The Career Centre
Algoma University recognizes that the key to a well-rounded university experience is to develop job related experience from the moment your university career begins. Career Services provides students with the tools to gain both paid and volunteer experience on- and off-campus. By navigating through this page, you will discover all of the services we offer!
Cindi Elgie
Experiential Learning and Co-operative Education Co-ordinator
705-949-2301, ext.4214
Office: SH 203
Email: careeroffice@algomau.ca
Mark Allard
International Student Advisor
705-949-2301, ext.4238
Office: SH 205
Email: international@algomau.ca
The Co-op & Career Services Department can help you explore your career interests and options. We are committed to the success of our students and offer up-to-date career planning assistance to allow you to effectively take hold of your future.
You can access a variety of services through Algoma University’s Career Centre, including,
- Job Search Assistance
- Résumé and Cover Letter Evaluations
- Co-operative Education
- Networking Events
- Workshops
- Professional Social Media Assistance
- Job Postings
- Opportunities for International Students
- Career-Related Resources
Online Career Fair
Algoma U’s Online Career Fair is available for students annually from February – June. This gives students the opportunity to investigate part-time, full-time and summer employment with a number of employers. Participating employers explain their HR needs and current employment opportunities.
New Graduate Transition Program
The New Graduate Transition Program offers students workshops specifically designed to meet the needs of Algoma University graduates. Following the workshops, students gain experience working with a local employer for 3-6 weeks. Workshop include topics such as experiencing change, self-marketing, networking, resume writing, ongoing learning, employability and essential skills.
Career Planning
We assist students with a wide variety of career planning needs so that they can discover the job that’s perfect for them! From self assessments to labour market research, these offered tools are vital to gaining meaningful employment.
Career Assistance
We assist students in all aspects of the cover letter and resume writing process, and work to prepare you for an upcoming interview.
Information for Employers
We offer a variety of recruitment strategies to help connect employers with Algoma U students and new graduates.
Work on Campus
We offer programs that enable students to work full-time during the summer, and part-time while completing their studies. Find out everything you need to know about work opportunities on campus!
Co-operative Education
Our Co-operative Education is designed to integrate undergraduate academic studies with paid work experience so you can go from educated to employed! It provides students with a transformative and meaningful workplace learning opportunity.