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TABLE OF CONTENTS Recognizing Canada’s leaders

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THE COMPETITION

The best of the best for young people The competition and the selection process

You’re fresh out of high school, college, or university. You’re pounding the pavement, looking for a big break, a great opportunity, the career you’ve always dreamed of. You want a dynamic work environment, challenging tasks, and a focus on young, eager employees like you, to ensure career growth and professional encouragement. The winners of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People have proven they’re focused on young people, with a multitude of programs and initiatives for hiring and motivating the younger generation of professionals.

“The job market today is very competitive, especially for young people,” says Kristina Leung, senior editor of the Canada’s Top

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100 Employers project. “To recruit top talent, forward-thinking employers need to reach out to students and new grads and help them transition from school to the workplace.”

“New grads are interested in opportunities for career development and advancement, especially workplaces where they can develop skills and gain meaningful work experience, says Leung. “The employers selected for this year’s list understand that, and are committed to creating a work environment in which young people can thrive.”

Now entering its 13th year, “Canada’s Top Employers for Young People” is an edito-

rial project that recognizes the country’s leaders in attracting and retaining younger workers. The competition reviews a variety of initiatives, including the availability of co-op and work-study programs, opportunities for mentoring, and training programs that develop workplace skills in young Canadians starting their first careers.

“Employers are evaluated on programs and benefits that are of specific interest to young people, such as tuition assistance, financial support for professional accreditation, and career management services,” says Leung.

“We received a record number of applications this year, and reviewed a wide range of initiatives. Most of these programs don’t

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cost a lot of money, but they provide young people with a place at the table and build the organization. Accessibility and transparency are crucial in creating a company culture that supports young people and encourages them to excel.”

The development of the competition itself reflects the growing interest in the area by the nation’s most progressive employers.

Prior to 2007, the competition was published annually as an appendix to the Canada’s Top 100 Employers paperback. Over the years, the Top 100 editors collected increasingly detailed information on a wide range of in-house training programs and targeted initiatives for younger workers.

Much of this research can be seen in the detailed “Reasons for Selection” that the editors publish, explaining why each of this year’s winning employers was selected.

“One of the key trends in this year’s competition is that almost all progressive employers now offer some level of targeted recruitment programs for younger workers,” says Leung.

“This year’s winners have each demonstrated a commitment to nurturing young talent and helping them develop to their highest potential through programs like leadership training and job-rotation. They’ve also made an effort to be accessible to young people, whether through social media, career fairs, or on-campus recruitment.”

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Noteworthy initiatives at this year’s winners include social or networking events for younger workers, to help them integrate and develop friendships at work, as well as in-house competitions that challenge young employees to become more innovative and think “outside the box”. These types of programs encourage employees to tap into their creative side and showcase their problem-solving skills – and sometimes even reward them for great ideas.

At the end of the day, this year’s Canada’s Top Employers for Young People winners realize that investing in younger employees is really an investment into the organization’s future.

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THIS YEAR’S WINNERS

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HERE ARE 2014’s Top Employers for Young People.

Accenture Inc. | ON

Agrium Inc. I AB

Accenture Inc. is a leading international management consulting, technology services and outsourcing firm.

Agrium Inc. is a North and South American retail supplier and wholesale producer of agricultural products and specialty fertilizers.

Manages a summer consulting internship program, which provides students with an opportunity to work on one or two different projects from June to August. Interns attend a student leadership conference in the United States and participate in a thought leadership project, which is presented to senior leaders at the end of the term.

Created a two-year rotational program for graduates of finance, economics, accounting, and commerce. The program includes approximately three rotations that last between six to eight months in various areas such as treasury and corporate reporting, and participants are mentored by a senior director or vice-president.

Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. | AB Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is a producer of kraft pulp used in the manufacturing of a variety of paper products.

Manages paid and unpaid co-op programs in partnership with Portage College, the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, and the University of Alberta. The company provides work terms ranging from three weeks to eight months for power engineering students as well as opportunities to work as an administrative assistant, lab technician, or accountant.

AltaGas Ltd. | AB AltaGas Ltd. is a diversified energy company that is active in natural gas gathering, processing and transmission, and in marketing wholesale electricity.

The company’s two-year New Graduate Development Program offers full-time positions to graduates and includes rotations through various areas of the company. Participants are also assigned a senior-level executive mentor that works outside of his or her regular team.

Arcurve Inc. | AB

ATB Financial | AB

Founded in 2006, Arcurve Inc. is a software development and services company.

ATB Financial is a Crown corporation and financial institution that provides personal, business, and agri-industry financial services, and a network of Automated Banking Machines (ABMs) across Alberta.

In partnership with local post-secondary institutions, offers paid internship opportunities and requires students to complete an “intern challenge” before proceeding to the interview stage. (This year’s challenge requires applicants to solve a coding problem!) Also hosts technical roundtables twice a year and invites employees, local experts, and clients to discuss emerging technologies and network with industry personnel.

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Offers a number of trainee programs for recent graduates of business management, hospitality, and agriculture, for roles such as customer service manager, business and agriculture advisor, and personal banking specialist. Trainee programs provide on-the-job training, mentoring, and classroom instruction.

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Bayer Canada | ON

BC Hydro | BC

Bayer Canada, a subsidiary of Bayer AG, is a research-based company with core businesses in the areas of healthcare, crop, and material science.

BC Hydro is a provincial crown corporation and electric utility that serves the province of British Columbia.

Head office employees may take advantage of a variety of unique onsite amenities including a fitness facility (with free membership and yoga classes), outdoor multi-purpose court that can be configured for basketball, tennis, and volleyball, golf putting green, and employee lounge (with fireplace, foosball, dartboard, pool table, and Nintendo Wii).

Created a Graduate Technologist-in-Training Program to provide structured career development and on-the-job training to employees.

The program is between two and four years in length and includes classroom training, presentations, technical courses and seminars, and work placements at various offices.

Bell Aliant Inc. | NS Bell Aliant Inc. is one of North America’s largest regional communications companies, providing information, communication and technology services including voice, data, Internet, video and value-added business solutions to customers in six provinces.

In partnership with the Nova Scotia Community College and the Unama’Ki Economic Benefits Office, created a 21-week fibre-optic training program for Aboriginal students. The company also offers mentoring to all employees and is a designated Charted Accountant Training Office.

Bennett Jones LLP is a Canadian law firm that specializes in mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance and banking, bankruptcy and restructuring, commercial litigation, intellectual property, tax, competition and trade law, and public policy.

Manages an in-house mentoring program to help students transition to junior associates, and offers mentoring to legal assistants, legal summer students, and articling students. Works with various post-secondary institutions to hire Legal Assistant practicum students each year.

Big Viking Games Inc. | ON

Bruce Power LP | ON

Big Viking Games Inc. specializes in social and mobile game development.

Bruce Power LP is a private nuclear generating company in Ontario.

Provides opportunities for internal and external mentoring, including reverse mentoring for younger employees; currently, 40 per cent of Big Viking’s employees participate in a mentoring relationship. Encourages ongoing employee development with subsidies for professional accreditation, career planning assistance, and a variety of in-house and online training options.

Offers a development student program to provide training and work experience to full-time college and university students in disciplines such as information technology, engineering, operations, finance, and human resources. Also provides 12 to 16-month internship opportunities for students as well as a summer student program to provide work placements in the organization’s clerical and civil maintenance divisions.

Cactus Restaurants Ltd. | BC Cactus Restaurants Ltd. operates casual dining restaurants with 17 locations in British Columbia and 3 restaurants in Alberta.

Manages a mentorship program, through which participating head office staff and managers are paired with a senior manager or executive outside of their department for a six-month period to expose them to all areas of the business.

Canada Revenue Agency / CRA | ON CRA is a federal government agency that is responsible for revenue generation, tax administration, international trade, and border services.

Established an Aboriginal Student Employment Program to introduce high school and post-secondary students to the organization’s major business lines: revenue generation, income redistribution, and trade administration.

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Bennett Jones LLP | AB

Cameco Corporation | SK Cameco Corporation is one of the world’s largest uranium producers and suppliers of conversion services.

In 2011, the company launched a chapter of North American Young Generation in Nuclear, a group for young professionals in nuclear science and technology dedicated to providing development opportunities for younger employees. The Cameco chapter has hosted lunch and learn events, professional development workshops, and networking events.

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited | ON Founded in 1922, Canadian Tire Corporation Limited operates over 1,200 retail stores and gasoline outlets across Canada.

Employs over 150 students each year through a variety of co-op and internship opportunities in a variety of areas including marketing, finance, human resources, information technology, and merchandising.

Students also volunteer on the Student Social Committee, and plan social and recreational activities for the organization’s co-op and summer students.

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Cargill Limited | MB Cargill Limited is an international producer and marketer of food and agricultural products.

Manages a summer student contest, through which participants create a short presentation, as a group or individually, on “A Day in the Life of a Cargill Summer Student.” Creators of winning presentations receive a monetary reward and their presentations are shown during campus recruiting events.

