List of work experience programs & important information

There are more than 20 programs that have students available for work experience opportunities. Programs are listed below in alphabetical order. Click on the program name for detailed information.

Accounting
Students are capable of maintaining accounting records, preparing financial statements & tax schedules, and using accounting software. Student positions have included Operations & Joint Venture Accountant, Accounts Payable Accountant, Junior Accountant and Tax Technician.

Arts - Anthropology, English, History, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish
Students are exposed to a variety of courses outside their majors, giving them broad knowledge in many areas. With exposure to a variety of viewpoints, students learn to think critically and creatively, learning to tolerate ambiguity. Students bring strong communication and research skills to the workplace with the ability to express themselves clearly and concisely. Arts students are flexible and adaptable, excelling in various roles.

Child Studies
Students' capabilities include: program planning and implementation, intervention strategies, research, group facilitation, policy analysis, and interview techniques. Students work with children, youth, families, and communities in positions such as: Child Care Provider, Counsellor, Coordinator, Facilitator, and Supervisor.

Computer Information Systems
Students' capabilities include: database design and application development, software testing, user and network support, object-oriented design and development, systems implementation, and software testing. Students have held positions as: Desktop Support Analysts, Web Developers, Testing Specialists, Junior Programmers, and Business Analysts, among others.

Environmental Science
Students develop and implement strategies to help companies meet regulatory requirements, reduce environmental impact, promote sustainable development and increase profits by reusing, reducing, recycling, and remanufacturing. Student positions in air, water, waste, reclamation or occupational hygiene may include: Research Assistant, Lab Technician, Field Technician or Technologist.

Financial Services
Students are prepared for financial planning and advising related activities in the areas of tax, retirement and investment planning, risk management, and estate planning. Students may be employed by banks and other lending institutions, trust companies, insurance agencies, brokerages, or investment organizations.

General Management
The Bachelor of Business Administration — General Management degree is designed to prepare students for a variety of management roles and business environments. Students are capable of applying general business management concepts in the workplace. In their academic curriculum, students learn about business management, strategic management, accounting, operations management and finance.

Human Resources
With strong business communication skills in addition to their core Human Resources courses, students are capable of participating in employee search processes from the initial posting through to reference checks and on-boarding, designing and delivering employee orientation sessions, participating in benefit reviews and comprehensive analysis as well as payroll administration. Within these areas, students have held positions such as: Human Resources Assistant, Junior Recruiter, Compensation and Benefits Assistant and Junior Payroll Administrator.

Information Design
Students demonstrate strong creative and technical abilities as writers and designers. With strong research skills to evaluate the needs of a specific audience, students are able to work in a variety of organizations and sectors. From the development of print and digital publications to user research and testing, Information Design students think critically to make text readable, make data tangible, make graphics memorable and provide the professional edge to how your business conveys information.

Insurance
Students are able to process new business, endorsements & renewals for personal and commercial insurance lines, provide quotes, complete claims reports, and perform entry-level risk analysis. Students have held positions as Underwriter Trainees, Junior Risk Analysts, Claims Trainees, Customer Service Representatives and Broker Assistants.

Interior Design
Bachelor of Applied Interior Design curriculum emphasizes: design, space planning, AutoCAD, building code, universal design, technical detailing, color and material, lighting, visual communication and business acumen. Students have successfully partnered with many businesses associated with the design industry, including: interior design and architectural firms, millwork companies, contractors, facilities and project managers, product suppliers, wholesalers, home builders and developers, and retail operations.

International Business
This program is designed to prepare students for participation in the global economy, whether this means establishing a business venture beyond Canadian borders, marketing sales and services internationally or simply the competitiveness of an organization through co-operation with foreign partners or suppliers.

Journalism
The Journalism major in the four-year Bachelor of Communication program is based on integrating classroom learning with practical experience, including professional work experience, and is focused on providing students with a broad-based journalism education in writing, idea and story development, newspaper production, broadcasting, photography, and Internet-based news requirements.

Marketing
Students develop their skills in the areas of: marketing foundations, market research, sales and promotion, buyer behaviour and global business acumen. Students are capable of filling positions within areas such as: marketing, project coordination, communications, fund development, event planning and market research.

Nonprofit Studies
Students learn the theoretical background and practical skills needed to succeed in the nonprofit sector. Areas of study include: public policy, service delivery, volunteerism, funding & economics, communications, analysis, law & ethics, social change, community development, and business practices.

Policy Studies
Students apply their knowledge of global governance, economics, trade & politics, with practical skills in policy development, analysis & implementation. In public, private, and nonprofit sectors, students have worked in Research & Development, Corporate Communications, Public Affairs, Market Research / Intelligence, Human Resources, and Political Aide positions.

Public Relations
Students are able to manage events, produce media kits, news releases, brochures, advertisements, newsletters & annual reports, conduct research projects, design presentations, and write communication plans. Students have worked in corporate, government, nonprofit, and agency settings.

Supply Chain Management
Students acquire the ability to manage the flow and transportation of goods from raw materials through to the customer. Students apply knowledge of how companies benefit economically from efficient procurement, physical distribution, transportation, logistics, and customer relations. Potential student positions may include: Supply Chain Intern, Logistics Coordinator, Distribution Assistant, Inventory Control, or Demand Planner.