A job search goes beyond simply applying for jobs online however, when using that approach, many people do not know how to go about it. As a result, see below for how to develop an effective online job search strategy.
Before you start your online job search, consider the following questions:
- Do you want to find a job related to your program or to a specific field?
- Do you know the type of organization that you prefer to work for? Not-for-profit, start-up, small and midsize enterprises (SMEs), or a large organization?
- Do you know the type of clientele you would like to work with? Newcomers, youth, seniors, or students for example?
- Do you have a language preference? English or bilingual?
- Where do you want to work? Which city, province, or country?
- Do you want to work in-person, remotely, or in a hybrid role?
- What type of role do you prefer? Part-time, full-time, an internship, a co-op placement, or volunteer?
- When do you want to start working?
NOTE: Once you know the answers to these questions, they will allow you to better define your key word search and allow you to better filter the results.
I.e. 2023 summer bilingual public policy internships in Ontario
In addition to a key word search, do not forget to review the resources available at York University:
Experience York: Search for and apply to full-time, part-time, internship, summer, and volunteer opportunities. Each year thousands of employers post over 10,000 opportunities for York University students and new graduates.
Glendon’s Research Apprenticeship Program (RAP): Through their unique program, you will get valuable mentorship from a faculty member, develop skills in conducting research, explore your interests, and receive an award of $1,500.
Work-Study Programs at York: The Work/Study Program at York University provides eligible undergraduate students (domestic and international) with the opportunity to develop professional skills and contribute to the university through paid, on-campus employment opportunities.
Once you have tried conducting a keyword search and referring to the resources at York, consider referring to job posting apps and websites like the ones below.
Job Search Apps
- Swob: The “Tinder” for jobs, students looking for a job can now search in the comfort of their own phone. Swob is the first of its kind to target students in high turnover industries such as retail and foodservice for part-time, seasonal and full-time employment.
Job Search Websites
- Aboriginal Inclusion Network: Canada’s aboriginal job board.
- Adzuna Canada : Job search engine sourcing 100+ thousand jobs and internships from hundreds of sites and providing statistics for job-seeking students.
- Canadajobs.com: Canada’s source for job search “how-to” articles and tips.
- Career Edge: Search for paid internships in non-regulated professions. Career Edge partner with employers to connect them with qualified candidates, including recent graduates, recent graduates with disabilities, newcomers to Canada, and members of the Canadian Armed Forces.
- Charity Village: Canada’s site for the non profit sector.
- City of Toronto: For government jobs within Toronto.
- GoodWork: For environmental jobs.
- DiscoverAbility: The Discover Ability Network promotes the hiring of persons with disabilities.
- Eluta.ca: To look for jobs from top awarded employers.
- Government of Canada – Federal Jobs: Search for current government job postings.
- Government of Canada – Job Bank: Search for jobs in Canada.
- Indeed: Search jobs, upload Resumé and research companies.
- Jooble : A job search engine to get links to job postings from more than 9550 different job sites throughout Canada.
- LinkedIn: A professional networking social media platform that also offers a variety of job opportunities with reputable organizations.
- Ontario Public Service Careers: Job postings within the Ontario government.
- SimplyHired: Search more than 100,000 jobs from thousands of job boards, classifieds and company sites in Canada.
- TalentEgg: Search for co-op, internship, entry level positions, summer jobs, student jobs, full-time and part-time work. Access career guides to explore various career paths and related resources.
- The Career Directory: To find employers in relation to your degree and field of study.
- Workopolis.com: Lists a variety of job opportunities.
- York University’s Job Board: For all jobs at York including Work-Study Positions.
Next, if you are not having any luck with the above strategies and resources, consider seeking the help of a job placement agency like the ones below:
Bilingual Only Options:
English-only Options:
Finally, consider working abroad! Here are a few resources to help you along the way:
- International Experience Canada: This program is offered by the Government of Canada and gives youth the opportunity to travel and work in Canada for up to 2 years.
- International Studies Abroad (ISA) : Offers unpaid international internships to students and new graduates. Participants have the opportunity to gain professional experience abroad in a wide variety of fields.
- Oxford Seminars.ca: Free resources to help you prepare for the TESOL/TESL/TEFL, LSAT, GMAT, GRE and MCAT.