{"id":19209,"date":"2025-03-05T14:46:25","date_gmt":"2025-03-05T21:46:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.careersnextgen.ca\/?page_id=19209"},"modified":"2025-10-07T10:12:35","modified_gmt":"2025-10-07T16:12:35","slug":"launchpad","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.careersnextgen.ca\/old\/launchpad\/","title":{"rendered":"LaunchPad"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"19209\" class=\"elementor elementor-19209\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0a141de elementor-hidden-desktop e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0a141de\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f55ebab e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f55ebab\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7097459 elementor-hidden-desktop elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-widget elementor-widget-video\" data-id=\"7097459\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;video_type&quot;:&quot;vimeo&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"video.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-wrapper elementor-open-inline\">\n\t\t\t<iframe class=\"elementor-video-iframe\" allowfullscreen allow=\"clipboard-write\" title=\"vimeo Video Player\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1102337235?color&amp;autopause=0&amp;loop=0&amp;muted=0&amp;title=0&amp;portrait=0&amp;byline=0#t=\"><\/iframe>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9adc80e e-con-full elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-hidden-mobile e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"9adc80e\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bf9c5d4 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"bf9c5d4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-99c610c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"99c610c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a99d9d8 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"a99d9d8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-showme=\"welcome-content\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"#\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-square\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M400 480H48c-26.51 0-48-21.49-48-48V80c0-26.51 21.49-48 48-48h352c26.51 0 48 21.49 48 48v352c0 26.51-21.49 48-48 48zm-204.686-98.059l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L184 302.745l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.25 16.379 6.25 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Welcome<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8877b59 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"8877b59\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-showme=\"before-content\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"#\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-square\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M400 480H48c-26.51 0-48-21.49-48-48V80c0-26.51 21.49-48 48-48h352c26.51 0 48 21.49 48 48v352c0 26.51-21.49 48-48 48zm-204.686-98.059l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L184 302.745l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.25 16.379 6.25 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Before you start<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e79b31 elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"8e79b31\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-showme=\"during-content\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"#\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-square\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M400 480H48c-26.51 0-48-21.49-48-48V80c0-26.51 21.49-48 48-48h352c26.51 0 48 21.49 48 48v352c0 26.51-21.49 48-48 48zm-204.686-98.059l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L184 302.745l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.25 16.379 6.25 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">On the job<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8d201c9 elementor-align-left elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"8d201c9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-showme=\"rights-content\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"#\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg 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class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"#\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-square\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M400 480H48c-26.51 0-48-21.49-48-48V80c0-26.51 21.49-48 48-48h352c26.51 0 48 21.49 48 48v352c0 26.51-21.49 48-48 48zm-204.686-98.059l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L184 302.745l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.25 16.379 6.25 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Finishing 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0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L184 302.745l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.25 16.379 6.25 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">SUPPORT AND RESOURCES<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7151bbb elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7151bbb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;rubberBand&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">GOT 15 MINUTES?<\/span><\/p><h3>YOU COULD WIN A PRIZE!<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f442a20 elementor-view-default elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon\" data-id=\"f442a20\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;rotateIn&quot;,&quot;_animation_delay&quot;:200}\" data-widget_type=\"icon.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-star\" viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M259.3 17.8L194 150.2 47.9 171.5c-26.2 3.8-36.7 36.1-17.7 54.6l105.7 103-25 145.5c-4.5 26.3 23.2 46 46.4 33.7L288 439.6l130.7 68.7c23.2 12.2 50.9-7.4 46.4-33.7l-25-145.5 105.7-103c19-18.5 8.5-50.8-17.7-54.6L382 150.2 316.7 17.8c-11.7-23.6-45.6-23.9-57.4 0z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-85cef0d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"85cef0d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Fill out a super quick survey before <em data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"141\">and<\/em> after your internship for your shot at some seriously cool prizes. \ud83c\udf89<\/span><br data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"213\" \/><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Plus, you\u2019ll be helping CAREERS make internships even better for future students\u2014win-win!<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-437b54b elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"437b54b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" id=\"orange\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/survey.forumresearch.com\/SE\/1\/RC01\/?urlimport=1&#038;questlist=TYPESURVEY;GRANTEE;GRANTEECITY&#038;TYPESURVEY=1&#038;GRANTEE=1274&#038;GRANTEECITY=03\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">pre-internship survey<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-455f1d6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"455f1d6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" id=\"orange\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/survey.forumresearch.com\/SE\/1\/RC01\/?urlimport=1&#038;questlist=TYPESURVEY;GRANTEE;GRANTEECITY&#038;TYPESURVEY=2&#038;GRANTEE=1274&#038;GRANTEECITY=03\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">post-internship survey<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-501a212 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"501a212\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-de65787 e-con-full all-content e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"de65787\" data-element_type=\"container\" id=\"welcome-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e987377 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-hidden-mobile elementor-widget elementor-widget-video\" data-id=\"e987377\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;video_type&quot;:&quot;vimeo&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"video.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-wrapper elementor-open-inline\">\n\t\t\t<iframe class=\"elementor-video-iframe\" allowfullscreen allow=\"clipboard-write\" title=\"vimeo Video Player\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1102337235?color&amp;autopause=0&amp;loop=0&amp;muted=0&amp;title=0&amp;portrait=0&amp;byline=0#t=\"><\/iframe>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8a77942 e-con-full all-content e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8a77942\" data-element_type=\"container\" id=\"before-content\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;gradient&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4cfcc30 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4cfcc30\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"111\">BEFORE YOU START<\/strong> \u2013 EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO FEEL CONFIDENT AND PREPARED FOR YOUR FIRST DAY ON THE JOB.