How to find a job
Whether you're seeking a part-time job during your studies or launching your career after graduation, here are best practices to guide your job search:
- Planning for Career Success Guide and CV guide | learn how to write a resume, cover letter, and CV (for applying to positions related to academia or research) and prepare for interviews – it is recommended to tailor your application specific to each job
- CareerLink | search for full, part-time or summer jobs and volunteer opportunities, and subscribe to have new postings sent directly to your inbox
- USask job postings | apply for USask jobs and explore working on campus opportunities
- Additional Job postings | search external job posting websites and apply directly to employer websites
- Occupational research | research occupations and organizations to learn how to leverage your USask competencies
- Employer events | attend employer events to build connection with employers and apply to jobs
- Working in Canada | learn about working in Canada as an international student
- Avoid fraudulent job postings and scams | learn how to recognize and avoid fraudulent job postings and about job search safety tips
What can I do with my degree?
Your degree opens doors to diverse career paths. Explore how your education, skills, and interests can translate into fulfilling career opportunities, and how to make the most of your USask experience:
- USask Major Maps | get the most out of your degree and prepare for your future career
- Job Bank career planning tool | conduct occupational research using Job Bank
- LinkedIn | research the career paths of USask students and alumni
- Career informational interviews | discover how people navigated their career journey and chose their career paths
- CareerLink | book a Career Coaching appointment through CareerLink for additional supportt
Gain experience and build connections
Career success requires gaining experience and building meaningful connections. Discover opportunities to gain skills, build your network, and stand out in the job market:
- USask competencies | develop your USask competencies to prepare for your future career
- Career readiness workshop series | 10 week certification workshop series to help you build on your learning and a variety of key career readiness topics
- Get involved | engage in the USask community through student groups, student centres and volunteering
- Co-Curricular Record | volunteer at USask through Co-Curricular Record opportunities and apply to volunteer positions through CareerLink
- CareerLink Events | attend Career Services events to develop skills and connect with employers
- Experiential learning opportunities | gain relevant experience towards your career
- LinkedIn and networking | build connections to support your job search and gain employment
- Careers Day | attend Careers Day in September and connect with employers at employer events
Book an appointment
Book a 20-minute Resume and Job Search appointment, available for both advance booking and same-day appointments. These brief, one-on-one appointments with our Career Peer Educators and Career Educators are designed to provide a thorough content review of your resume, CV, or cover letter, and to answer basic questions related to interviewing, LinkedIn, and job search.
While these sessions aim to address your immediate needs, they may not cover all career-related inquiries. For more comprehensive support, you may be advised to schedule a Career Coaching appointment with one of our Career Educators through CareerLink.
Please review the Planning for Career Success with Career Services guide for resume, cover letter, and interview tips before booking.
Book a 45-minute mock interview appointment to practice and receive feedback on answering common interview questions. Receive advice on how to best prepare for interviews from a Career Educator.
Please review the Planning for Career Success with Career Services guide for interview tips before booking.
Book a 45-minute career coaching appointment with a Career Educator for a confidential, one-on-one discussion of your career and employment needs.
Coaching is a collaborative, client-centered process that focuses on gaining clarity, setting goals, and developing strategies related to career success. The coaching process is non-directive, focusing on active listening, powerful questioning, and fostering self-discovery and growth.
Please note: for information about academic program requirements or help with course selection, you will want to access academic advising.
No Cost
There is no cost for any Career Services appointments
Availability
Appointments are available to all USask students and alumni, including newly registered students. Appointments are available in-person and via Zoom. If you can’t find a suitable time, please email us at career.services@usask.ca to arrange an appointment.
Late/No Shows
If you are 10 minutes late for your appointment, it will be considered a ‘No Show’ and you will need to reschedule. If you know you are unable to attend, please cancel your appointment through CareerLink or contact our office if you know you will be late. After two ‘No Show’ appointments you may be restricted from registering for further appointments.
Respecting Student Privacy: Parents of USask students
We understand that parents are often eager to support their child's educational journey. However, it's important to note that privacy laws, specifically the Local Authority Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (LA FOIP) in Saskatchewan, protect the privacy rights of USask students. We kindly request that parents do not attend their child's Career Services appointments without the student's consent.LA FOIP safeguards your child's personal information and privacy. As such, universities are generally not permitted to disclose personal information about a student to parents without the student's consent, no matter their age. Exceptions: LA FOIP allows disclosure without consent when there are genuine concerns for the student's safety or well-being.
We encourage open and supportive communication between parents and students. If you're interested in your child's career coaching progress, we recommend discussing it with them and respecting their privacy choices. This empowers students to make decisions about their educational and career paths while ensuring that their privacy rights are upheld.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in respecting your child's privacy during their university journey.