CIBC | ON CIBC / Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce is a leading financial institution that provides a range of financial products and services through its extensive branch and electronic banking networks.

Created Graduates Matter Rotation Program for students in their final year of study for a Masters of Business Administration or related program. The initiative includes four six-month rotations through various areas such as retail and business banking, wealth management, finance, and risk management.

Coca-Cola Canada | ON

Connect Hearing | BC

Coca-Cola Canada, a subsidiary of the Atlanta based Coca-Cola Company, is one of Canada’s largest beverage companies, marketing a wide variety carbonated and non-carbonated brands.

Formerly known as Island Hearing, Connect Hearing is an independent network of certified audiologists and hearing instrument specialists that work in over 90 clinics across Canada.

Participants of the company’s 12-week summer internship program work within the sales or product supply division and have the opportunity to travel to Coca-Cola’s global headquarters in Atlanta to meet other interns. Students hired as leadership associates participate in the company’s early leadership development program.

Established paid internship positions for Hearing Instrument Practitioner students from George Brown College, Grant MacEwan University, and Conestoga College. Also offers unpaid practicum placements to audiology students from University of British Columbia, Western, University of Ottawa, and Dalhousie.

ConocoPhillips Canada | AB

Corus Entertainment Inc. | ON

ConocoPhillips Canada is one of the country’s largest oil and natural gas production and exploration companies.

Corus Entertainment Inc. is a media and entertainment company that owns television services, 37 radio stations, and Nelvana, a producer and distributor of children’s and animated programming.

Is currently developing “Accelerate,” a comprehensive five-year program to support the development of engineering and geoscience new grads with 0 to 5 years of experience. The global program will be used by all business units and technical functions, and includes two to three work assignments.

DeltaWare Systems Inc. | PE DeltaWare Systems Inc., a subsidiary of Maximus Inc., is a provider of information technology consulting and software development services, specializing in e-health and e-business applications.

Offers mentoring to new employees as well as a Professional Development Allowance, in addition to tuition subsidies, to assist employees who are interested in further developing their skills. Also manages a development seminar program, which includes technical and non-technical courses and regular “lunch and learn” sessions to keep employees informed about the progress of other projects.

Desjardins Group / Mouvement des caisses Desjardins | QC Desjardins Group / Mouvement des caisses Desjardins is the largest cooperative financial group in Canada, serving over 5.6 million individual and business members and clients across Canada.

Manages a “Young Intern Officer” program for participants between the ages of 18 to 30, allowing them to work as a member of the Board of Directors or Board of Supervision of a Desjardins caisse for a oneyear period. Through the program, participants have the opportunity to work with elected officers as well as sit-in on meetings and discussions.

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In partnership with Marblemedia and Ryerson University, created the Innovative Storytellers Award, a $20,000 five-year educational initiative to recognize the academic achievements of a full-time graduate student enrolled in the Master of Arts in Media Production program.

Desire2Learn Incorporated | ON Founded in 1999, Desire2Learn Incorporated is a developer of elearning software for the education, government and corporate sectors.

Created the “Desire2Learn EDGE Challenge,” a competition for developers to create a software application that improves any aspect of the educational experience. Students have the opportunity to meet with executives twice per term to share their experiences as well as the projects they’ve worked on throughout the term.

Eaton Industries (Canada) Company | ON Eaton Industries (Canada) Company, a division of Ohio-based Eaton Corporation, manufactures and markets electrical control products and power distribution equipment.

Manages a rotational leadership development program and hires new grads into full-time roles in various departments including operations, technical sales, supply chain, and finance. The program is one to three years in length and includes mentoring with a peer and senior leader, quarterly meetings, and participation in an annual leadership conference, with seminars, dinners, and networking events.

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Ecclesiastical Insurance Office PLC | ON

EF Educational Tours | ON

Originally founded in the United Kingdom in 1887, Ecclesiastical Insurance Office PLC is a specialized faith and related non-profit insurance company.

EF Educational Tours is a tour operator that specializes in educational group travel for students.

The company manages a Business Intern Program, a three-year rotational program for recent university graduates interested in pursuing the Chartered Insurance Professional designation. The program includes rotational assignments in multiple business areas, including underwriting, corporate services, risk control and claims, and many more.

Created a global finance program, an 18-month internship that includes three six-month placements at various EF offices in different finance roles. Is currently piloting an office exchange program for sales staff: twice a year, employees can participate in a three-day office exchange to Montreal or Boston to network and learn about the location’s operations.

ENMAX Corporation | AB

EPCOR Utilities Inc. | AB

ENMAX Corporation is an electrical and natural gas distribution and transmission company.

EPCOR Utilities Inc. is a utility provider that builds, owns, and operates electrical transmission and distribution networks, water and wastewater treatment facilities, and infrastructure in Canada and the United States.

Manages a rotational Engineer-in-Training program for recent electrical engineer graduates. The 10-month program provides participants options to rotate through different areas of the company, with each rotation lasting up to nine weeks. The company also offers a number of apprenticeship programs for power linesmen, power system electricians, and boom truck operators.

Ernst & Young LLP | ON Ernst & Young LLP is a professional services firm that provides audit, advisory, tax, corporate finance, and management consulting services to organizations across the country.

Recently partnered with The Next 36 initiative, a program to foster the development of future entrepreneurs by bringing together high potential undergraduate students, post-secondary institutions, and businesses across the country. The firm provides financial support for the program as well as opportunities for mentorship and networking for participating students.

Fednav Limited | QC Fednav Limited provides marine shipping and transportation services for clients worldwide.

Created a 14-week summer student program, which includes weeklong orientation, “Welcome Cocktail Hour” for students and managers, presentations from various departments and from former students, one-week visit to a ship terminal to gain hands-on experience, and an end-of-term group project presentation to senior executives.

Flatiron Construction Corp. | BC

Fluor Canada Ltd. | AB

Flatiron Construction Corp. is a heavy construction builder of bridges, highways, and other heavy structures.

Fluor Canada Ltd. is a provider of engineering, procurement, construction management, and maintenance services.

In 2011, Flatiron held its first annual Intern Film Festival and invited interns to create five-minute videos with the theme “A day in the life of a Flatiron Intern.” Top entries were showcased on the company’s YouTube channel. The company is also active on campus, with employees regularly participating in career fairs, mentoring competition teams, serving as alumni contacts, and hosting information sessions.

Created a structured piping design accelerated development program to help new grad designers achieve “Designer 1” status within the first three years of employment, and manages a similar program for the project controls division. Maintains the “Graduates Advancing to Professionalism” group for employees who have recently completed post-secondary studies.

Global Relay Communications Inc. | BC

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital | ON

Global Relay Communications Inc. is a provider of email archiving, continuity, and security services.

Created a Global Fast Track Program, a six-year program for high potential junior sales, information technology, and support employees.

Participants are employed for two years in the Vancouver office and are exposed to the company’s sales, support, provisioning, and software development departments. Once the two years are complete, participants have the opportunity to work at a major US location, and spend an additional two years at a regional office in the United Kingdom or Asia.

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Created a Management and Professional Development Program, a three-year rotational program for Commerce and Business Administration graduates that focuses on the development of technical skills in accounting, human resources, finance, and supply chain management.

The Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is a 75-bed pediatric rehabilitation teaching hospital that provides services and treatment for children and young adults with physical disabilities.

Created an 11-week paid summer medical student scholarship program to provide medical students with an opportunity to develop their paediatric knowledge. The program consists of overnight or weekend in-house call with physician assistance, teaching components, and ward or clinic rotations.

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Hydro Ottawa Limited | ON Hydro Ottawa Limited is a regulated electricity distribution company that operates in the City of Ottawa and the Village of Casselman.

IKEA Canada Limited Partnership | ON IKEA Canada Limited Partnership is a home furnishings retailer that operates 12 stores across the country.

Recently piloted “The Student Apprentice,” a half-day program to offer students with an opportunity to present “value-added” ideas to the organization. The program provides a forum for students to interact with executives, including the organization’s President and CEO. Partners with Algonquin College to provide training to students enrolled in the two-year powerline technician diploma program.

The company offers employees opportunities to work and travel abroad through its Backpacker Program: participants work alongside a designated leader in two different countries for a period of six months each and gain a broader view on the company’s business process and leadership. Partners with local post-secondary institutions to provide internships for students in a variety of disciplines including human resources, finance, and interior design.

Infusion Development Corp. | ON

Jazz Aviation LP | NS

Founded in 1998, Infusion Development Corp. is a provider of software development services and customized developer training.

Jazz Aviation LP is a regional airline serving over 80 destination across Canada and in the United States.

Offers unique training opportunities: “Learning by the Lake” training session, recently hosted for its fifth year at cottages along Jack Lake, Ontario; “Sleepless,” a weekend competition that requires participants to build a project in a team setting using the latest technology; and “Hack Night,” an open-format event through which attendees can experiment with different technologies.