<\/span><\/h5>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-75962b2 e-n-tabs-mobile elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-tabs\" data-id=\"75962b2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;tabs_justify_horizontal&quot;:&quot;center&quot;,&quot;horizontal_scroll&quot;:&quot;disable&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-tabs.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs\" data-widget-number=\"123298482\" aria-label=\"Tabs. Open items with Enter or Space, close with Escape and navigate using the Arrow keys.\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs-heading\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-1232984821\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"true\" data-tab-index=\"1\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-1232984821\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 1;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\u2705 What to Expect \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-1232984822\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"2\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-1232984822\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 2;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udcdd Pre-Start Checklist \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-1232984823\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"3\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-1232984823\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 3;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udd52 How to Be on Time \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-1232984824\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"4\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-1232984824\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 4;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udcf1 Digital Etiquette \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-1232984825\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"5\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-1232984825\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 5;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83c\udfbd What to Wear \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-1232984821\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-1232984821\" data-tab-index=\"1\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 1;\" class=\"e-active elementor-element elementor-element-8a08dc0 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8a08dc0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a9e3979 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a9e3979\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f2efa55 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f2efa55\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f477-200d-2640-fe0f.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc77\u200d\u2640\ufe0f\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f469-200d-1f4bc.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udcbc\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">What to Expect on Your First Day \u2014 Trades vs. Office Internships<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p>Starting a CAREERS internship? That first day can feel like a big deal \u2014 and it is! Whether you\u2019re stepping onto a construction site or walking into an office, we\u2019ve got your back. Here&#8217;s what to expect and how to show up confident and ready to learn.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f6aa.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udeaa\" \/> Before You Arrive: A Few Basics for Everyone<\/strong><\/p><p>No matter where you&#8217;re working, some things are always true:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Know where you&#8217;re going<\/strong> \u2013 Double check your start time, location, and who to ask for when you arrive.<\/li><li><strong>Bring the essentials<\/strong> \u2013 Water bottle, snacks\/lunch, notebook, and any items your employer told you to bring (like ID, PPE, or paperwork).<\/li><li><strong>Be early<\/strong> \u2013 Arrive 10\u201315 minutes early if you can. First impressions matter!<\/li><li><strong>Dress appropriately<\/strong> \u2013 See below for what to wear depending on your internship type.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f6e0.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">If You\u2019re Starting a Trades Internship<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p>Expect a more physical environment \u2014 think job sites, shops, or warehouses. You\u2019ll likely be around equipment, tools, or vehicles.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f45a.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc5a\" \/> What to Wear<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Steel-toe boots (often required)<\/li><li>Durable pants (no rips or shorts)<\/li><li>Layers \u2014 mornings may be chilly<\/li><li>PPE if provided (like a hard hat, gloves, or safety glasses)<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong>TIP:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re not sure what to wear or bring, contact your CAREERS rep or employer before Day One.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f50d.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd0d\" \/> What You\u2019ll Do<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Get a safety orientation \u2014 this could include videos, a tour, or reviewing rules<\/li><li>Meet your journeyperson or supervisor<\/li><li>Shadow someone to start \u2014 watch and learn<\/li><li>Possibly help with setup, cleanup, or tool organization<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/> How to Succeed<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Ask questions \u2014 nobody expects you to know everything<\/li><li>Listen carefully and watch how others work<\/li><li>Be respectful and alert \u2014 safety is priority #1<\/li><li>Take breaks when allowed, and hydrate often<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4bb.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcbb\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">If You\u2019re Starting an Office or Professional Internship<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p>Office or tech placements can be quieter and more structured, with lots of teamwork and communication.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f45a.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc5a\" \/> What to Wear<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Business casual (clean pants, shirt or blouse, closed-toe shoes)<\/li><li>No hoodies, ripped jeans, or hats unless you\u2019re told otherwise<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>TIP:<\/strong> If in doubt, dress up a little on Day One. You can always adjust once you see what others wear.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f50d.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd0d\" \/> What You\u2019ll Do<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Meet your supervisor and maybe an HR rep<\/li><li>Get a tour of the office \u2014 desks, printers, kitchen, washrooms<\/li><li>Learn how to use systems or software<\/li><li>Start with small tasks like data entry, filing, or observing a meeting<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/> How to Succeed<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Be polite and professional \u2014 good communication matters here<\/li><li>Don\u2019t be afraid to take notes and ask for clarification<\/li><li>Avoid using your phone unless it\u2019s part of your job<\/li><li>Be curious \u2014 this is a great chance to learn what the work world is like<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4ac.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcac\" \/> What If You\u2019re Not Sure Which Type Your Internship Is?<\/strong><\/p><p>Some placements (like in healthcare, agriculture, or IT) might be a mix of both! When in doubt:<\/p><ul><li>Ask your CAREERS coordinator<\/li><li>Contact your employer directly<\/li><li>Prepare for both settings \u2014 dress smart, bring work gloves just in case<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f3af.svg\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfaf\" \/> Final Words of Advice<\/strong><\/p><p>No one expects perfection. What matters most is that you show up on time, ask questions, and show you\u2019re ready to learn. The first day is just the beginning \u2014 and CAREERS is here to support you every step of the way.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-1232984822\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-1232984822\" data-tab-index=\"2\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 2;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-d30a965 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d30a965\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-df182c9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"df182c9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a7f198f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a7f198f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4dd.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcdd\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Pre-Start Checklist: Be Ready for Day One!<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p>Before you show up for your first day, take a few minutes to make sure you\u2019re prepared. This simple checklist covers the basics \u2014 so you can walk in confident, not scrambling last minute.