We understand that you have many questions and concerns regarding current and upcoming work terms, as well as future work opportunities. Please refer to our Q&A’s as we attempt to answer some of your most pressing questions, however, if you have a specific question that is not covered below, please contact the Career Services office at studentjobs@mtroyal.ca

1. Is Career Services open?

Career Services currently remains open. However, all contact and appointments with your Work Term, Co-op, or Career Development Coordinator will be conducted via email, phone, or alternate online formats (ie. Google Meet or Google Hangouts).

2. Can someone still help me with my resume and/or cover letter?

Yes. To have your resume/cover letter critiqued follow these instructions.

3. Can someone help with figuring out a career direction?

Yes. You can request a phone call or a Google Hangouts appointment with a Career Development coordinator. Please click on this link to access our booking system.

4. Are students able to conduct interviews remotely considering Career Services offices are closed?

Yes. Most employers should be equipped to conduct an interview over the phone or via videolink. Additionally, you have access to Google Hangouts Meet for phone or video connection through your MRU Google account.

5. I have an appointment booked with a Career Development Coordinator. How will it be conducted?

Career Development Coordinators will contact students directly (via telephone or email) to notify them that their booked appointment will be restricted to telephone or online forms of communication. A Career Development coordinator will then contact students directly at the time of their appointment.

6. In the past, I had a resume critiqued, and received resume tip sheets. Can I do this again? Do you also critique cover letters?

We have 20+ free tip sheets covering a variety of topics online. Additionally, you can book a virtual appointment with a Career Development Coordinator.

7. Is your job board still open for students?

Yes. Whether you are a current student looking for work experience or summer employment or a graduate looking for work, our job board is still open and active as it has always been.

8. Have you transferred your services into an online format?

Yes, you can request a phone call or a Google Hangouts appointment with a Career Development Coordinator. Please click on this link to access our booking system.

9. I have a phone interview in 3 days and I have questions/concerns.

If you have any questions you can request a phone call or a Google Hangouts appointment with a Career Development Coordinator. Please click on this link to access our booking system.

In this Covid-19 environment, in accordance with Alberta Health Orders, MRU students have been advised to do the following while on a work term:

• Mask use
  • Practise safe mask usage. 
  • Disposable, non-medical face masks must be worn during all clinical or outreach activities.
• Hygiene practices
  
  • Practise proper hand hygiene and wash your hands frequently and for a minimum of 20 seconds (or apply hand sanitizer). It is strongly recommended that you complete the AHS hand-washing modules.
  • Avoid touching your face, nose or mouth.
• Physical distancing
  
  • Whenever possible, keep at least two metres from others. 
  • Keep your belongings contained and do not share your food or belongings with others.
• If you develop COVID-19 signs and symptoms, first notify your work experience coordinator, and then go home immediately. Ensure you have arrangements to get home safely, without the use of public transportation.

We understand that you have many questions and concerns regarding current and upcoming work terms, as well as future work opportunities. Please refer to our Q&A’s as we attempt to answer some of your most pressing questions, however, if you have a specific question that is not covered below, please contact either your Work Experience or Co-op directly, or connect with the Career Services office at workexperiencejobs@mtroyal.ca

Additionally, CEWIL Canada has published a Student Tips for Working at home tip sheet with helpful information on how to make the best of your remote work situation.

1. Is Career Services open?

Career Services currently open offering virtual services. All contact and appointments will be conducted via email, phone, or alternate online formats (ie. Google Meet or Google Hangouts).

2. I am currently on a work or Co-op term and would like to work remotely during this time.

Please follow the guidelines provided by your employer regarding working remotely. Any software and technical requirements required to work remotely should be discussed with your employer.

3. I am currently on a work or Co-op term and not feeling well.

If you are ill, and/or are required to self-isolate, please notify your employer, work experience, Co-op Coordinator and/or faculty academic advisor directly. 

4. Am I still required to submit work term forms and assignments as my employer is having me work from home? I’m on a work term this semester.

Yes, you are expected to submit your assignments. If you have challenges or barriers, contact your Coordinator by email or book an appointment.

5. I am currently on a Work Experience or Co-op term outside of Alberta.

If you are currently working outside of Alberta, please follow the guidelines of the local health services authority and keep your work experience, Co-op coordinator, and/or faculty academic advisor updated on your status.

6. I am currently on a Work Experience or Co-op term and have been notified by my employer that I am being laid off.

In the event you are laid off, please contact your coordinator and/or faculty academic advisor directly. They will work with you to determine the next steps to meet the program requirements.

7. If I don’t secure a work experience or Co-op position, how does that impact my academic requirements?

Career Services will work directly with individual faculties to limit the impact on students whose mandatory work-term are affected by COVID-19. If you are contacted directly by an employer regarding the cancellation of a position, hiring freeze, etc., please inform your Coordinator directly. They will work with you to determine the next steps to meet the program requirements.

8. I was in the process of securing an international work experience or Co-op term.  Will that still be happening?

All international work terms/Co-op placements have been cancelled until further notice. Students who have paid for their travel or received grants will be contacted by the International Education office with next steps.

Career Services is committed to maintaining our services and keeping you up to date and supported in your campus recruitment needs.

The following Q&A may help answer your questions or you are welcome to reach out to us at studentjobs@mtroyal.ca for further info.

NEW funding programs or changes to existing programs have developed due to COVID-19 impacts. Please see the Funding Sources page for more info!

For additional tips please review these helpful CEWIL Canada's resource guides on how to onboard and supervise students remotely.

1. Is Career Services open?

Career Services currently remains open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. However, all contact and appointments with  Work Term, Co-op, or Career Development coordinators will be conducted via email, phone, or alternate online formats (ie. Google Meet or Google Hangouts).

2. I currently have a student employed on a work term or co-op and need to make changes to their working environment.

For employers who are currently supervising a student work term or co-op, Career Services will continue to provide support to employers and students in developing solutions to workplace changes as they occur. If there have been any changes to your student’s work term or co-op arrangements, location or hours, please contact your Co-op/Work Experience Coordinator as soon as possible via email. 

3. Should I be encouraging my currently employed student on a work term or co-op to work from home?

We recommend that employers consider allowing students to work from home, if the organization can support this practice. Please communicate directly with your student to confirm the work plan, communications, and software and technical requirements required to work remotely. All work term documentation and Student Work Term Evaluations will be submitted electronically.

4. Can I submit a job posting for the MRU job board during this time?

Yes. Our campus job boards remain active and we are posting positions daily, monitoring current student work terms, and facilitating future employment opportunities for students and graduates. Please continue to communicate with us in the same way as you have done in the past, as we are responding regularly to all voicemail and email messages.

Connect with the Career Services office at studentjobs@mtroyal.ca.

 

1.  I am looking for someone to talk to my students.  Are you able to do this now?

Yes. We are delivering virtual presentations using Google Hangout Meet and would be happy to talk to you about what you were looking for and when you would like the presentation to be delivered.

Support Work-Integrated Learning through the Career Services Stipend

Career Services is pleased to offer a new option to support our students through a tax-deductible donation to the Career Services Work-Integrated Learning Stipend. Students who successfully complete an unpaid Co-op or mandatory work term related to one of these academic programs may be eligible to receive $1,000 support through this fund.

Consider donating to make an immediate and direct impact on students facing financial barriers to their studies and work placement. Whether hiring a student or contributing to the Stipend, your support is greatly appreciated and makes a difference in helping students achieve transformative learning.

 

To donate now: https://mru.akaraisin.com/ui/helpstudents

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