Created “Jazz Award Week,” inviting a select number of aviation and pilot graduates to spend a week with the company. During the week, students participate in simulator rides, interviews, and have an opportunity to meet with the management team as well as the vice-president of flight operations. Some participants are hired into permanent roles and receive specialized training and mentoring from experienced pilots.

JOEY Restaurant Group | BC JOEY Restaurant Group operates a chain of casual dining restaurants in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, and Seattle.

Created a JOEY Campus employee website, complete with company information, video training clips of dish and beverage preparation, and a “Point of Sales” video game to help relieve the anxiety of new hires.

Manages a JOEY Apprentice Program, a three-year training program for culinary apprentices to support their pursuit of the Red Seal designation.

Knight Piésold Ltd. | BC Knight Piésold Ltd., a part of the Knight Piésold Consulting Group, is an environmental and engineering consulting company that provides mining, environmental, water resource, road, and construction services.

Kinaxis Inc. | ON Kinaxis Inc. develops supply chain management software for a variety of commercial customers in the aerospace and defense, automotive, consumer product, electronics, high technology, and industrial sectors.

Manages a mentoring program for recent graduates who are interested in pursuing the P.Eng designation and pairs them with tenured employees. Employees and mentors meet on a monthly basis; development employees host demo days to present newly developed features to other employees.

KPMG LLP | ON KPMG LLP is a leading accounting and professional services firm, providing auditing, tax, and financial advisory services to businesses across Canada.

Organizes regular lunch time training sessions as well as global training forums on topics such as environmental, water, tailings management and renewable energy. Employees in these fields are invited to attend the multi-day events, which are hosted at the firm’s various global offices.

Manages a summer intern rotational program to provide work experience across audit, tax, and advisory enterprise groups. Also organizes summer intern challenges, which offers students an opportunity to participate in a case challenge and present solutions to actual problems posed by the firm.

L’Oréal Canada Inc. | QC

Labatt Breweries of Canada | ON

L’Oréal Canada Inc., a subsidiary of Paris-based L’Oréal Group, is a manufacturer of cosmetics and personal care products.

Labatt Breweries of Canada, a subsidiary of Anheuser-Busch InBev, is the operator of six breweries in Canada.

Manages “Brandstorm,” a marketing competition that allows groups of students to present a case study analysis to L’Oréal judges. Regional winners are then invited to compete internationally at the organization’s head office in Paris. Hosts “Breakfasts with the President” which allow employees to interact directly with the company’s president.

Created a comprehensive 10-month Global Management Trainee Program for undergraduate students. The program begins with four weeks of induction, followed by training in field segments such as brewery and regional sales offices for five-month rotations and a fourmonth role as a project assistant.

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Loblaw Companies Limited | ON Founded in 1919, Loblaw Companies Limited is a retailer of food, as well as a provider of drugstore, general merchandise, and financial products and services.

Established a social committee for participants of the Grad program to organize weekly and monthly events; past events have included group hikes and paintball games, holiday celebration, and attending a Blue Jays game. Also maintains a Grad e-newsletter, which is distributed monthly and focuses on the achievements and stories of grads.

Macadamian Technologies Inc. | QC Founded in 1997, Macadamian Technologies Inc. is a provider of user experience design and software development services.

Employees who are recent graduates are paired with a development manager to help them identify their career goals. The company is also one of the founders of the Ottawa High School Technology program, which pairs employers with schools to help nurture student interest in science and technology.

LoyaltyOne, Inc., an Alliance Data company, is a provider of customer relationship marketing services and operates the popular “Air Miles” reward program in Canada.

The company recently organized a case study competition, which provided co-op students with an opportunity to work with senior managers as well as other employees. The competition required employees to create a solution for an issue currently faced by the organization, with final recommendations presented to the senior leadership team and executive council at the end of the term.

Manitoba, Government of | MB The Government of Manitoba provides public services to the province and employs over 14,000 people.

Created an 18-month management internship program for graduates with an interest in the public sector. The program includes rotational work assignments, training, coaching, and exposure to government policy, program operations, administration, and finance.

Manulife Financial Corporation | ON

Matrix Solutions Inc. | AB

Manulife Financial Corporation provides insurance and investment management services to clients worldwide.

Established in 1984, Matrix Solutions Inc. is an environmental management and engineering consulting company.

Recently launched the LEAD (Learn, Experience and Develop) summer internship program to provide employment opportunities in a broad range of disciplines including human resources, marketing, and legal, and recently piloted an internship in public policy.

Hosts MatrixSkills Training Days: employees from all offices are invited to attend the corporate event, which includes team building activities, integration across various teams, and facilitates a portion of the company’s annual training plan.

Metrolinx | ON Created in 2006, Metrolinx is a provincial government agency that plans and operates public transit networks in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area.

Participants of the Rob MacIsaac Innovation Fellowship program receive financial assistance to conduct research on a transportation-related issue over a four-month period with guidance from senior Metrolinx staff. Following their studies, students participate in an internship at the organization related to their research.

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LoyaltyOne Inc. | ON

Northwest Territories, Government of the | NT The Government of the Northwest Territories provides government services and programs to over 43,000 people living across Canada’s third largest political jurisdiction.

Offers a variety of summer student opportunities as well as one-year internships for recent graduates, and a separate Graduate Placement Program for recent nursing, social work, and education graduates.

Ontario Public Service / OPS | ON

Peel Regional Police | ON

OPS is a non-partisan body that manages and delivers government programs and services to the province of Ontario.

Peel Regional Police provides law enforcement and crime prevention services across the Region of Peel.

Established the OPS Learn and Work initiative, a co-operative education program for youth between the ages of 16 and 19. The 21-week program consists of two paid co-op terms at the organization or related agencies in a number of divisions including administrative and support services, education and training, justice and law enforcement, and science and engineering.

Recently launched a Cadet Mentoring Program to ensure cadets receive guidance and support from experienced personnel. Also participates in the Cadet Organization Police School (COPS) for youths between the ages of 12 and 19. Peel Regional Police acts as a program sponsor and organizes activities on a weekly basis to help young people develop life skills.

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Pelmorex Media Inc. | ON

Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. | SK

Pelmorex Media Inc. is the parent company that owns and operates the broadcasting licence for Travelers Network as well as The Weather Network and its French sister station, Météo Média, Canada’s English and French specialty weather channels.

Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. is a producer of nitrogen, phosphate, and potash fertilizers that are widely used in agricultural production.

The broadcaster partners with local schools to provide students with opportunities to tour their unique studio facilities, and offers a variety of scholarships for students with a related field of study, such as meteorology and radio and television arts.

Procter & Gamble Inc. | ON Procter & Gamble Inc. (P&G Inc.) is a leading manufacturer and marketer of a wide range of consumer products.

All new hires and interns participate in the company’s on-boarding program, which begins with a breakfast session with P&G’s President. Employees also have an opportunity to attend a week-long training event at the company’s headquarters in Ohio.

PwC / PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP | ON PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PWC) provides industry focused assurance, advisory and tax services in the areas of corporate accountability, risk management, structuring and mergers and acquisitions, and performance and process improvement.

PwC recently expanded its national student conference for students from target schools across Canada. The three-day conference provides opportunities to hear leaders and senior managers speak, as well as participate in team-building exercises.

Through its summer student program, PotashCorp hires approximately 50 students each year. The program includes new hire orientation, a tour of the mine site, a student event that is attended by senior management, and participation in other social events such as the company barbecue.

Provincial Health Services Authority / PHSA The Provincial Health Services Authority manages and evaluates healthcare services in the province of British Columbia, operating organizations that include the BC Cancer Agency, the BC Centre for Disease Control, and the BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre.

Created an Employed Student Nursing program to provide employment opportunities for students interested in pursuing a career in pediatrics, perinatal, or oncology nursing.

Radialpoint SafeCare Inc. | QC Radialpoint SafeCare Inc., develops software that enables broadband providers to deliver managed Internet services such as firewall, antivirus, anti-spyware, and parental control options to their subscribers.

Hosts quarterly hack-a-thons to encourage employees to take a few days off their regular work to “hack” something they’ve always wanted to create. Employees can work on a variety of new technologies as well as collaborate with each other.

RBC | ON

Rogers Communications Inc. | ON

RBC / Royal Bank of Canada is the country’s largest financial services group, serving over 15 million personal, business, public sector and institutional clients across Canada, the United States, and 49 other countries.

Rogers Communications Inc. is one of Canada’s largest integrated communications companies, with significant cable television, Internet, wireless and wireline telephone, radio, television and publishing businesses across the country.

Created the Next Great Innovator Challenge, a competition that poses a challenge question to teams of post-secondary students. Participants must submit a response to the challenge question—based on a specific business need—and finalists are flown to Toronto to present their ideas to a panel of RBC executives.

Roxul Inc. | ON Roxul Inc., a part of Rockwool International, manufactures and markets insulation products in North America.

The company manages an 18-month business trainee program for recent graduates, with six-month rotational assignments in customer service, marketing, and technical solutions. Manages in-house apprenticeship programs for electrical and mechanical millwrights, which includes paid time off to complete in-class training, and reimbursement of tuition costs.