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/> Getting There<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u2610 I know where I\u2019m going (address &amp; location).<\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve confirmed my start time.<\/li><li>\u2610 I know who to ask for when I arrive.<\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve planned how I\u2019ll get there (bus, drive, walk, bike).<\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve done a test run or mapped out my route with extra time.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f455.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc55\" \/> What to Wear<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u2610 I know the dress code (trades gear, business casual, etc.).<\/li><li>\u2610 I have everything I need:<ul><li>\u2610 Steel-toe boots<\/li><li>\u2610 Gloves or safety gear (if required)<\/li><li>\u2610 Clean, professional clothes<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve checked the weather (if working outdoors).<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f9fe.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\uddfe\" \/> Paperwork &amp; Supplies<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve completed and brought any required forms or ID.<\/li><li>\u2610 I have a notebook or phone for taking notes.<\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve packed any tools or PPE I was told to bring.<\/li><li>\u2610 I have contact info for my employer and CAREERS rep.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f96a.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udd6a\" \/> Food &amp; Breaks<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve packed lunch\/snacks (or know where to buy food nearby).<\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve brought a water bottle.<\/li><li>\u2610 I know when and where I can take breaks.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4a1.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udca1\" \/> Bonus Prep Tips<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u2610 I got a good night\u2019s sleep before Day One.<\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve set an alarm (or two!) to make sure I\u2019m on time.<\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve looked over the &#8220;What to Expect on Your First Day&#8221; guide.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f44a.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc4a\" \/> <strong>You\u2019re Ready!<\/strong><br \/>First days are a big deal \u2014 and you\u2019ve already taken a huge step by preparing. You\u2019ve got this!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-1232984823\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-1232984823\" data-tab-index=\"3\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 3;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-26a83ef e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"26a83ef\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7301316 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7301316\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f244a99 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f244a99\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f552.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd52\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">How to Be on Time<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Tips for Planning Your Route &amp; Managing Time<\/strong><\/p><p>Being on time shows that you&#8217;re reliable, respectful, and ready to work \u2014 three things every employer looks for. Whether you&#8217;re heading to a jobsite, an office, or somewhere in between, here\u2019s how to set yourself up for success every day.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f68d.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\ude8d\" \/> 1. Know Your Route<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Check the address<\/strong> ahead of time \u2014 don\u2019t just rely on memory.<\/li><li><strong>Use a map app<\/strong> (like Google Maps) to figure out how long it takes to get there.<\/li><li><strong>Try a test run<\/strong> before your first day if you can \u2014 especially if you&#8217;re using public transit.<\/li><li><strong>Plan a backup route<\/strong> in case of road closures or delays.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/23f0.svg\" alt=\"\u23f0\" \/> 2. Build in Buffer Time<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Aim to <strong>arrive 10\u201315 minutes early<\/strong> \u2014 this gives you time to breathe, sign in, and get settled.<\/li><li>If you&#8217;re early, <strong>wait nearby or check in politely.<\/strong> Never assume it\u2019s okay to start late.<\/li><li>Set <strong>alarms or calendar reminders<\/strong> for when to leave.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4c5.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcc5\" \/> 3. Prep the Night Before<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Lay out your clothes and pack your lunch.<\/li><li>Check the weather \u2014 especially if you\u2019ll be working outdoors.<\/li><li>Make sure your phone and alarm are fully charged.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4a1.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udca1\" \/> 4. Consistency is Key<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>If you&#8217;re late once, own it \u2014 but don\u2019t let it become a habit.<\/li><li>Text or call your supervisor if you&#8217;re ever running behind.<\/li><li><strong>Being on time builds trust<\/strong> \u2014 and shows you&#8217;re serious about the opportunity.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> The earlier you arrive, the less stressed you\u2019ll feel. Time management isn\u2019t just about clocks \u2014 it\u2019s about confidence.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-1232984824\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-1232984824\" data-tab-index=\"4\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 4;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-4f7667f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4f7667f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-333c3b6 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"333c3b6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-04fc14f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"04fc14f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4f1.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcf1\" \/><span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"> Digital Etiquette<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Social Media Use, Phone Rules &amp; Staying Professional<\/strong><\/p><p>Your phone and social media are part of your life \u2014 but at work, it\u2019s important to know how to keep things professional. Follow these simple tips to show respect and focus while you\u2019re on your internship.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f6ab.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udeab\" \/> Keep Personal Phones on Silent<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Put your phone on <strong>silent or vibrate<\/strong> during work hours.<\/li><li>Use your phone <strong>only during breaks<\/strong> or when given permission.<\/li><li>Avoid texting or scrolling while working or in meetings \u2014 it can seem disrespectful or distracted.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4f5.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcf5\" \/> No Phones in Unsafe Areas<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>In trades or job sites, phones can be a safety hazard.<\/li><li>Always follow workplace rules about <strong>where and when you can use devices<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Never use your phone when operating machinery or driving.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f933.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udd33\" \/> Think Before You Post<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Don\u2019t share photos or videos of your workplace, co-workers, or confidential info without permission.<\/li><li>Avoid complaining or posting negative comments about your internship or employer online.<\/li><li>Remember, future employers might see your social media \u2014 keep it positive!<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f465.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc65\" \/> Be Professional Online &amp; Offline<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Use respectful language in all communication \u2014 texts, emails, or social apps.<\/li><li>If you use work email or devices, treat them as professional tools.<\/li><li>Ask if you\u2019re unsure about social media or device policies at your internship.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Your digital footprint is part of your personal brand. Keeping it professional now can open doors later!