technology has been recruiting to fulfill talent demands for businesses across Canada for over 45 years. Consultants from Aplin will be in an interactive, moderated session to answer questions from the audience and to cover the following topics:

• Growth opportunities in Information Technology, and what areas to focus on for students/graduates.
• Key technical skills in demand and the soft skills required to excel in the workplace
• Networking your way to our next career opportunity.
• How to develop an effective IT resume and succeeding in an interview.
• Key tips and suggestions for RRC Polytech students/graduates.
• Q & A

Speakers:

Jim Juacalla, Senior IT Consultant. Jim is a Senior IT Consultant specializing in the placement of Information Technology professionals. He is a results-oriented professional with many years of experience and has an excellent track record with recruitment, client management, business development, and human resource management. Jim has managed a comprehensive full-cycle recruiting process for all areas of Information Technology.

Ron Cantiveros, IT Consultant. Ron brings over 20 years of entrepreneurship, business development, marketing and social media expertise and provides a unique and fresh perspective in recruiting top IT talent in Canada. He leverages top social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Slack to find and recruit top IT talent with critical skills needed in today’s market

Connect with the Student Employment Services team at ses@rrc.ca should you have any questions and/or are seeking employment supports!

Futures Forward will be hosting several virtual Tuition Waiver Information Sessions for youth who are currently or have formerly been in the care of Manitoba Child and Family Services (CFS).

The Tuition Waiver program offers a bursary for current/former youth in care to have their yearly tuition covered.  10 partner schools across the province, including Red River College Polytechnic, are ready to support students on their journey towards academic success.

If you are someone you know is interested in learning more, please register for one of the following information sessions:

• November 17 at 2:00pm
• December 15 at 6:00pm
• January 15 at 2:00pm
• January 26 at 6:00pm
• February 16 at 2:00pm

The information sessions will be approximately one hour long and include previous/current Tuition Waiver recipients, sharing their experience.

Register Here and watch for an email from Tuition Waiver with the Zoom link.

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please email tuitionwaiver@yesmb.ca

Based in Western Canada for over 110 years, McElhanney offers innovative and practical engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services.

McElhanney is hosting the following virtual campus information sessions for students and new graduates across Canada!

• November 2, 2021 at 7:30pm
• November 3, 2021 at 2:30pm

Students and recent graduates can register to secure their spot at one of the two sessions here.

Applications for the Geomatics Engineering Co-op & New Grad (AB & BC) opportunities are to be submitted by November 12, 2021. Please apply through the link provided.

November is Career and Workforce Development Month in Manitoba and Red River College Polytechnic’s Student Employment Services (SES) has planned a month-long series of learning opportunities, live AMAs (Ask Me Anything) and interactive sessions to help students with their career development.

Week 1 Theme: Job Search Strategies

Online Video (LinkedIn Learning)

In this short video, you will learn:

• how to develop your profile and brand
• how to seek advertised and unadvertised positions
• how to network successfully to broaden your circle
• strategies for both the online and offline worlds
• strategies to match your interests with your search and manage your time to maximize results

To watch the video, click here: Job Search Strategies

If you need help accessing your LinkedIn Learning account as an RRC Polytech student, click here or contact ses@rrc.ca

Week 2 Theme: LinkedIn

Virtual Presentation

In this session, you will learn:

• how to build an impressive LinkedIn profile
• tips for expanding your professional network
• how to communicate your professional brand
• how to find and add connections
• how to create content and participate in online conversations
• how to provide value to your network.

The session will be offered twice.  Register for a session here:

• Session 1 – November 8, 2:00pm-3:00pm (MS Teams Webinar) – Register Here
• Session 2 – November 10, 12:00pm-1:00pm (MS Teams Webinar) – Register Here

Week 3 Theme: Resumes and Cover Letters

Virtual AMA (Ask Me Anything)

Got questions about resumes and cover letters? Bring them to this 45-minute live Ask Me Anything session.  An Employment Advisor will be available to provide answers, feedback, and resources to make sure you are on the right track with your applications.