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In partnership with the Government of Ontario, manages an Apprenticeship Training Program to help develop industry-standard skills and provide accreditation for roles such as customer service consultants, sales consultants, and technical support consultants.

SAP Canada Inc. | ON SAP Canada Inc. is the world’s largest inter-enterprise software company and the world’s third-largest independent software supplier.

High potential employees can participate in the SAP Social Sabbatical program, a unique, short-term assignment that provides employees with an opportunity to work within an international team of employees to solve business challenges for entrepreneurs/SME sector organizations in emerging markets.

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Saskatchewan Government Insurance / SGI | SK

SaskPower | SK

Saskatchewan Government Insurance / SGI is a provider of property and casualty insurance products and services.

Established in 1929, SaskPower is the principal supplier of electricity in Saskatchewan.

Participates in the Gradworks Intern Development Program for recent post-secondary graduates. The program is managed in partnership by the province’s crown corporations and offers 12-month internships in fields such as Corporate Consulting, Human Resources, Auto Fund, Actuarial Services, Information Systems, and Finance.

Hires a number of paid interns each year through the Gradworks Intern Development Program as well as a number of unpaid work placement opportunities to facilitate course requirements. Also hires interns through the University of Saskatchewn’s Engineering Professional Internship Program for a period of 12 to 16 months.

SaskTel | SK

Shell Canada Limited | AB

SaskTel is a provider of a complete range of communications services to residential and business customers.

Shell Canada Limited is an integrated petroleum company that develops and retails petroleum products.

Created the SaskTel YOUTHnetwork program, long- and short-term strategies to improve current employment issues and to encourage young people to pursue post-secondary education. The program has three strategic areas of focus: student awareness for elementary schools, high school, and post-secondary studies.

Created the Shell Graduate program, a multidisciplinary program that lasts between two to five years, depending on the discipline, and includes structured training, networking, coaching, and mentoring.

The program may be tailored to have a specific focus, such as technical, commercial, or global functions.

Sodexo Canada Ltd. | ON

StandardAero | MB

Sodexo Canada Ltd. provides outsourced food and facilities management services to clients across Canada.

Founded in 1911, StandardAero is a provider of gas turbine engine repair and overhaul services for the international aerospace industry.

The company supports the professional advancement of its employees, and offers work placements to interns, co-op students, and new managers through its “Rising Stars” program. Also provides summer internships for students in nutrition-related fields of study as part of its partnership with the non-profit organization, ONEXONE.

In partnership with Red River College and the Government of Manitoba, developed an in-house apprenticeship for Gas Turbine Repair and Overhaul Technicians, which is 31 weeks in duration. Students selected for the program attend the college for 12 weeks of in-class instruction, followed by on-the-job training at StandardAero.

Stantec | AB

Suncor Energy Inc. | AB

Stantec Consulting Ltd. provides consulting services in planning, engineering, architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, surveying, environmental sciences, and project economics for infrastructure and facilities projects.

Suncor Energy Inc. is an integrated Canadian energy company with oil and gas operations in Canada, the United States, Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Manages an Emerging Leaders program to develop, retain, and engage employees with leadership potential. The program includes mentoring, one-on-one coaching, guest speakers, and face-to-face interaction with senior management.

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre | ON Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is a leading teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto that operates through three primary hospital sites, including the Bayview Campus (the main site), the Holland Orthopaedic & Arthritic Centre, and the Women & Babies Program (at Women’s College Hospital).

Hosts an annual “Young People Career Fair” that teaches students about careers in a hospital environment, both within and outside medical fields.

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Created the Mentorship, Orientation, and Support for the Trades (MOST) program to support the professional development of apprentices. Maintains an Engineer-in-Training program that allows participants to gain experience across multiple areas of the organization as well as an established development path.

Surrey, City of | BC The City of Surrey provides local government services to a population of approximately 460,000 residents.

Created a Future Leaders Program to help young people between the ages of 14 and 21 develop the relevant skills and knowledge to become successful recreation leaders. Participants must complete a designated number of volunteer hours, coursework, and additional training, and shadow a current instructor.

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T4G Limited | ON T4G Limited is a provider of technology consulting services to the telecommunications, financial, tourism, retail, health care, and environmental management industries.

Created the Big Brain Throw Down in order to fuel creativity, collaboration, and innovation amongst employees. The Throw Down provides employees with an opportunity to present their ideas in front of the entire company, and is organized every six to eight weeks.

Toronto International Film Festival Inc. / TIFF | ON Toronto International Film Festival Inc. / TIFF is a non-profit organization devoted to celebrating excellence in film.

Maintains a formal mentoring program to help foster coaching relationships between employees; participants are paired with mentors outside of their regular line of business and meet multiple times over a six-month period.

UBC / University of British Columbia | BC The University of British Columbia (UBC) is one of Canada’s largest universities with over 1,800 faculty members.

Established a Postdoctoral Fellows Office which acts as a resource center to help postdocs, including a semi-annual orientation session and establishing a series of professional development workshops on topics including conflict communication, a panel discussion on the first five years in academia, alternate career paths, workshops on effective supervision of grad students, and grant writing.

Whistler Blackcomb | BC Whistler Blackcomb is one of Canada’s premier skiing and snowboarding destinations.

TELUS Corporation | BC TELUS Corporation is Canada’s second-largest telecommunications company, providing data, Internet, voice, and wireless communication services.

New grads who participate in the organization’s rotational programs may join the Leadership Development Network, a group to support new grads and help them network with each other as well as seniorlevel employees through unique initiatives such as lunch and learn events and an internal business case competition.

Trican Well Service Ltd. | AB Trican Well Service Ltd. is a pressure pumping company and supplier of specialized products, equipment, and technology for oil and gas producers.

Created a Technical Training Program for new technical graduates to provide training on the company’s major service lines. Employees spend three to four months rotating through the Fracturing, Cementing, Coiled Tubing, and Acidizing groups and also receive in-office and field training as well as mentoring.

Vision Critical Inc. | BC Vision Critical Inc. is a developer of web-based computerized research platforms for market research companies and their clients.

Created the “Excel Internship”, a year-long program for new university graduates seeking work experience. At the beginning of the term, interns are flown to Vancouver for three days of training and meetings with senior members, then enter three four-month rotations within research services, panel services, and other departments.

WorleyParsons Canada Services Ltd. | AB WorleyParsons Canada Services Ltd. is a provider of engineering, procurement, and construction management services.

Offers paid internship and co-op opportunities to students in a number of areas including Operations, Retail Rental, Interactive Marketing, Public Relations, Human Resources, and Guest Relations. As part of the program, interns are eligible to receive all the perks of a new employee, including a free ski pass for the full employment term.

Created a graduate development program to facilitate learning and success in a variety of disciplines including engineering and design, project management, construction management, procurement, project controls and quality, finance, and information technology. Also developing a graduate rotation program to provide new grads with an opportunity to explore different career options.

YMCA of Greater Toronto | ON

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YMCA of Greater Toronto is one of the largest and most active charitable organizations in Canada, serving over half a million residents in the Greater Toronto Area.

Works with a number of high schools, colleges, and universities to connect with young people through community events and job fairs. Also offers co-op placements in a number of disciplines including Health and Fitness, Child Care, Communications and Marketing, Human Resources, and Volunteer Development.

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ACCENTURE

KEY FACTS Year Established: 1989 Number of Employees: 289,000+ Industry: Consulting Locations: Offices in more than 56 countries Considering a career in consulting? Welcome to the big leagues: Accenture is a global consulting firm that provides high performance business strategies to clients, helping them improve operational performance, increase efficiency, and grow their businesses in new and existing markets. To continue being a leader in its field, Accenture is increasingly offering clients end-to-end business services that combine management consulting, technology and outsourcing capabilities.

Its worldwide services are well-known and respected. For more than a decade, Accenture has been named on Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies list and Fortune’s Global 500; from 2006 to 2014, BrandZ has named it Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands; most recently in 2014, it was recognized among Forbes’ America’s 14

We offer our employees a number of programs that help them build rewarding careers while respecting their needs for a balanced life involving family, friends, and community.”

- Nicholas Greschner, Canadian Director of Human Resources at Accenture

100 Most Trustworthy Companies.

Why Accenture is different Size, scope, and impact are what make Accenture stand out. Its clients are some of the most prominent companies in the world, including 91 of the Fortune Global 100 and more than 75 per cent of the Fortune Global 500.

“The sheer scale of capabilities and client engagements differentiates what we do from most other companies,” says Nicholas Greschner, Canadian director of human resources at Accenture.

“Many of our clients are global organizations, so we craft solutions and build systems that affect companies around the world—creating the infrastructure of business today.” Accenture’s approach includes constructing a more socially and

environmentally sustainable world. For example, through its Skills to Succeed corporate citizenship focus, Accenture is committed to equipping 700,000 people around the world with the skills to get a job or build a business, by 2015.