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-1232984825\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-1232984825\" data-tab-index=\"5\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 5;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-f42ac10 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f42ac10\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9030def e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9030def\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ed49853 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ed49853\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f3bd.svg\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfbd\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">What to Wear<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Dress Codes Explained by Industry<\/strong><\/p><p>What you wear to your internship says a lot about your attitude and professionalism. Different workplaces have different expectations, so here\u2019s a quick guide to help you dress the part\u2014whether you\u2019re in the trades, an office, or tech.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f6e0.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f\" \/> Trades &amp; Skilled Labour<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Safety first!<\/strong> Always wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): hard hats, steel-toe boots, safety glasses, gloves, and high-visibility clothing.<\/li><li>Dress in comfortable, durable clothes you don\u2019t mind getting dirty.<\/li><li>Avoid loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught in machinery.<\/li><li>If you\u2019re unsure what PPE you need, ask your supervisor before day one.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f3e2.svg\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfe2\" \/> Office &amp; Administrative Roles<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Aim for <strong>business casual<\/strong> unless told otherwise. That means neat, clean clothes like slacks, blouses, polos, or button-down shirts.<\/li><li>Avoid ripped jeans, tank tops, or overly casual clothes like sweatpants or flip-flops.<\/li><li>Keep accessories and makeup professional and minimal.<\/li><li>When in doubt, it\u2019s better to be a little overdressed than underdressed.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4bb.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcbb\" \/> Tech &amp; Creative Fields<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>These workplaces often have a <strong>casual dress code<\/strong>, but it still means clean, tidy, and appropriate.<\/li><li>Jeans, t-shirts, hoodies, and sneakers are usually fine\u2014just avoid anything too sloppy or offensive.<\/li><li>Be mindful of the company culture; some teams might dress up for meetings or presentations.<\/li><li>Check if you\u2019ll need to wear headphones or carry any gear.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2753.svg\" alt=\"\u2753\" \/> General Tips<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>If you\u2019re unsure, <strong>ask your employer<\/strong> before your first day what\u2019s appropriate.<\/li><li>Dress comfortably but respectfully\u2014you want to feel confident and professional.<\/li><li>Remember, your appearance is part of your first impression!<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> When in doubt, bring an extra layer like a jacket or sweater. It\u2019s better to have it and not need it than the other way around.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-335cab9 e-con-full all-content e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"335cab9\" data-element_type=\"container\" id=\"during-content\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c62109f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c62109f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"111\">ON THE JOB<\/strong> \u2013 PRACTICAL TIPS TO HELP YOU COMMUNICATE, STAY SAFE, AND SUCCEED.<\/span><\/h5>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bd3ab89 e-n-tabs-mobile elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-tabs\" data-id=\"bd3ab89\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;horizontal_scroll&quot;:&quot;disable&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-tabs.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs\" data-widget-number=\"198421385\" aria-label=\"Tabs. Open items with Enter or Space, close with Escape and navigate using the Arrow keys.\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs-heading\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-1984213851\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"true\" data-tab-index=\"1\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-1984213851\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 1;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udcac How to Communicate Like a Pro \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-1984213852\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"2\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-1984213852\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 2;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\ude4b Asking for Help \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-1984213853\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"3\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-1984213853\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 3;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83e\udd1d Workplace Expectations \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-1984213854\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"4\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-1984213854\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 4;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udccb Basic Safety Tips \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-1984213855\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"5\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-1984213855\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 5;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udca1 Learning on the Job \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-1984213851\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-1984213851\" data-tab-index=\"1\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 1;\" class=\"e-active elementor-element elementor-element-099a18e e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"099a18e\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-60d6293 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"60d6293\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-18dd691 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"18dd691\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"color: #00ccff;\"><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4ac.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcac\" \/><span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"> How to Communicate Like a Pro &#8211;\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"><strong>Email Tips, Asking Questions &amp; Reporting Problems<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p><p>Good communication helps you learn faster, build relationships, and succeed in your internship. Here\u2019s how to get your message across clearly and professionally\u2014whether you\u2019re emailing, asking for help, or raising a concern.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4e7.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udce7\" \/> Writing Professional Emails<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Use a clear subject line that explains what your email is about.<\/li><li>Start with a polite greeting like \u201cHello\u201d or \u201cHi [Name].\u201d<\/li><li>Keep your message short and to the point.<\/li><li>Use proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation.<\/li><li>End with a polite closing like \u201cThank you\u201d or \u201cBest regards.\u201d<\/li><li>Always include your name and contact info if needed.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2753.svg\" alt=\"\u2753\" \/> Asking Questions<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>It\u2019s okay to ask questions\u2014asking shows you\u2019re engaged and eager to learn!<\/li><li>Try to <strong>be specific<\/strong> about what you need help with.<\/li><li>Use respectful language like \u201cCould you please explain\u2026\u201d or \u201cI\u2019m wondering if\u2026\u201d<\/li><li>Listen carefully to the answer and take notes if you need to.<\/li><li>If you don\u2019t understand, it\u2019s okay to ask again or ask for clarification.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f6a9.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udea9\" \/> Reporting Problems or Concerns<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>If something doesn\u2019t feel right\u2014like unsafe conditions or unfair treatment\u2014speak up.<\/li><li>Tell your supervisor or CAREERS contact as soon as possible.<\/li><li>Be clear and factual when describing the issue.<\/li><li>Remember, you have the right to a safe and respectful workplace.<\/li><li>If you\u2019re unsure how to report, ask your supervisor or CAREERS for guidance.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Good communication is a two-way street\u2014be honest, polite, and open to feedback. It makes a great impression and helps you grow.