Education Requirements
Normally Needed
Upper-level enrollment or completion of an appropriate college or university program.
Caution: This is a part-time job only. It offers practical work experience and helps pay for tuition/expenses during your academic studies.
Career Pathway Advice
Before Graduation
- Gain Work Experiences. (e.g., Co-op Education, Internships, Work Integrated Learning).
- Be Curious. Ask questions about the work environment and day-to-day tasks of a job. This includes reaching out to professionals in the field, faculty, counsellors/advisors, neighbours and friends.
- Develop Power Skills. (e.g., oral and written communication, teamwork & leadership, problem solving, critical thinking, innovation & creativity, and engaging diversity).
- Know Your Transferable Skills. Understand how the skills you are learning in your program meet or transfer to the requirements of your intended job.
- Develop Digital Literacy. Be able to find, communicate, create, and edit files online (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe).
- Be Grade Point Average (GPA) Aware. Know that a strong GPA will open advanced learning opportunities. Even if you have no current plans of pursuing more education, who knows what your future holds.
- Pursue Mentorship and Network Opportunities. (e.g., information interviews, developing relationships with someone working in the field, joining professional organizations, job shadowing, or volunteering).
- Prepare Your Job Search Documents. (e.g., LinkedIn profile, CV/Resume, cover letter, and portfolio).
- Practice your Interview Skills. Research common interview questions employers use, develop short stories you can use to demonstrate your skills and experience, and seek help from a career centre, family, or friends to do mock interviews.
After Graduation (if applicable)
- Seek mentorship from co-workers and supervisors.
- Participate in ongoing learning and professional development.
- Build network relationships with other industry professionals.
- Keep your job search documents updated.
- Research the training opportunities offered by your employer.
- Build your brand by using social media, LinkedIn, and through professional memberships or associations.
Spotlight Requirement
- Relevant research skills are needed.
Note: You should always confirm admission requirements for your desired program with your intended university.