Explore Opportunities
STUDENTS INVOLVED WITH CAREERS FOR INTERNSHIPS EXPERIENCE THESE EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES:
1. AWARENESS
PRESENTATIONS
CAREER FAIRS
TOURS
2. EXPLORATION
CAREER CAMPS
MENTORING WORKSHOPS
CAREER PREPARATION
3. EXPERIENCE
PAID INTERNSHIPS
PAID PLACEMENTS
ON-THE-JOB TRAINING
FAQS
We would prefer an hour to allow for plenty of questions and answers, however, our field directors will accommodate the time slot available.
Most of our programs are accessible to students as early as grade 10.
Yes. All students receive a fair wage or honorarium for their work in our internships or apprenticeships. Please note that the Registered Apprenticeship Program requires a 125-hour trial period during which payment is at the employer’s discretion. Students will earn five credits for the trial period.
Contact us – we can find a field director in your area and book a presentation ASAP!
Yes! Contact us to set up a parent information session.
Free. We are a not-for-profit charitable organization. Our funding is through government, industry and donations.
PROGRAMS
RAP
The Registered Apprenticeship Program allows students to choose from more than 50 trades for an internship and to continue toward an apprenticeship.
Forestry
In alliance with Inside Education and Work Wild, students can grow their future in forestry through a number of career explorations.
Technologies
Students study technology careers while earning high school credits and post-secondary credits. There are three dual credit programs in tech.
Indigenous Youth Career Pathway
This program provides awareness for Indigenous youth with an expanded choice of career exploration and internships.
Health Services
The Health Services Youth Initiative allows students to explore more than over 200 opportunities for health occupations. Spaces are limited.
CO-OP Apprenticeship
Only available in Fort McMurray/Wood Buffalo and Medicine Hat area, this program is for high school graduates who want to get into the trades.
Young Women In Trades and Technologies
This program provides awareness for young women looking to enter the trades.
Information and Communications Technology