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-1984213852\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-1984213852\" data-tab-index=\"2\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 2;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-60869c3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"60869c3\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cc5af36 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"cc5af36\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dab9697 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"dab9697\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f64b.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\ude4b\" \/><span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"> Asking for Help<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>When and How to Ask for Support on the Job<\/strong><\/p><p>No one expects you to know everything on your internship \u2014 asking for help shows you\u2019re eager to learn and do things right. Here\u2019s how to get the support you need, confidently and respectfully.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/23f0.svg\" alt=\"\u23f0\" \/> When to Ask for Help<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>If you\u2019re unsure how to complete a task or use equipment safely.<\/li><li>When instructions aren\u2019t clear or you need more information.<\/li><li>If you notice a problem or something unsafe.<\/li><li>When you\u2019re feeling overwhelmed or confused.<\/li><li>Before guessing or trying something you haven\u2019t been shown.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f5e3.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f\" \/> How to Ask for Help<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Find the right person \u2014 usually your supervisor or a coworker who knows the job.<\/li><li>Be polite and clear. Try saying:<ul><li>\u201cCould you please help me with this?\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cI\u2019m not sure how to do this part. Can you show me?\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cI want to make sure I\u2019m doing this right. Can you check my work?\u201d<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Listen carefully to their advice and ask questions if you need to.<\/li><li>Thank them for their support.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f91d.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udd1d\" \/> Remember: Asking for Help is a Strength<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>It shows you care about doing your best and staying safe.<\/li><li>It helps you learn faster and build good relationships.<\/li><li>Everyone needs help sometimes \u2014 even the most experienced workers.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> If you ever feel uncomfortable asking your supervisor, CAREERS is here to support you too. Reach out anytime!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-1984213853\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-1984213853\" data-tab-index=\"3\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 3;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-35ddd28 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"35ddd28\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-21984f9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"21984f9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0fb7079 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0fb7079\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f91d.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udd1d\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Workplace Expectations<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Attendance, Attitude, Teamwork &amp; Initiative<\/strong><\/p><p>Success on your internship isn\u2019t just about skills \u2014 it\u2019s also about how you show up and work with others. Here\u2019s what employers expect to see from you every day.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/23f0.svg\" alt=\"\u23f0\" \/> Be Reliable &amp; On Time<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Show up when you\u2019re scheduled \u2014 every day, on time.<\/li><li>If you\u2019re going to be late or can\u2019t make it, <strong>call or message your supervisor ASAP.<\/strong><\/li><li>Being dependable builds trust and shows respect.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f642.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\ude42\" \/> Keep a Positive Attitude<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Stay friendly, open-minded, and ready to learn.<\/li><li>Accept feedback with a smile and use it to improve.<\/li><li>Avoid complaining or negativity \u2014 it can bring down the whole team.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f91c.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udd1c\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f91b.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udd1b\" \/> Work Well With Others<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Be respectful and cooperative with coworkers and supervisors.<\/li><li>Listen actively and communicate clearly.<\/li><li>Help others when you can \u2014 teamwork makes the workplace better.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f680.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\ude80\" \/> Show Initiative<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Look for ways to help without being asked.<\/li><li>Ask for more tasks if you finish early.<\/li><li>Suggest ideas respectfully when you see a better way to do something.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Employers notice the small things \u2014 a good attitude and strong work ethic can open doors to future opportunities.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-1984213854\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-1984213854\" data-tab-index=\"4\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 4;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-dad2e06 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"dad2e06\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-59a2351 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"59a2351\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-064b953 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"064b953\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4cb.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udccb\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Basic Safety Tips<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Staying Safe Physically &amp; Mentally on the Job<\/strong><\/p><p>You\u2019ve already taken mandatory safety training through school \u2014 and maybe even through <strong>SafeGen<\/strong>, a program operated by CAREERS. Now that you\u2019re stepping into a real workplace, it\u2019s time to build on that knowledge and keep safety top of mind, every day.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f9ef.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\uddef\" \/> Physical Safety<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Follow the rules<\/strong> \u2014 every workplace has its own safety procedures. Don\u2019t cut corners.<\/li><li><strong>Wear your PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)<\/strong> \u2014 hard hats, gloves, goggles, etc. If it\u2019s required, wear it \u2014 no exceptions.<\/li><li><strong>Know the hazards<\/strong> \u2014 whether it\u2019s chemicals, machines, or moving vehicles, always be alert to risks around you.<\/li><li><strong>Speak up<\/strong> if you see something unsafe or if you don\u2019t understand how to do a task safely.<\/li><\/ul><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f517.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd17\" \/> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.careersnextgen.ca\/old\/safegen\/\">Visit SafeGen for more information and upcoming safety contests<\/a><\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f9e0.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udde0\" \/> Mental Health Matters Too<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>New environments can feel overwhelming \u2014 and that\u2019s okay.<\/li><li>Take breaks, breathe, and talk to someone if you\u2019re feeling stressed or anxious.<\/li><li>You\u2019re never alone \u2014 reach out to your CAREERS coordinator, a teacher, or a trusted adult if you need support.<\/li><\/ul><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.albertahealthservices.ca\/amh\/amh.aspx\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f517.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd17\" \/> Visit Alberta Health Services \u2013 Mental Health Resources<\/a><\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4d8.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcd8\" \/> Safety Resources at Your Fingertips<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>WHMIS Refresher<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/whmis.org\">whmis.org<\/a><\/li><li><strong>SafeGen Safety Courses &amp; Info<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.careersnextgen.ca\/old\/safegen\/\">careersnextgen.ca\/safegen<\/a><\/li><li><strong>Your Employer\u2019s Safety Manual<\/strong>: Ask for it on your first day!<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Safety isn\u2019t just your right \u2014 it\u2019s your responsibility. Ask questions, stay alert, and trust your gut. If something doesn\u2019t feel right, don\u2019t ignore it.