Category Archives: Career
SOIL Apprenticeship Program
SOIL is an accessible framework for getting folks that think they may be interested in farming to try it out for a season through hands-on learning. It’s also a great format for experienced farms to share their knowledge and bring … Continue reading
What should you eat before an interview? | theundercoverrecruiter.com
Ever wondered what you should eat before an interview to prevent either (a) your stomach grumbling and/or (b) having to go to the washroom during the interview? theundercoverrecruiter.com has some suggestions on what you can put in your tummy before … Continue reading
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5 tips for students on the job search | jobpostings.ca
There’s a great article outlining some tips for students who are currently searching for jobs. These tips focus on building a network, re-visiting your online presence, and being strategic with your online search. You can find the article online: http://www.jobpostings.ca/career-planning/resume-and-cover-letters/5-tips-students-job-search – … Continue reading
Faculty Sponsorship for 2016 SLC Registration | Apply by November 20th
The Faculty of Land and Food Systems is invested in the leadership development of students within our Faculty. As part of this investment, we are offering partial sponsorship of LFS students who wish to attend the 2016 UBC Student Leadership … Continue reading
Tri-Mentoring Applications – September 21st at noon
The deadline to submit your application for the LFS Tri-Mentoring Program is fast approaching! This is an excellent program to be a part of whether you have just started your studies at UBC, or you plan to graduate in the … Continue reading
2015 LFS Tri-Mentoring Program – Applications Due September 21 at noon
Applications for the LFS Tri-Mentoring Program are now open! The Faculty’s Tri-Mentoring program creates networking and learning opportunities through “clusters” or “triads,” pairing a junior student (first or second year), a senior student (third/fourth year or graduate student) in the same … Continue reading
101 Mentoring – an online resource from a LFS Tri-Mentor
Brian Yam, a mentor in the LFS Tri-Mentoring Program, has recently launched a brand new mentoring resource available online. It is a YouTube channel/website to help students and young adults transition into the workforce. 101Mentoring addresses questions such as whether … Continue reading
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Report: “Putting Degrees to Work”
Sent on behalf of President Arvind Gupta Attached is a press release distributed Friday by the Research Universities Council of British Columbia (RUCBC) regarding a report on employment outcomes for students who graduated in 2008. Among other things, the report … Continue reading
CSI&C Annual Career Fair: October 1, 10am – 3pm
The Centre for Student Involvement and Careers is hosting a career fair today, Wednesday October 1 in the Student Union Building – 2nd floor, from 10am to 3 pm. This career fair will feature 70 private and public sector employers … Continue reading
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Youth Mean Business Program – New Intake!
Do you have a great business idea? Would you like to receive a $5000 government grant to go toward starting up your business? Interested youth between the ages of 18-29 with a great business idea can review the eligibility criteria … Continue reading
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Tagged business, Community, grant, opportuntiy, program
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