Why you’ll love this company An obvious benefit of working for a wellestablished global company is the nature of the work you take on. Working for a variety of clients means that employees enjoy a variety of opportunities to challenge themselves with interesting and impactful work.

As a recent grad, you’ll be particularly happy about the supportive work environment. Every employee is assigned a career counsellor to help guide them

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How did you land your job at this company?

I connected with a friend who works at Accenture in Calgary who told me great things about Accenture so I applied online through the company website.

What do you like most about your job?

I love the fact that I can work directly with clients while honing my technical skills at the same time, too.

along their career path. Accenture’s robust training and development curriculums, and mentoring and leadership training programs, help ensure that employees are able to develop professionally and grow their expertise. To put these programs in perspective, Accenture invested more than $850 million in employee training and professional development in 2013.

needs for a balanced life involving family, friends, and community,” says Greschner.

“Programs include flexible work schedules, fly-backs for travelling consultants, and the use of virtual collaboration tools such as TelePresence and desktop sharing to better connect and work with geographically dispersed teams.”

The perks

Accenture recruits at select universities across Canada. It typically recruits on campus in September for full-time positions and in January for summer internships. Check with your campus career centre for available positions and any upcoming events that Accenture may be hosting or attending. Recent and upcoming graduates can also search for and apply to entry-level positions online at careers.accenture.ca/jobs.

Employees at Accenture benefit from a Total Rewards package, which includes compensation and a range of other market-relevant benefits and professional growth opportunities that recognize individual contributions and performance.

“We also offer our employees a number of programs that help them build rewarding careers while respecting their

How to apply

WHAT ACCENTURE IS LOOKING FOR Client focus Communication skills

Be greater than.

Bring your talent and passion to a global organization at the forefront of business, technology and innovation.

Collaborate with diverse, talented colleagues and leaders who support your success. Help transform organizations and communities around the world. Sharpen your skills through industry-leading training and development, as you build an extraordinary career. Discover how great you can be.

Visit accenture.ca/campus

Flexibilty High performer Leadership Problem solving Team oriented

WHAT ACCENTURE HAS TO OFFER

CORPORATE CITIZENSHIP

CHALLENGING WORK

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BEST PEOPLE

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CONTINUOUS DEVELOPMENT

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ALTAGAS LTD.

KEY FACTS Year established: 1994 Number of employees: 1,600 across Canada and the US Industry: Energy Locations: Head Office – Calgary, AB Providing clean and affordable energy is no longer tomorrow’s challenge; it is a major focus, providing tremendous opportunities for university graduates.

Having recently celebrated its 20th anniversary, AltaGas is an energy infrastructure business with a focus on natural gas, power and regulated utilities. The company’s focus is to invest in and operate infrastructure to provide clean and affordable energy to our customers in North America.

Why AltaGas is different “AltaGas currently owns and operates facilities across Canada and the US, but our best is yet to come,” says Manager Corporate Human Resources Erinn 16

Join us on our incredible journey! In 20 years, we built a corporation from a startup with $37,000 in seed capital to $9 billion in growth value.

Our future is bright and you can be a part of it.

Together there is nothing we cannot accomplish.

- Kent Stout, Vice President Corporate Resources

Desjardins.” The demand for clean energy and the abundance of natural gas in North America provide significant opportunities to continue to grow our existing business and explore new opportunities, such as Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) exports. “ AltaGas currently has $9 billion in growth opportunities across their gas, power and utilities segments which could double the size of the company,” Erinn adds. “AltaGas is a very exciting place to work because of this growth potential.”

Why you’ll love ALTAGAS AltaGas has many opportunities for recent graduates coming from a variety of disciplines. AltaGas looks for new gradu-

ates endowed with a positive attitude and strong desire to learn, and who embrace change and challenge.

AltaGas offers competitive salaries, attractive benefits, and excellent learning and development opportunities. “But the reason why AltaGas is such a great place to work is our senior management who truly cares about the wellbeing of their employees, families, and the communities where they live,” Erinn notes. “We take time to celebrate our successes by holding celebratory employee events and family events. As our company grows and we meet significant project and financial milestones, we take tremendous pride in helping others succeed as well, including communities, social organizations, First

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Sara Bendall

University of Victoria, Bachelor of Commerce How did you land your job at this company?

I heard about AltaGas through a referral.

What do you like most about your job?

The diversity of experiences I have had at AltaGas and the number of different people I get to work with.

Nations partners and employees.”

AltaGas believes that the key to attracting and retaining top talent is to provide continuous opportunities to learn and grow staff careers. Promotion and transfer opportunities and financial support, work experience and community-support opportunities are offered to employees.

Recent university graduates will be interested in AltaGas’ new Graduate Program. Launched in 2007, the program facilitates career development for employees with limited industry experience, by providing hands-on experience over a two-year period in different areas of the business. Summer, Co-Op, and Practicum student positions at AltaGas enable students with varying skill sets to put their education into practice and gain valuable work experience. “This has been a win-win experience, with many students

coming back to AltaGas as regular employees,” Erinn says.

AltaGas’ learning and development programs assist employees in building their careers. The many volunteer opportunities, in which employees are encouraged to participate, help forge close employee-employer bonds, while helping to raise awareness and funds for charitable causes in fun and distinctive ways. Core programs help employees learn about and become engaged in the culture at AltaGas. Financial assistance for tuition is also available to employees who would like to augment their education, in order to move into other areas of the business or enhance their roles.

WHAT AltaGAS IS LOOKING FOR

IT’S AN EXCITING TIME TO GROW WITH US.

Team player

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How to apply Visit www.altagas.ca/careers to learn more about current opportunities and student programs.

Communication skills Work ethic Professionalism Proactive self starter Positive attitude Flexibility

WHAT ALTAGAS HAS TO OFFER

COMPETITIVE SALARIES

SAVINGS & PENSION

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ATTRACTIVE BENEFITS

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CANADIAN TIRE

KEY FACTS Year Established: 1922 Number of Employees: 85,000 Industry: Retail Locations: Across Canada

Canadian Tire is an iconic Canadian brand, known as one of the most-shopped retailers in the country, as well as being the nation’s largest sporting goods retailer.

With nearly 1,700 retail locations coast-tocoast, the company is committed to innovation and offering the products that customers need for everyday life in Canada.

In addition to Canadian Tire stores, the company operates Mark’s, FGL Sports, which includes Sport Chek, Sports Experts, Atmosphere, and Pro Hockey Life, a financial services division, and CT Real Estate Investment Trust.

Why Canadian Tire is different With commitment comes passion, and Ca-

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There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Canadian Tire. There’s energy, enthusiasm, and engagement, and our employees feel it on every floor.

The co-op students and new graduates we hire into the organization each year help to amplify this enthusiasm and energy.”

- Doug Nathanson, Chief Corporate Strategy & Human Resources Officer

nadian Tire prides itself on innovative ways to serve its customers across the country.

“People here all have the same goal and we’ve worked hard to define our purpose,” says vice-president of human resources, infrastructure, and operations Minal Kamath.

“Yes, we buy products, yes, we put the products on the shelves for customers, but we really look deep in terms of why we do that.”

Focusing on giving back to the communities it serves, Canadian Tire’s employees devoted 77,000 hours to volunteering last year alone.

Why you’ll love Canadian Tire Employees of Canadian Tire quickly become a part of the company’s culture with room to advance. Besides bringing in over

250 co-op and summer students each calendar year, and hiring many of them into full-time positions after they graduate, Canadian Tire has many success stories within the company. “A number of the people who are currently in VP positions started off as co-op students when they were going through university or when they started here as new grads,” says Kamath. “We encourage trying different roles so that everyone has a good appreciation of how the business works, so when they get into leadership roles, they are well prepared.” This kind of approach welcomes new employees and gives them an immediate role and purpose at Canadian Tire. “What I hear all of the time from students when they come in

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Jeff Delorey

University of Guelph, B.Comm, 2015 How did you land your job at this company?

I’d done three previous co-ops in marketing and this is now my second consecutive term in the ePMO office at Canadian Tire.

What do you like most about your job?

I’ve gained great insight around costing, enterprise risk, and forecasting, and I’m seeing huge, game-changing projects move their way from the Decide stages through to Design and Delivery.

is that it’s not just that they’re here to help out. They’re here to do meaningful work.”

The perks There are many benefits of working for Canadian Tire and they begin right away for students and graduates. The company’s co-op program is extensive and includes a speed-networking event with management and group activities where new employees can learn from each other. The company also takes employees on field trips to other parts of the company so they can appreciate the organization’s diversity. Last summer, a group of co-op students went on a trip to Canadian Tire’s new tech hub in Waterloo, Ontario, where they met with the chief technology officer. “The great thing is these students are very much a part

of the company’s culture,” says Kamath, “just like our regular full-time employees.”

Once employees come into full-time roles, they have access to Canadian Tire’s flexible health and benefits program, the company’s annual profit sharing award, and generous in-store discounts.

How to apply Interested students and grads can go to the Canadian Tire career website at campus. canadiantire.ca for information on opportunities within the company. In addition, Canadian Tire engages via campus recruiting throughout the country and sends their business leaders to recruitment sessions so students can see the type of leadership the company has and who they’ll potentially be working with.