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-1984213855\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-1984213855\" data-tab-index=\"5\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 5;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-b10df8e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b10df8e\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c9687cf e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c9687cf\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-52c99c0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"52c99c0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Learning on the Job<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>How to Ask for Feedback, Track Your Progress &amp; Keep Growing<\/strong><\/p><p>Your internship is more than just work experience \u2014 it\u2019s a chance to learn about yourself, your skills, and what kind of future you want. Here\u2019s how to make the most of it by learning as you go.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f Ask for Feedback<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Feedback helps you grow \u2014 don\u2019t be afraid to ask for it!<\/li><li>Try saying:<ul><li>\u201cIs there anything I could be doing better?\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cHow did I do on that last task?\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cWhat should I focus on next?\u201d<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Listen with an open mind \u2014 even if it\u2019s hard to hear. Feedback is a gift!<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\ud83d\udcd3 Keep a Learning Journal<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Write down what you did each day and what you learned.<\/li><li>Note any new skills, tools, or tips you picked up.<\/li><li>Reflect on what went well \u2014 and what you\u2019d like to improve.<\/li><li>Use a notebook or a notes app on your phone. It doesn\u2019t have to be fancy \u2014 just consistent.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\u2705 Track Your Progress<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Set small goals for yourself (e.g., \u201cLearn how to safely operate this tool by week 2.\u201d)<\/li><li>Celebrate milestones (like your first solo task, first team meeting, or first piece of feedback).<\/li><li>Keep a list of what you\u2019ve accomplished \u2014 it\u2019s great for future job interviews or resumes.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Every shift is a chance to learn something new. Ask questions, stay curious, and take pride in how far you\u2019ve come \u2014 even the small wins matter.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ba2b113 e-con-full all-content e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ba2b113\" data-element_type=\"container\" id=\"rights-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-37aa85f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"37aa85f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"111\">WORKPLACE RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES<\/strong> \u2013 A CLEAR OVERVIEW OF YOUR RIGHTS AS A YOUNG WORKER.\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f1556ef e-n-tabs-mobile elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-tabs\" data-id=\"f1556ef\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;horizontal_scroll&quot;:&quot;disable&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-tabs.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs\" data-widget-number=\"253056751\" aria-label=\"Tabs. Open items with Enter or Space, close with Escape and navigate using the Arrow keys.\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs-heading\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-2530567511\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"true\" data-tab-index=\"1\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-2530567511\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 1;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udd10 Know Your Rights \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-2530567512\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"2\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-2530567512\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 2;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udcc3 Employment Contracts 101 \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-2530567513\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"3\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-2530567513\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 3;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udcb8 Getting Paid \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-2530567514\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"4\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-2530567514\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 4;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udea9 What to Do if Something Feels Off \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-2530567511\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-2530567511\" data-tab-index=\"1\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 1;\" class=\"e-active elementor-element elementor-element-171e6ba e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"171e6ba\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-368a3b1 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"368a3b1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-888fd22 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"888fd22\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f510.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd10\" \/><span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"> Know Your Rights<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Youth Employment Standards in Alberta<\/strong><\/p><p>Starting a new job can be exciting \u2014 but it\u2019s also important to know your rights. As a young worker in Alberta, there are specific rules in place to keep you safe, respected, and treated fairly on the job. Here\u2019s what you need to know.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/> You Have the Right To:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Be paid at least minimum wage.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Take breaks.<\/strong> If you work 5+ hours, you\u2019re entitled to a 30-minute break.<\/li><li><strong>Work in a safe environment.<\/strong> You must be trained and supervised.<\/li><li><strong>Say no to unsafe work<\/strong> \u2014 and not get in trouble for it.<\/li><li><strong>Receive a pay stub<\/strong> showing your hours, wages, and deductions.<\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f552.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd52\" \/> How Many Hours Can You Work?<\/strong><\/p><p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">According to the Alberta\u00a0<\/span><u><a id=\"OWA2f050013-d067-3d96-53f6-2108d54f24b0\" title=\"https:\/\/open.alberta.ca\/dataset\/156fb188-6ff4-4074-be74-4db5bd21552d\/resource\/20d3f965-1b1a-4bc6-878c-b45c24eff008\/download\/lbr-es-guide-for-youth-2021-07.pdf\" href=\"https:\/\/open.alberta.ca\/dataset\/156fb188-6ff4-4074-be74-4db5bd21552d\/resource\/20d3f965-1b1a-4bc6-878c-b45c24eff008\/download\/lbr-es-guide-for-youth-2021-07.pdf\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"0\">Employment Standards Guide for Youth | Government of Alberta<\/a><\/u>:<\/p><ul><li><span role=\"presentation\"><b>Ages 13\u201314<\/b>: may only work up to 2 hours outside of regular school hours on school days, and up to 8 hours on non-school days, unless enrolled in an off-campus education program. Youth under 15 may also require special approval (permits) to work.<\/span><\/li><li><span role=\"presentation\"><b>Age 15<\/b>: cannot work during school hours unless enrolled in an off-campus education program.<\/span><\/li><li><span role=\"presentation\"><b>Ages 16+<\/b>: this restriction does not apply.<\/span><span role=\"presentation\"><br \/><\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4ac.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcac\" \/> What If Something Feels Off?<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Talk to your <strong>supervisor<\/strong> first if you have concerns.<\/li><li>If that doesn\u2019t help, reach out to your <strong>CAREERS coordinator<\/strong> or a trusted adult.<\/li><li>You can also contact <strong>Alberta Employment Standards<\/strong> \u2014 they\u2019re there to protect you.<\/li><\/ul><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alberta.ca\/youth-employment-laws\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f517.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd17\" \/> More info on Alberta youth employment laws<\/a><\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f9e0.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udde0\" \/> Reminder:<\/strong><\/p><p>Knowing your rights helps you stay safe, speak up, and feel confident at work. You\u2019re not just there to learn \u2014 you deserve to be respected and treated fairly, every shift.