Comprehensive reference for international students at UBC.
Finding a job
The Canadian job market is highly competitive, and you will need initiative, patience, and persistence to find a job.
Looking for work
- UBC Career Services is the best place to start your job search.
- If you are an international undergraduate student earning your degree at UBC, you may be eligible to apply for jobs with UBC employers through Career Services’ Work Learn on-campus work experience program.
- Notice boards around campus often feature job postings that involve working for a professor or the department office.
- Department administrative staff members are also good sources of information about upcoming jobs.
- Asking people you know is another way to find out about jobs. Teaching or research assistantships, for example, are sometimes given out on the basis of a personal recommendation from a professor.
- Drop off your resumé at the on-campus offices or units that regularly hire students. UBC libraries, the Bookstore, UBC REC, and Food Services hire many student workers.
- Sign up for the Career Services newsletter to learn about career-related events on campus.
People usually apply for a job with a resumé and cover letter that states their interest in and qualifications for a position. In Canada, resumés and cover letters follow a particular format. A resumé should advertise your relevant skills and accomplishments but should not contain personal information such as age, gender, marital status, or photographs.
Contact Career Services to find out about resumé workshops and resources.
In Canada, it is important for anyone seeking employment to present himself or herself as the best person for the job. To help you feel more comfortable demonstrating your abilities, visit Career Services for a workshop on job hunting or consult an International Student Advisor.
Career planning
Whether you plan to graduate soon or in a few years, it’s never too early to begin planning your future. Students who plan for life after graduation are often more successful in achieving their goals. Consult the programs and services below for information on how to make a smooth transition into the world of work.
Career Services
Career Services helps students and alumni develop their careers and job search skills. Check out job postings, find career education resources.
UBC Alumni Affairs
You can also stay connected to UBC through Alumni Affairs. Attend one of the many young alumni events in cities all over Canada.