WHAT CANADIAN TIRE IS LOOKING FOR Accountable Agile Innovative Collaborative Competitive Customer Oriented Community Oriented

WHAT CANADIAN TIRE HAS TO OFFER

PROFIT SHARING

CT SAVINGS

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CONOCOPHILLIPS

KEY FACTS Year Established: 1906 Number of Employees: 2,400 Industry: Oil & Gas Locations: Western Canada, Canadian Arctic, Atlantic

With a history dating back over 100 years, ConocoPhillips Canada is now one of the country’s biggest oil and natural gas production and exploration companies.

Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, ConocoPhillips Canada has a world-class portfolio, including assets in Western Canada, the Arctic, and the Atlantic, along with oil sands interests near Fort McMurray, Alberta. This is one company worth your consideration.

Why ConocoPhillips is different ConocoPhillips has a highly established culture of inclusiveness and support. It offers exceptional long-term career opportunities, and works with employees to help them reach their career goals. It has earned a spot on the Top Employers for Young People for the past two years.

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When I joined ConocoPhillips, I JOINED a company full of opportunity and challenge that was committed to its employees and the communities where it operated. It remains the ideal place to start, and grow, your career.”

- Ken Lueers, President, ConocoPhillips Canada.

“We have collaboratively built a culture that nurtures teamwork and fosters strong relationships,” explains Amanda Cleveland, HR Advisor, Campus Recruitment and Student Program Lead. “If a supportive work environment is important to you, you’re at the right place.”

Why you’ll love ConocoPhillips For new and young employees, there is a wealth of opportunities to learn and develop yourself.

University students often meet ConocoPhillips through its Work With Phil recruitment program, which highlights the company’s wide range of Early Career Development programs available in engineering, the geosciences and finance. It also focuses on ConocoPhillips’ competitive compensation package, personal development account, company-funded wellness programs and social committees, while

personifying the company as someone called “Phil.” The approach gives applicants the chance to see that the company is definitely a little different – and a lot of fun.

Once hired, ConocoPhillips’ Accelerate program supports new engineers and geoscientists during the first five years of their career with the company. Over the course of the program, employees complete two or three technical assignments, which are designed to provide broad exposure to many areas of the business. The next phase of the program gives the participant the chance to specialize, learn about another asset area, or maybe even relocate to another ConocoPhillips work location for two years.

In addition to growing your career, there are plenty of opportunities to give back to the community and do good work for our envi-

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University of Calgary, Mechanical Engineering, 2013 How did you land your job at this company?

I was an intern at ConocoPhillips from May 2011 to August 2012, followed by being hired full-time.

What do you like most about your job?

I’m an infrastructure engineer for a gas plant and associated field operations. My team works together to maintain the operation of the facilities, and there are a variety of challenges.

ronment. ConocoPhillips Canada cares about the communities where it operates, offering its employees many chances to volunteer for local organizations and charities. The company is committed to being a good neighbour, with sustainable development efforts focused on the environment, safety, and stakeholder relationships. It’s safe to say there’s plenty of opportunity to grow professionally and personally at ConocoPhillips.

The perks

company encourages a healthy work-life balance for staff at all levels of the organization.

“Work-life balance is definitely an important piece of our total package,” says Cleveland.

“Employees receive up to six weeks of vacation annually, based on years of service, with the ability to roll over a portion of unused time from year-to-year.”

Additionally, at some locations employees can enjoy onsite state-of-the-art fitness facilities, with expert- and employee-run fitness classes along with regular wellness education and events.

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WHAT CPC HAS TO OFFER

Professional growth

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FLUOR

KEY FACTS Year Established: 1949 Number of Employees: 2,500 Industry: Engineering, Procurement, Fabrication, and Construction Services Locations: Calgary, Vancouver, Edmonton, and Saint John

There are tremendous growth opportunities for engaged staff. Our work on complex projects and our dynamic workforce translates into the opportunity to work with and learn from the best talent in the industry.”

- Simon Nottingham, General Manager, Fluor Canada

Multi-award-winning Fluor offers career opportunities that help university and college graduates develop into top professionals. In Canada since 1949, Fluor has been providing engineering, procurement, and construction services across the country and globally. Fluor offers employment opportunities across many disciplines.

The Calgary office serves clients in the energy and chemicals, petrochemicals, and power industries, while the Vancouver office serves clients in the mining and metals sector. Fluor also includes project construction sites across Canada.

“We have six core engineering functions: process, piping, mechanical, electrical, control systems, and civil/structural/architectural,” says Karen Schmidt, director of talent development for Fluor Canada. “We have a large project engineering management and construction group. We also buy equipment and place contracts for services, and have finance, human resources, and information technology groups.”

On a global level, Fluor manages a variety of different projects and clients and boasts a large government group, as well as influential presences in petrochemimcal, mining, infrastructure, and chemical business lines. In Canada, their strong reputation has also grown in the pipelines sector and other key areas of oilsands development, such as SAGD and LNG.

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Why Fluor is different

“We also offer a vital construction compo-

nent and recently formed a modular fabrication partnership with the Supreme Group, resulting in joint ownership of a fabrication yard just outside Edmonton,” Karen notes. Involved in so many levels of industry, Fluor’s impressive growth means they can offer new graduates a broad experience that includes the design and construction side.

“In the Canadian market, we are unique in that we offer engineering, procurement fabrication, and construction services,” she adds. “Our robust Canadian presence with many world-class technical experts provides clients and employees with a depth of knowledge and support that is second to none.”

Why you’ll love this company Fluor is 100 per cent committed to employee development. Their team of senior leaders

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Luke Prudence

University of Calgary, BSc. Mechanical Engineering, 2011 How did you land your job at Fluor?

Working on big and challenging projects appealed to me. In the interview, I was further impressed with Fluor’s culture of engagement and empowerment.

What do you like most about your job?

Working as part of a diverse and passionate team, not only for our clients but also in organizing various charitable initiatives sponsored by Fluor Cares.

is actively involved in identifying and developing high-potential employees. The company has their own university and advanced online campus environment led by both in-house subject-matter experts and worldrenowned institutions, such as Harvard.

ployees and clients alike with real-time advice and solutions on the most challenging technical issues. Recognized for their progressive learning culture, Fluor’s inspiring development and training programs are available to all employees at every stage of their career.

Fluor actively recruits new university and technical college graduates. “In each of the last three years, we targeted 100 new graduates, and we don’t see that changing in the near future,” Karen says. “We hire the best person for the job regardless of gender; however, we do have a keen interest in growing our female leaders. Construction is a major focus for career development. We encourage employees to take construction assignments as part of their entry and intermediate career cycles, and we’re always looking for strong candidates to take on those roles.”

While academic performance is important, Fluor also seeks a candidate’s demonstration of leadership skills outside of the classroom and engagement in the community. If hired, candidates enjoy competitive salaries and a total rewards benefit program.

Fluor offers a globally recognized knowledge sharing system and culture that provides em-

We Build Rewarding Careers Whether it’s a challenging EPFC project, a rewarding career or stronger communities, Fluor employees have the drive to build and make it a reality.

Build with Fluor today. www.fluor.com

How to apply Fluor’s active recruitment and cooperative programs can be found at higher-learning campuses and job fairs across Canada, including technical colleges for Fluor’s design groups.

For more information, check out fluor.com.

WHAT FLUOR IS LOOKING FOR Engagement Aspiration Ability Integrity Teamwork Accountability Innovation

WHAT FLUOR HAS TO OFFER

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LABATT

KEY FACTS Year Established: 1847 Number of Employees: 3,000 Industry: Food and Beverage Locations: Across Canada

Formed even before Canadian Confederation and steeped in tradition, Labatt Breweries of Canada is known for 167 years of brewing excellence and its commitment to the communities in which it operates. Proud to be a member of AnheuserBusch InBev, the world’s leading brewer with over 200 quality brands, Labatt has a portfolio of over 60 beers, brewed in six breweries across Canada. Through innovation and constantly enhancing the consumer experience, Labatt has evolved from a small brewery in London, Ontario to an internationally heralded brewer.

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Labatt offers opportunities across multiple functions and geographies that few companies can match. We help employees map the development path to their dream job, and we reward the high-achievers every step of the way.”

- Carlos Lisboa, President, Labatt Breweries of Canada

company an exciting place to be; its work environment is that of a “high performance culture,” according to Labatt’s vicepresident of people, Agostino De Gasperis.

Why Labatt is different

“We’re very passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our consumers,” he says. “The energy is high and the pride in our company, our heritage, and our brands is as strong as it’s ever been.”

“We share this common dream of being the best beer company that brings people together for a better world,” he says. “That dream galvanizes everybody and keeps us energized.”

Labatt believes in giving its employees the opportunity to gain insight into different aspects of its business very quickly, explains De Gasperis. “People aren’t assigned a role and left to figure it out; they’re immediately given a chance to learn and see how the operation works firsthand.”