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-2530567512\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-2530567512\" data-tab-index=\"2\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 2;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-dfe1a2c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"dfe1a2c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-35917cc e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"35917cc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4262422 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4262422\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>\ud83d\udcc3 <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Employment Contracts 101<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>A Simple Guide to What You\u2019re Signing<\/strong><\/p><p>Starting a new internship or job usually comes with some paperwork \u2014 and one of the most important documents is your <strong>employment contract<\/strong>. Don\u2019t worry \u2014 it\u2019s not as scary as it sounds. Here\u2019s what you need to know before you sign.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83e\uddfe What Is an Employment Contract?<\/strong><\/p><p>An employment contract is a written agreement between you and your employer. It outlines the basics of your job \u2014 what\u2019s expected of you, and what you can expect in return.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udd0d Common Terms You Might See<\/strong><\/p><table><thead><tr><td><p><strong>Term<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p><strong>What It Means<\/strong><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>Job Title<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>The position you\u2019re being hired for.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Duties\/Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>A list of tasks you\u2019ll be expected to do.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Start Date \/ End Date<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>When your job begins and (if applicable) ends.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Hours of Work<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>Your schedule: how many hours a day or week you\u2019ll work.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Wage \/ Pay<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>How much you\u2019ll be paid per hour, plus any overtime details.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Breaks<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>Info about your rest periods (usually 30 mins every 5 hours).<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Termination<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>What happens if the job ends early (from either side).<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Workplace Rules<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>Expectations around conduct, dress code, or safety.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p><strong>\u270d\ufe0f Before You Sign<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Read the whole contract.<\/strong> Don\u2019t rush.<\/li><li><strong>Ask questions<\/strong> if you don\u2019t understand something \u2014 that\u2019s okay!<\/li><li><strong>Keep a copy<\/strong> for your records (digital or paper).<\/li><li>If anything feels unfair or confusing, talk to your CAREERS coordinator or a trusted adult before signing.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Pro Tip:<\/strong><\/p><p>You have a right to understand what you\u2019re agreeing to. Never feel pressured to sign something you haven\u2019t read or don\u2019t understand.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-2530567513\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-2530567513\" data-tab-index=\"3\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 3;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-18748e7 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"18748e7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-601cec7 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"601cec7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0df499c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0df499c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>\ud83d\udcb8 <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Getting Paid<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>How to Read a Pay Stub and Understand Where Your Money Goes<\/strong><\/p><p>Getting your first paycheck is a big moment \u2014 but it can be a little confusing, too. Let\u2019s break down what you\u2019re seeing and what it all means.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udcc4 What\u2019s a Pay Stub?<\/strong><\/p><p>A <strong>pay stub<\/strong> (also called a pay statement) is a record of your earnings for each pay period. It shows what you made, what was deducted, and how much you actually take home.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83e\uddfe How to Read Your Pay Stub<\/strong><\/p><table><thead><tr><td><p><strong>Term<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p><strong>What It Means<\/strong><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>Gross Pay<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>The total amount you earned <em>before<\/em> any deductions.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Deductions<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>Money taken off for things like taxes or benefits.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Net Pay<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>The amount you <em>actually<\/em> get \u2014 this goes into your bank account.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Hours Worked<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>How many hours you worked that pay period.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Rate of Pay<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>How much you earn per hour.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>YTD (Year-to-Date)<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>Totals for earnings and deductions so far this year.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p><strong>\ud83d\udcb0 Why Are Deductions Taken Off?<\/strong><\/p><p>Even as a student or intern, your paycheck might include deductions for:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Income tax<\/strong> \u2013 goes to the government.<\/li><li><strong>Canada Pension Plan (CPP)<\/strong> \u2013 usually starts when you&#8217;re over 18.<\/li><li><strong>Employment Insurance (EI)<\/strong> \u2013 helps support people if they lose their job.<\/li><\/ul><p>Don\u2019t worry \u2014 it\u2019s normal and required by law.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83c\udfe6 Tips for Managing Your Pay<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Open a bank account<\/strong> if you don\u2019t already have one (most employers do direct deposit).<\/li><li><strong>Check your pay stub<\/strong> every time to make sure your hours and rate are correct.<\/li><li><strong>Ask questions<\/strong> if something doesn\u2019t look right \u2014 it\u2019s your money!<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\ud83d\udd17 Extra Help<\/strong><\/p><p>Here\u2019s a sample pay stub for practice. If you need any of these sections explained, talk to your CAREERS coordinator \u2013 we\u2019d be happy to help!<\/p><p><strong>Sample Pay Stub<\/strong><\/p><p>Employee Name: Jordan Taylor<\/p><p>Employer: Alberta Welding Co.<\/p><p>Pay Period: May 15\u2013May 31, 2025<\/p><p>Pay Date: June 3, 2025<\/p><p>Employee ID: 002519<\/p><table><tbody><tr><td width=\"288\"><p>Earnings<\/p><\/td><td width=\"288\"><p>Deductions<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"288\"><p>Regular Hours (80 @ $18.00\/hr): $1,440.00<\/p><\/td><td width=\"288\"><p>Income Tax: $155.00<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"288\"><p>Overtime Hours (4 @ $27.00\/hr): $108.00<\/p><\/td><td width=\"288\"><p>CPP: $68.76<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"288\"><p>Gross Pay: $1,548.00<\/p><\/td><td width=\"288\"><p>EI: $27.84<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"288\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"288\"><p>Total Deductions: $251.60<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p>Net Pay (Deposit): $1,296.40<\/p><p>YTD Earnings: $6,192.00<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-2530567514\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-2530567514\" data-tab-index=\"4\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 4;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-a127e04 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a127e04\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4de359c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4de359c\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-07febba elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"07febba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f6a9.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udea9\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">What to Do if Something Feels Off<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Harassment, unsafe tasks, and how to speak up with confidence<\/strong><\/p><p>Sometimes during an internship, you might encounter a situation that just doesn\u2019t feel right. It could be a task that seems unsafe, a comment that crosses a line, or a situation that makes you feel uncomfortable. Whatever it is \u2014 you don\u2019t have to deal with it alone.