Register for the session and submit your questions here:

• AMA: Resumes and Cover Letters – November 17, 12:00pm-12:45pm (MS Teams Webinar) – Register Here

Week 4 Theme: International Students – Meet the SES Team + Team Game Activity!

Join the Student Employment Services (SES) team over lunch for a virtual meet and greet with SES staff and network with other international students.  This informative event will include a team game activity with prizes!

• November 24, 12:00pm – 1:00pm (MS Teams Webinar) – Register Here

Week 5 Theme: Indigenous Entrepreneurship – Starting your own small business or social enterprise

To Celebrate Career and Workforce Development Month, Student Employment Services and the School of Indigenous Education are proud to present this lunch and learn session.

The number of Indigenous business owners is growing at five times the rate of self-employed Canadians, and Indigenous women are starting businesses at twice the rate of non-Indigenous women. Indigenous people represent the fastest-growing segment of the population, and given the tremendous growth projections for the Indigenous economy, Indigenous entrepreneurship is — and will continue to be — a driving force of Canada’s long-term economic stability.

Join Frank Parkes, Student Employment Services and Terri-Lynn Anderson, Indigenous Education as we share statistics and trends in Indigenous businesses, challenges faced by entrepreneurs and how a career as an entrepreneur or business owner may be the path for you! We’ll share some of the exciting events and micro-credential courses being offered at RRC Polytech that can accelerate your business planning process.

• November 30, 12:00pm – 1:00pm (MS Teams) – Register Here

November is Career and Workforce Development Month in Manitoba! Career development assists individuals to explore career options, make informed decisions about their learning, training and career paths and successfully manage life and work transitions.

Consider attending one of the many events and activities happening this month to support your career development!

Virtual Indigenous Recruitment Event: Department of National Defence

Are you interested in learning more about civilian student employment opportunities at the Department of National Defence (DND)? DND is recruiting students to join the Defence Team this Fall/Winter session and beyond! There is a high number of positions designated for Indigenous students. Start your federal government career now!

• Wednesday, November 3, 2021 from 1:30pm-2:15pm

REGISTER HERE

Explore RBC

An event designed to help you learn more about yourself, the various career opportunities at RBC, and what is out there in the world of financial services and RBC, and what might be a good fit for you.

• Wednesday, November 3rd, 2021 from 3:00pm-7:00pm EST
• Wednesday, November 10th, 2021 from 1:00pm-5:00pm EST
• Wednesday, November 17th, 2021 from 3:00pm-7:00pm EST

REGISTER HERE

Virtual Open House at Neo Financial

Join Neo Financial for a virtual open house to learn about exciting career opportunities, what working at Neo is all about, and have an opportunity to chat with leaders at Neo. Explore what a ‘day in the life’ looks like on their engaging, fast-paced team.

• Friday, November 5, 2021 from 5:30pm-7:00pm CST – REGISTER HERE
• Friday, November 12, 2021 from 5:30pm-7:00pm CST – REGISTER HERE
• Friday, November 19, 2021 from 5:30pm-7:00pm CST – REGISTER HERE

Spotlight on Careers as a CPA

CPA Saskatchewan and CPA Manitoba invite you to this complimentary virtual career panel session designed to help you learn how becoming a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) can be the right choice for advancing your career. During the session, two CPAs working in different industries will share stories about their pathway to the CPA designation, offer insights and answer your questions.

• Wednesday, November 10^th, 2021 from 12:00pm-1:00pm CST

REGISTER HERE

Manitoba Virtual Job Fair

The Manitoba Virtual Career Fair connects candidates and industries across the province of MANITOBA (Winnipeg, Brandon, Steinbach, Thompson, Portage la Prairie, Winkler, Selkirk, Morden, Dauphin, etc.)