At Labatt, the concept of merit is strong and you get what you earn, whether it’s compensation or development and career opportunities. “This provides a great chance for people to grow and develop at their own pace, and we see some young people progressing through our organiza-

The company’s goal of brewing excellence and the drive necessary to achieve it is what sets Labatt apart from other employers.

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OUR PEOPLE CARRY THE LEGACY & SPIRIT OF LABATT

McGill University, Bachelor of Commerce, 2014 How did you land your job at this company?

Determination. I researched roles and spoke with a lot of people at Labatt and its suppliers until I found the perfect fit in sales.

What do you like most about your job?

I enjoy our team. It’s exciting to be immediately making a contribution, brainstorming with the team at meetings, and work with all levels of management.

tion very, very quickly and really benefiting from that.”

ment opportunities via in-house talent programs, both local and global, in all areas of the business -- from sales to operations.

The perks

“I can’t think of a better place for someone to get started early in their career and really benefit,” says De Gasperis. “Our employee development stacks up well against any company in Canada, and beyond.”

Besides the obvious perk of working for a company that makes great-tasting beer, employees at Labatt have the chance to make an impact almost immediately.

“We don’t look at tenure as a prerequisite for someone to have a voice,” says De Gasperis. “We’re looking for great ideas and initiatives and they could come from anyone.”

With regular exposure to senior management, which helps new employees develop their critical thinking and business leadership skills, Labatt has many advantages for those who are new to the company. This includes on-the-job training and develop-

Brewing craftsmanship.

Unsurpassed quality.

Community involvement.

Canadian heritage.

LABATT IS PROUD TO BE A TOP 100 EMPLOYER.

How to apply The best and easiest way for students and recent graduates to apply for jobs at Labatt is through their career website at labattjobs.com, which is active 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Labatt also has a strong presence on Canadian campuses throughout the year, hiring for internships, summer programs, co-op positions, professional experience programs, and full-time employment.

WHAT LABATT IS LOOKING FOR Integrity Commitment Results-oriented Driven Energetic Hard-working Innovative

WHAT LABATT HAS TO OFFER

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

ACTIVE MENTORING

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LOBLAW companies limited

KEY FACTS Year Established: 1919 Number of Colleagues: 192,000 Industry: Retail Locations: Across Canada Loblaw Companies Limited is Canada’s food and pharmacy leader, and the nation’s largest retailer. Loblaw provides Canadians with grocery, pharmacy, health and beauty, apparel, general merchandise, banking, and wireless mobile products and services. With more than 2,300 corporate, franchised and Associate-owned locations, Loblaw is one of Canada’s largest private sector employers. Recognized as a top employer for young people for four years in a row, Loblaw actively recruits students and recent graduates to join its diverse team.

Why Loblaw is different Loblaw is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing new talent. In 2013, Loblaw hired over 200 new grads through direct hire opportunities, pharmacy recruitment, and the grad@loblaw program. The grad@loblaw program is a 15-month rotational train-

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Loblaw strives to be a great place to work. We know that hiring new, young and diverse talent helps to make that a reality. Investing in new graduate development helps drive our organizational performance by bringing in different and fresh perspectives. It allows Loblaw to develop future leaders, as well as provide mentoring opportunities for current leadership.”

- Mary-Alice Vuicic, Executive VP, Human Resources and Labour Relations

ing circuit that exposes participants to different areas of business, allows them to network with different individuals, and guarantees them a final role upon successful completion of the program.

Besides the grad@loblaw program, direct hire jobs are earmarked for students during the spring and summer months. Regardless of how grads are hired, full-time hires qualify for a number of benefits and perks.

Colleagues at Loblaw have access to benefits, discounted gym memberships, a 10 per cent colleague discount, and discounts from outside vendors such as Apple, local restaurants, and car rentals.

Loblaw is committed to learning, offering their colleagues the opportunity to take hundreds of online and in-class courses for general or job-specific skills.

Besides encouraging their colleagues to devel-

op new skills, Loblaw encourages giving back to the community. Any colleague who is a volunteer at an accredited charity in their spare time can also apply for a $500 grant towards that charity. Colleagues can also get involved in working committees and community outreach at their various work locations.

Loblaw values diversity and is committed to being a more welcoming and inclusive place to work and shop. They have a Women’s Network, open to men and women, that offers opportunities for learning, networking, and access to senior leader insights. At the head office and at many other locations, reflection rooms are available for prayer and meditation. Their active Diversity Champion program allows colleagues from different areas across the business to collectively work on grassroots, yet strategic, business projects that support the company’s commitment to being a diverse and inclusive organization.

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AMY HUANG

Sauder School of Business at UBC, 2009 How did you land your job at this company?

I was seeking a change in life when I came across grad@loblaw on Google. It was the perfect opportunity for me and provided me the change I was looking for.

What do you like most about your job?

I love working with amazing people, products, and systems. It also makes me feel good when I see a happy customer in the store because I know that happened because of our hard work!

Why you’ll love Loblaw “There are a lot of great reasons why people love working for Loblaw. For starters, Loblaw is a leader and innovator in the Canadian retail market from our popular President’s Choice ® and no name ® brands to the commitment the company has brought to the community and environment through its corporate social responsibility initiatives,” said Asma Moten, one of Loblaw’s managers of talent focused on recruitment and development for the grad@loblaw program. “Loblaw offers colleagues many opportunities to develop their careers and make a positive difference for our customers through its purpose of ‘helping Canadians live life well.”

How to apply Loblaw is always looking to hire students anytime throughout the year, and there are usually a number of new grad and entry-level opportunities reserved for students after graduation.

Students and grads looking to find out more about the grad@loblaw program can speak to their career centre or check out loblawgrad.ca where they will find lots of information and testimonials from past grads. Candidates can also connect directly with the Grad Team on Facebook or LinkedIn for any specific questions they may have.

In addition, Loblaw actively engages in pharmacy grad recruitment, internships, and placement within their various stores. In the past, they have also been a certified chartered accountant (CA) training organization and are planning to create more finance and accounting internship and co-op opportunities in the near future.

“There’s really an opportunity to learn, grow, and be in contact with a diverse customer base,” explained Moten. “Plus the advantage to take courses for supplemental learning to stay on top of the field. It’s really a fantastic place to start your career.”

WHAT Loblaw IS LOOKING FOR Customer-focused Respectful Self-improvement Environmentally aware Adaptability Problem solving Initiative

WHAT LOBLAW HAS TO OFFER

Learning and Growth

Discounts and Perks

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Tuition ASSISTANCE

Volunteer Grant Program

Workplace Diversity

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www.Shell.ca

SHELL CANADA

KEY FACTS Year Established: 1911 Number of Employees: 9,000 Industry: Oil and Natural Gas Headquarters: Calgary, Alberta

Why Shell is Different At Shell, we believe our employees and dynamic culture set us apart. We seek and attract remarkable people from around the globe and foster a diverse, inclusive and collaborative environment that allows all employees to reach their full potential. Our values of honesty, integrity and respect for people are part of everything we do.

Shell is very proud to have been recently recognized by Fortune as one of the top 10 most innovative companies globally. We constantly seek innovation and apply technological advancements in our quest to meet growing

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Shell has a supportive culture where leaders will stretch you, support you, and challenge you on projects and assignments. There are exciting opportunities to work with diverse people from all over the world.

- Tanya Hooper, Vice President, HR, Heavy Oil

demand for cleaner energy in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. In 2013, Shell spent $1.3 billion on research and development (R&D), more than any other international oil and gas company and has continuously shown technological leadership with over 15,000 granted patents and pending patent applications in force.

In addition, Shell has a variety of employee networks including the New Professionals Network - a resource for information and communication exchange as well as personal and interactive support for new professionals in Shell Canada.

Why Work for Shell “Shell is an internationally recognized brand and industry leader that rewards performance and provides excellent professional development opportunities, while also promoting community involvement and volunteerism. Employees can make an impact both professionally and personally at Shell,” explains Tim Grant, Vice President of Human Resources, Shell Canada.

The Shell Graduate Program is a development framework that helps make the most of each individual’s potential; both personally and professionally. It includes professional

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Teresa Storch

University of Alberta, 2009 How did you land your job at this company?

I applied on the www.shell.ca/careers website and followed the Shell Graduate Recruitment process. After successfully completing the recruitment assessment, I was offered a job.

What is your current role?

I am an EIT, Maintenance Engineer with the Reliability Department. I support Operations and Maintenance in dealing with short-term and day-to-day issues.

training and development, challenging job assignments, and leadership support. With operations around the globe, Shell offers exciting opportunities to learn and leverage different experiences and expertise.

Tim continues, “You can take charge of your career direction through your individual development plan as well as Shell’s Open Resourcing system, where you can apply for opportunities for progressive assignments within business units or across businesses, locally and globally.”

“Together with your supervisor you will develop an individual development plan that encompasses your career aspirations and the best ways to progress,” says Grant. “As part of the program, you will undertake continuous learning, made up of training courses, e-learning modules and in person workshops. There are opportunities to develop your technical or commercial expertise, acquire leadership skills and secure professional qualifications.”

