CAREERS

SCHOOL BULLETIN

November Edition

The CAREERS School Bulletin is dedicated to supporting educators across the province. Please use it as a resource for important information and upcoming events to help you provide students with valuable off-campus learning opportunities. Scroll down for region-specific information and events!

Reminder!

There is still time to submit, so don't forget to check out opportunities for awards and scholarships!

Know of an exceptional student, mentor or educator? Nominate them for an award!

The High School Apprenticeship Scholarship Celebration was November 15 at the Edmonton Expo Centre. A record 950 students will be receiving financial support this year to continue their education.

Scholarship cheques and certificates will be mailed out, but please expect delays as there is currently a postage strike.

If you have any questions regarding the scholarship or eligibility of students for next year, please reach out to board.scholarships@gov.ab.ca.

Whether your students want to learn more about apprenticeship, or share their knowledge to impact the future of skilled trades - The Alberta Government wants to hear from them! The Youth Skills Network from Alberta Industry and Training is a new initiative for Albertans aged 14 to 29. Share the link with youth or download a poster for your school!

Our team loves to engage with high school students to provide career awareness. We offer a free 30–60 minute presentation that is engaging, fact-filled, and will have your students thinking about what they want to pursue after high school as well as opportunities they can pursue right now!  

• We offer in-classroom or virtual presentations for students and parents.
• Our presentations can focus on: In-demand career pathways, internship opportunities, how to set youth up for success and prepare them for the future, exploration events, and more.

Helping students connect with meaningful opportunities just got easier! Here's what teachers need to know about applying to CAREERS internships this school year:

• Only one application is needed per student for the entire school year (September to June).
• Off-campus approval? Just once in September, and they’re set!

Staying Connected Year-Round

Over the summer, the CAREERS team will reach out via email or text to check in with students. If students respond, CAREERS will assist with a new application for the next semester—no extra stress!

Resume and Cover Letter Updates Matter!

Encourage students to keep their resumes and cover letters sharp and targeted for the roles they want. This makes all the difference!

Help your students stay on top of these simple steps and open doors to exciting future opportunities. 

Here are some printable resources for you and your students.

GENERAL CAREERS POSTER

GENERAL YWITT POSTER

FUNDING & CREDITS INFO SHEET

STUDENT INFORMATION SESSIONS

Students can attend a VIRTUAL information session to learn more and get assistance with creating an account.

2025 SAFEGEN YOUTH WORKPLACE VIDEO CONTEST IS NOW OPEN!

It’s time for your students aged 14-18 to put on their director's hats and produce short videos for a chance to win big. This year we are linking up with the Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest and the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, providing our Alberta winner a chance to compete at the national level!

Up to $6,000 in cash prizes awaits three winners, including $1000 for the school of the first place winner.

Deadline to submit a 2-minute video focused on Workplace Safety is March 2, 2025 so be sure to get your students working on this early! For more information visit our Safegen Video Contest Webpage.

CAREERS worked with Many Horses High School to place nine students in various roles at the Grey Eagle Resort & Casino. These internships were part of CAREERS' Indigenous Youth Internship Program.

To learn more about how you can get involved, contact CAREERS today!

SKILLED TRADES FAIR 

November 20 · All Saints High School · 6PM - 830PM

Come connect with employers who are passionate about empowering Alberta’s youth through exciting internship opportunities. This free event is open to teachers, parents, students, and family members – a perfect chance to explore careers, build networks, and discover the future of skilled trades.

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Looking for ways to help your students dive into real-world experience? CAREERS has some great internship opportunities available. Students can apply at CAREERS now!

Laborer · Electrician · Cook · Information and Communications Technology · Health

WINTER SEMESTER APPLICATION DEADLINE

Our application deadline for Winter placements is approaching on December 13. If you have any students interested in second semester internships starting in February, please ensure they complete an online application in time! A friendly reminder that an online application is not complete without approval, cover letter & resume. 

YWITT CAMP SUCCESS

A big thanks to Women Building Futures for co-hosting our first YWITT event of the year. Our group of students enjoyed their day learning about the plumbing, electrical and carpentry trades through discussions and hands-on activities. Stay tuned for more YWITT exploration events this school year!

UPCOMING POSITIONS

We’re looking for students in these upcoming positions. Any interested students are encouraged to submit an application.

Auto Service Technician · Plumber · Carpenter · Lather (ISM) · Cook · Information and Communications Technology · Corporate Administrator

CO-OP INFORMATION SESSIONS

November 25 · 2PM · CAREERS Office

December 5 · 10 AM · CAREERS Office

December 11 · 1PM · CAREERS Office

Grade 12 students interested in the skilled trades and applying for the CO-OP Program must attend an Information Session to learn more about the program and entry requirements. 

INSULATOR INFORMATION SESSIONS

November 19 · 7PM · CAREERS Office

Youth 18 - 24 who are interested in the Insulator trade are invited to sign up for an Information Session. This program is in partnership with Stuart Olson.

YOUNG WOMEN IN TRADES AND TECHNOLOGIES PARENT/STUDENT INFO NIGHT

December 3 · 7 - 8PM · Coaldale Prairie Winds Secondary School

Learn more about paid internship opportunities and camps for female identifying high school aged youth interested in trades and/or technology-based careers. Featuring a female journeyperson guest speaker, support with the CAREERS application and refreshments.

CAREERS PARENT/STUDENT INFORMATION BOOTHS

November 21 · 4 – 7PM · Livingstone School

November 27 · 4 – 7PM · Matthew Halton High School

November 28 · 4 – 7PM · Crowsnest Consolidated High School

Stop by the CAREERS booth during Parent/Teacher interviews to learn more about internships in a variety of industries.

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Ask us for more information on these internship opportunities in Southern Alberta!

Material & Info Management · Food Production & Preservation · Construction General Laborer · Millwright · Horticulture Health & Maintenance · Transportation Yard Assistant · Powerline Technician · Information and Document Management