Resumes and Cover Letters
Review the Planning for Career Success with Career Services guide for help in developing your resume and cover letter. For additional support, book a Resume and Job Search appointment through CareerLink.
CVs
Review the CV guide for help in developing your CV. For additional support, book a Resume and Job Search appointment through CareerLink.
Interviewing
Review the Planning for Career Success with Career Services guide for support with interviewing. For additional support, book a Mock Interview appointment through CareerLink.
Book a student interview room for an upcoming virtual interview or employment related meeting.
Career Educator profiles
Our Career Educators have diverse backgrounds and experiences, each bringing a unique approach to coaching and career development. Discover which educator fits your needs so you can make the most of your career coaching sessions.
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Who Roberta supports: Students and alumni who are seeking not just a safe space, but a brave space, to explore a deeper sense of self-awareness connected to career exploration and next steps. How Roberta coaches: My motto is, “come as you are and know that is enough.” My coaching style is collaborative, intuitive, and solution-focused. Everyone has a unique story which comes with inner knowledge that I will support you tapping into and leveraging by asking constructive and introspective questions. Roberta’s background: Roberta holds a B.Ed. from the University of Winnipeg in addition to being a Certified Coach through the Destination Leadership Program at the U of S Edwards School of Business. |
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Who Tyler supports: Current students and USask alumni wanting to take the next step in their career journey. How Tyler coaches: Tyler believes that we have more potential than we often realize. Tyler guides students/alumni through a self-reflective approach to coaching, focusing on your values, interests, strengths, and personality in order to gain insight and set goals for your career journey. Tyler’s background: Tyler holds a Bachelor of Education from USask in 2013 and completed a Post-Degree Certificate in Career and Guidance Studies at USask in 2022. Tyler is an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through the International Coaching Federation (ICF). |
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Who Tristyn supports: Beginning your career journey can be daunting, especially for students unfamiliar with the current job market and work atmosphere. I work towards providing opportunities for Indigenous students to feel supported and know the resources available to them when entering their career journey. How Tristyn coaches: My coaching style's foundation stems from my educational and professional experience. I believe in fostering relationships with students and creating a space where they feel safe to find a solution together through goal setting and reflective conversations. Everyone has a story which shapes the experiences, strengths, and values that are important when planning their career. Tristyn’s background: I hold a Bachelor of Education from the Saskatchewan Urban Native Teacher’s Education Program (SUNTEP) from the Gabriel Dumont Institute. I convocated in 2021 with a major in Indigenous Studies and a minor in English. I have worked alongside Indigenous peoples for most of my professional career which has contributed to my commitment to providing opportunities for Indigenous students to feel safe and respected. |
Career Assessments
Understanding your personality, interests, strengths and career values will help you make informed decisions about your career goals, evaluate opportunities, and better appreciate your USask Competencies.
Career assessments are not intended to provide a definitive list of job or career options. Instead, they aim to generate possibilities, enhance your self-awareness, and compliment the career coaching process.
CliftonStrengths helps you identify and better understand the things you naturally do best, and gives you clues as to the type of work environments and roles in which you are most likely to thrive.
- Uses 34 Talent Themes to create your personalized CliftonStrengths for Students Report, showcasing your top 5 talent themes
- Book a Career Coaching appointment to determine if CliftonStrengths is right for you
- Discounted fee of $30 for USask students and $35 for alumni
- Contact Career Services to purchase your CliftonStrength assessment via credit or debit card
Our values represent what is important to us, the beliefs we have, and our priorities in life. Values influence our behavior and direct the choices we make; they play an important role in guiding our career path and decisions.
Why Should I Think About My Career Values?
Taking time to reflect on your Career Values can:
- Spark new ideas for career possibilities or/or affirm your current career path.
- Inform what kind of work tasks and environments you may find fulfilling.
- Lead to an overall sense of enjoyment with your work.
- Solidify your version of a healthy, comfortable work-life balance.
Complete the Career Values Worksheet and meet with a Career Educator to discuss your completed worksheet in relation to your career development and goals.
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Getting help
The Career Services team is here to assist you with all aspects of your career and job search.
- Planning for Career Success Guide - start here for support with your job search
- Book an appointment - meet with our team for support with your job search, resume, interviewing, and career coaching
- Experiential learning - gain hands-on experience and develop skills through experiential learning
- Employer events - connect with employers and learn what it takes to get hired
- USask competencies - develop the knowledge, skills, and perspectives that will lead to career success
Upcoming events
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