“At the same time, we’ll keep you challenged with a series of hands-on roles and projects that will help you build and discover your strengths and skills, widening in scope so you can prove yourself in different situations and experiences, over time.”

How to apply Students and recent graduates looking for a career with Shell can apply online at shell.ca/ students. Shell offers two options for students and graduates to join us: The Shell Assessed Internship Program or Shell Recruitment Day. To be eligible for the Assessed Internship Program, you should be an actively enrolled student who will complete at least one more semester of education following your internship. To be considered for full-time opportunities, candidates need to apply for a Shell Recruitment Day and should be in your final year of study or have less than three years of work experience.

To be a true explorer is a remarkable quality. After all, how many people are really prepared to embrace the unknown and to challenge themselves at every turn? At Shell, we’re in search of remarkable people. The ones who are hungry to set out for new frontiers. The pioneers and the game changers. The ones who always wonder if there’s a better way. Because remarkable people achieve remarkable things.

WHAT SHELL IS LOOKING FOR Confidence Flexible Innovative Team player Problem Solver Drive Fast learner

WHAT SHELL HAS TO OFFER

IN SEARCH OF REMARKABLE STUDENTS

Explore the opportunities at www.shell.ca/students

Challenging roles

CONTINUOUS LEARNING

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Global ENVIROMENT

WORK-LIFE BALANCE

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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www.SUNCOr.com

SUNCOR ENERGY

KEY FACTS Year Established: 1967 Number of Employees: 14,000 Industry: Energy Locations: International Company/ Head office located in Calgary Not only is Suncor distinguished as Canada’s largest integrated energy company, but also it ranks as the fifth-largest energy company in North America. Suncor’s operations include oil sands development and upgrading, conventional and offshore oil and gas production and renewable energy.

Suncor boasts four refineries, is the largest national retailer with a network of more than 1,450 Petro Canada stations, and operates a lubricants facility to produce highquality lubricant base stocks for customers worldwide.

Why Suncor is different Suncor’s future is exciting. The company is known for its focus on innovation and sustainability, and has an unparalleled resource base, growth opportunities, and

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As Canada’s largest integrated energy company, Suncor is the ideal place for young people to begin their careers, learn and grow. We strive to develop our people with a view to the future, where employee success is our success.

- Dana McKechnie, VP Human Resources, Programs & Operations

operational expertise. As technology pioneers in the oil sands, Suncor continues to invest today in technology solutions that help it further a triple-bottom-line approach, where social and environmental values are considered alongside economic performance. “We have a long list of environmental and corporate responsibility awards under our belts which speak to how important this is in our organization,” says Stephanie Ryan, Suncor’s manager, talent acquisition marketing.

Why you’ll love this company As one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People for several years, Suncor is consistent in its mission to encourage employees. The company is focused on helping its people develop and you’ll love that

they manage a number of rotational programs for new graduates in a variety of fields: supply chain management, finance and accounting, sales and marketing and, of course, their Engineer-in-Training program that allows participants to gain experience across multiple areas of the organization and acquire an established development path. “The goal of these programs is to expose new grads to a variety of business areas in their first few years,” says Ryan. Suncor also has many other relationships with groups—such as Skills Canada and Careers and The Next Generation Foundation—that aim to promote skilled trades careers for youth.

Starting with a formal orientation program, Suncor offers many training and development opportunities for its people.

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Skylar Anderson Mount Royal University

How did you land your job at this company?

I applied online to their posting for a new hire which afterwards, I was interviewed by three managers for a possible fit in a few areas.

What do you like most about your job?

The best part of my job is the opportunity to work in so many different areas across Suncor working on agreements from Wind Turbines to Drilling and Completions.

These can include mentoring from senior staff, Lunch and Learn sessions, and internal education forums on a variety of topics.

Internal conferences allow people in the same discipline from across the company to network, meet with senior leaders, and learn about other areas of the organization.

Suncor’s annual Manager Once Removed program gives all employees a formalized opportunity to meet with their manager’s manager to discuss ongoing work, future aspirations, and professional development goals. “We’re very proud of our expanded career and leadership development programs that serve as a way of retaining our talent and building leadership potential,” she says.

All of Suncor’s co-op students and new grads are supported by peer-run committees with Lunch and Learn and Capability

Development speaker sessions. “New grads and co-op students are given valuable opportunities to learn about the different aspects of the business to ask questions and discuss areas of our business in a positive and constructive environment,” Ryan notes.

How to apply Every year, Suncor embarks on robust campus recruiting campaigns, and events across Canada, where company representatives talk with students about energy careers. Their typical recruitment timelines for students and new grads are September, January, and May. You can also go to suncor.com/oncampus or follow the company on LinkedIn, Twitter (@suncorcareers), or Facebook for more information.

Imagine building a career as part of a diverse team.

See how your contributions are valued and trusted.

At Suncor, you’ll find a great company committed to safety, sustainability and helping you succeed.

WHAT SUNCOR IS LOOKING FOR Safety mindset Respectful Team player

learn more @

Problem solving

www.suncor.com/oncampus

Communication Self-motivated Positive attitude

WHAT suncor HAS TO OFFER

Industry experience

Social Achievement Growth responsibility culture opportunity

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Rewarding compensation

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WWW.UBC.CA

THE UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

KEY FACTS Year Established: 1908 Number of Employees: 15,171 Industry: Higher Education Locations: British Columbia

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is a large, research-intensive institution that ranks among the top 40 universities around the globe. More than 58,000 students (including over 10,000 international students) are enrolled in about 200 undergraduate programs and 300 grad programs. Surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, the Coast Mountains, and the woods of Pacific Spirit Regional Park, UBC’s largest campus in Vancouver is where snow-capped mountains meet the ocean, and breathtaking vistas greet you. The second major campus in Kelowna is situated in BC’s spectacular wine-growing region.

Why UBC is different “We truly are a global centre for research and teaching,” says Catherine Pitman, part

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UBC cares about providing an inspiring, healthy workplace that supports success and wellbeing. The breadth of our organization also enables people to explore diverse roles, all at UBC. - Lisa Castle, VP, Human Resources

of UBC’s department of human resources. “UBC is large and diverse in terms of the programs offered, particularly among universities in Western Canada.” In fact, UBC is so vast that it’s like a little city in itself, with world-class attractions. “The Vancouver campus includes the Museum of Anthropology, the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, and the Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre, which was a host venue for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games as well as the 2012 Davis Cup. People who work at these venues are employed by UBC.” The university’s size and scope means there’s considerable diversity in the jobs available. “It’s really across the board,” Pitman explains. You could work in an

office setting or fill technical roles in a research lab and, of course, there are many people who work with students. You could work in IT, retail, the museum, a sports facility, a library, a farm, or a garden. The roles for students and grads cut across the entire campus; they’re not limited to a particular field.”

Why you’ll love UBC “If you’re happy and fulfilled in your life, then you’ll bring your best to your work,” says Pitman. UBC cares about people’s well-being, as shown by the benefits it offers: “Most full-time roles get three weeks of vacation to start, and some are eligible for four weeks. Flexible work options are also available. We offer free or discounted admission to on-campus attractions. You

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Jamil Rhajiak University of British Columbia, 2009 How did you join UBC?

The professional network Jamil built at UBC while working there as a student led him to an opportunity that matched the skills he had developed.

What do you like most about your job?

Working with students and talented colleagues to enhance the UBC experience.

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have full access to Canada’s second-largest research library and there are lots of recreational programs, including a ropes course and ocean kayaking.”

The interest in your personal satisfaction extends to career and educational goals too. “We offer tuition waivers for academic courses and continuing education classes,” Pitman continues. “There are no space-permitting guidelines; if you meet the academic requirements, you’re in.” UBC also has many professionaldevelopment programs, including access to free one-on-one coaching and unique opportunities to build leadership skills, like Leave For Change, (a short-term, volunteer-abroad program) and the Community Leadership Program, (a Vancouver-area community-service learning initiative). Being a university, it has a relaxed environment that’s different from a for-

mal, corporate atmosphere. “For students, it eases the transition from student life to the workforce.”

“Extraordinary things happen here,” Pitman says. “UBC is a big, complex place.

To be successful here, you have to be a self-starter with a passion for learning and trying new things. There are so many different things you can do, and it’s up to you to go out and explore.”

How to apply The UBC Careers site (hr.ubc.ca/careers) is the place to go. “UBC typically has a wide range of jobs posted,” says Pitman.

There’s an online job board that’s always up-to-date with detailed listings, ranging from research assistants to managers and service positions, and you can apply directly on the site.

WHAT UBC IS LOOKING FOR

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to make decisions that affect the lives of our customers.”

Tuition Reimbursement Program To support and encourage our associates who enroll in school to pursue a degree or professional development we reimburse 50% of college, university or technical school fees up to a maximum of $5,000 per year. That’s the power of The Home Depot.

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