•  Wednesday, November 10, 2021, from 1:00pm-4:00pm

REGISTER HERE

AWS Engage Fireside Chat

AWS Engage is pleased to invite you to a free virtual fireside chat about working in technology.  Learn the educational and career paths of employees at Amazon and AWS, and the exciting possibilities that a career in technology can offer – from software development to entertainment.

• Monday, November 15, 2021 – 4:00pm – 5:00pm

REGISTER HERE – Please RSVP to devloo@amazon.com

Explore Careers in Aerospace and Aviation

Manitoba Aerospace invites you to explore careers in aerospace and aviation in Manitoba at their upcoming career information session. Hear from post-secondary institutions as well as graduates from aerospace and aviation-related programs about careers in the industry and pathways to those careers.

• Thursday, November 18, 2021 – 9:00am – 3:00pm

 REGISTER HERE

Tech Talent Canada Virtual Job Fair

This virtual job fair will connect Canada’s fastest-growing companies with the tech talent from across North America. The online event is ideal for job-seeking candidates, hiring companies, and the organizations that support them both.

• Wednesday, November 24, 2021 from 2:30pm-5:30pm

REGISTER HERE

Film Training Manitoba presents: Careers in Film

From Accounting to Animal Wrangling, Construction to Catering, or Props to Production, there are a variety of jobs needed to create a movie or television show. During this 1-hour outreach session, Film Training Manitoba’s Managing Director will present on jobs and career opportunities in Manitoba’s film industry.

• Firday, November 26 from 12:00pm-1:00pm

To view some of the most common roles and titles used on sets in Manitoba Click Here

REGISTER HERE

Five Star Jobs – Manitoba Hotel Association

As pandemic restrictions ease and leisure travel resumes, the demand for workers in the hospitality industry is rising. The Manitoba Hotel Association (MHA) is hosting its first virtual career fair – Five Star Jobs – to entice those looking for new opportunities to fill this gap.

To view a list of possible career options: Click Here

To submit an application: Click Here

Career Conversations through the RRC Polytech Café

The RRC Polytech Café, powered by Ten Thousand Coffees (10KC), is RRC’s free online networking and mentorship platform that connects students and alumni through virtual ‘coffee chats’ and exclusive nationwide events with career development experts. More than 3,000 current students and alumni members have already joined the Café.

How does it work? Students and Alumni fill out a profile with education, experience, and interest tags. This information is then used to drive smart-match introductions between community members every month. Faculty, employers, industry partners, and supporters can also connect with students and alumni on RRC Polytech’s hub. Check out this 60-second video to see the platform in action.

Share this information with your classmates so they can start networking, too! Questions? Learn more about the RRC Polytech Cafe here, or reach out to alumni@rrc.ca for more info.

CBC Manitoba is launching a new project: CBC Manitoba Pathways.

This is a full-time, paid, five-month development opportunity for up to three Indigenous, Black or other people of colour candidates to learn the essential elements of working as a reporter in a CBC newsroom.

In this project, the successful candidates will:

• Learn essential training to develop skills for working in a modern newsroom.
• Work in journalism, from digital writing to radio and television broadcast.
• Grow relationships with coaches, mentors and their fellow Pathways cohort.

As well as hands-on experience and coaching, Pathways will also offer a “journalism bootcamp” with instructors from across Canada.

The deadline to apply is Nov. 10, 2021.

The program runs from Dec 1., 2021, to April 30, 2022.

For more information, please visit CBC Manitoba

Directions Conference 2021 is coming up and Student Employment Services (SES) is offering an Introduction to Networking session!

Date: Wednesday, October 27, 2021 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Event Description:

The hidden job market offers numerous opportunities that job seekers can tap into and should be complementary to advertised job searching. In this session students will learn about the hidden job market, the value of networking, identifying contacts, and how to make the proper approach with an effective pitch in various networking situations including virtual events.

Come join us to learn how to enhance your networking at the conference! To sign up, click on this link.

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