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The Career Journey
This page is your go-to hub for employment-related tools and information. Explore job profiles, connect with opportunities, and enhance your employability with practical skills.
Many students think their degree determines what they’ll do after graduation but your degree is just one of the many things to take into consideration when deciding on a career path. The most important factor in choosing a career that’s right for you is… YOU!
But you can’t choose a career that fits who you are if you don’t know who you are! Take some time to reflect on your history, your experiences, your curiosities, your likes and dislikes, your strengths, your skills, your accomplishments, and the many other factors that go into making you who you are.
– York University
Province of Ontario
Explore 500 job profiles to find the one that’s right for you. As you explore, add job profiles to your list to view and compare highlights. You can take a quiz to get you started.
Explore Ontario’s Labour Market. Labour market information and statistics can help you plan your career. Learn more about work trends and the skills, education and training you need for jobs today, and in the future.
JobBank.ca
This is a great resource from the federal government that includes a wealth of information on many different jobs in the Career Planning section and work trends. Information relevant to where you live is available.
Employment and Social Development Canada
Another resource from the federal government that includes funding and resources that may be available to help students develop their skills.
- Skills for success
- Education and training
- Financial support
- Work and volunteer service programs for youth
- Your ideal career path
- Job search tools
YMCA Employment Services Waterdown
YMCA Employment Services Waterdown offers virtual or in-person appointments.
- Assistance with creating or updating your resume
- Tips on conducting a successful job search
- How to prepare for an interview
- Discover jobs for youth in the Waterdown area
- Call for an appointment:
905-690-9927
ACCES Employment, Programs for Youth
ACCES Employment offers programs for ages 15-29 that help youth to get started with their careers. They recognize the importance of customizing their approach to address the unique challenges that youth face when deciding on a career path, learning about workplaces and finding the right job opportunities. Their programs support youth to find their way in the current job market and launch a meaningful career.
Each program includes a focus on supporting youth through various barriers that they may face including connecting them to other supports available in the community.
Hamilton Public Library
Looking at a career in Tech? HPL has a number of online tech courses that give an introduction to cyber security, Linux, Python and the Internet of Things.
Brainfuse JobNow Live, anytime, anywhere job assistance, including up-to-date nation-wide and local job search engines, professional resume critique and proven interview techniques. Experience personalized career center seamlessly integrated with advanced virtual technology to help job seekers of diverse backgrounds and needs.
Path Employment Services
PATH is a non-profit agency that has been helping people with any kind of disability get and keep jobs since 1972. Disability is often a misleading and misunderstood term and they encourage you to appreciate that their focus is on the skills, talents, qualifications and, truly, the abilities of the individuals they work with.
Ontario Equine Education & Employment Program
Whether you have a horse-related background or are a complete newbie, the Ontario Equine Education & Employment Program can help you get training and find employment.
JobTalks
At JobTalks, hear directly from Canadians working in the skilled trades about what they do, why you should consider their job and how to get there. More videos can be found on its YouTube channel including many related to the construction industry.
Writing a Resumé
The idea of writing a resume can be intimidating, especially if you have little experience. But don’t worry, these tips by The Balance Careers will help you get started.
- Highlight your education.
- Emphasize related experiences.
- Mention achievements.
- Showcase skills.
