Algonquin College: A Real Education for Real-World Jobs
The largest college in Eastern Ontario provides relevant programs led by well-connected instructors
You’re attending college and looking ahead to graduation. It’s a crowded workplace and you know the importance of gaining a competitive edge. And among the greatest advantages is experience. But how do you get experience working in your chosen field before graduation?
Algonquin College has always placed a strong emphasis on developing programs in response to real-world demands. That practical approach to learning includes the encouragement of co-op initiatives, internships and work experience.
We offer you a hands-on education for real-world jobs. We have become the largest college in Eastern Ontario by providing great facilities and applicable programs led by well-connected instructors.
Let’s begin with Career Planning. The Algonquin College Employment Support Centre provides:
- Workshops on resume building, interview skills and tips
- Online job postings
- 1 on 1 counseling for employment assistance
- Resume writing tips
- Interview tips
- The hidden job market
Be sure to consider the benefits of co-op work and internship opportunities. We offer:
- Internships
- Job placements
- In-Class training
- Guest speakers
- Work projects – for real businesses
- Student-run businesses
Algonquin Student Employment Services offers a competitive edge, providing MyCareerZone, that features online job postings and volunteer opportunities, resources for finding a job, summer placements, access to employment officers, and online support for resume and cover-letter building.
An Algonquin Academic Advisor can set you on the right track, helping to optimize your off-campus activities, resulting in maximum exposure to your career choice. You can speak one-on-one with experts in your particular field.
As well, under the banner of Community Employment Services, our Pembroke campus provides a regionally-based Summer Jobs Service. Students can access information on job searching, workshops, and completing a resume.
Consider Algonquin College — get a real education for real-world jobs.
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