<\/p><p><strong>Trust your instincts<\/strong><\/p><p>If something feels off, it probably is. Your safety and well-being always come first, no matter where you work or who you\u2019re working with.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/26a0.svg\" alt=\"\u26a0\ufe0f\" \/> Examples of \u201csomething off\u201d might include:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Being asked to do a task that feels unsafe or you haven\u2019t been trained for<\/li><li>Comments or jokes that make you uncomfortable<\/li><li>Bullying, discrimination, or harassment of any kind<\/li><li>Feeling pressured to do something that goes against your values or the rules<\/li><li>Not being allowed proper breaks, or being asked to work hours that go beyond what\u2019s allowed<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4ac.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcac\" \/> What you can do<\/strong><\/p><ol><li><strong> Speak up (if you feel safe to do so):<\/strong><br \/>Sometimes a simple, respectful statement can help set boundaries. Try:<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f449.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc49\" \/> \u201cI\u2019m not comfortable with that.\u201d<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f449.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc49\" \/> \u201cCan I get some training before I do this task?\u201d<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f449.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc49\" \/> \u201cThat comment wasn\u2019t okay with me.\u201d<\/li><\/ol><div>\u00a0<\/div><ol><li><strong> Talk to someone you trust at work:<\/strong><br \/>That could be your supervisor, a team lead, or your HR contact. You don\u2019t have to figure it out on your own \u2014 they\u2019re there to help.<\/li><\/ol><div>\u00a0<\/div><ol><li><strong> Reach out to CAREERS:<\/strong><br \/>We\u2019re here to support you during your internship. If you\u2019re not sure what to do or need a second opinion, contact your CAREERS coordinator or email GetStarted@nextgen.org.<\/li><\/ol><div>\u00a0<\/div><ol><li><strong> Know your reporting options:<\/strong><br \/>You can file a complaint about unsafe work or harassment with Alberta Occupational Health and Safety or the Alberta Human Rights Commission. You have the right to a safe, respectful workplace.<\/li><\/ol><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4cc.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udccc\" \/> Remember:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>You have the right to refuse unsafe work.<\/li><li>You have the right to be treated with respect.<\/li><li>You have the right to speak up \u2014 and to be heard.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p>Your voice matters. If something doesn\u2019t feel right, there are people ready to listen and support you. You\u2019re never alone.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2b612d2 e-con-full all-content e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2b612d2\" data-element_type=\"container\" id=\"finishing-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ceb4b44 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ceb4b44\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"111\">FINISHING STRONG<\/strong> \u2013 HOW TO WRAP UP YOUR INTERNSHIP PROFESSIONALLY AND USE THE EXPERIENCE TO TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP.\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-89c4a0d e-n-tabs-mobile elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-tabs\" data-id=\"89c4a0d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;horizontal_scroll&quot;:&quot;disable&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-tabs.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs\" data-widget-number=\"144460301\" aria-label=\"Tabs. Open items with Enter or Space, close with Escape and navigate using the Arrow keys.\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs-heading\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-1444603011\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"true\" data-tab-index=\"1\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-1444603011\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 1;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83e\uddfe Exit Checklist \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-1444603012\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"2\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-1444603012\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 2;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83c\udf1f How to Leave a Good Impression \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-1444603013\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"3\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-1444603013\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 3;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udcc4 Updating Your Resume \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-1444603014\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"4\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-1444603014\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 4;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udd01 What's Next? \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-1444603011\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-1444603011\" data-tab-index=\"1\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 1;\" class=\"e-active elementor-element elementor-element-43cae80 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"43cae80\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6c7554c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6c7554c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-60c9988 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"60c9988\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>\ud83e\uddfe <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Exit Checklist<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>What to do before your internship wraps up<\/strong><\/p><p>Finishing your internship is a big achievement \u2014 congrats! To make sure everything ends smoothly, here\u2019s a quick checklist of important things to do before your last day.<\/p><p><strong>\u2705 Return Company Gear &amp; Tools<\/strong><\/p><p>If you borrowed any equipment, tools, or safety gear, make sure to return them in good condition. This shows responsibility and helps keep the workplace running smoothly.<\/p><p><strong>\u2705 Request References<\/strong><\/p><p>Ask your supervisor or mentor if they\u2019d be willing to provide a reference or recommendation. A positive reference can really help you with future job or school applications.<\/p><p>\ud83d\udc49 Tip: It\u2019s best to ask <strong>before<\/strong> your last day so they have time to prepare.<\/p><p><strong>\u2705 Understand Your Final Pay<\/strong><\/p><p>Make sure you know when and how you\u2019ll get your final paycheck, including any remaining hours or vacation pay. Check your pay stub carefully \u2014 and ask questions if something doesn\u2019t add up.<\/p><p><strong>\u2705 Say Thank You!<\/strong><\/p><p>Take a moment to thank your supervisor, team, or anyone who helped you along the way. A little gratitude leaves a great final impression and keeps your professional network strong.<\/p><p><strong>\u2705 Share Your Feedback<\/strong><\/p><p>Many workplaces or CAREERS programs ask for feedback on your internship experience. Be honest and constructive \u2014 your input helps improve things for future interns.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Bonus Tip: Update Your Resume<\/strong><\/p><p>Add your internship experience while it\u2019s fresh in your mind. Highlight what you learned and the skills you gained \u2014 it\u2019ll make your resume shine.<\/p><p>Wrapping up your internship on a positive note sets you up for success in your next career step. You did great \u2014 now finish strong!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-1444603012\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-1444603012\" data-tab-index=\"2\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 2;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-23291e5 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"23291e5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7660d06 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7660d06\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-36088da elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"36088da\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>\ud83c\udf1f <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">How to Leave a Good Impression<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Ending your internship on a high note<\/strong><\/p><p>Your internship journey might be wrapping up, but the impressions you leave can last a lifetime. Finishing strong helps build your professional reputation\u2014and opens doors for future opportunities.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udc4b Say Goodbye Thoughtfully<\/strong><\/p><p>Before you head out, take a moment to personally say goodbye to your supervisor, coworkers, and anyone who supported you. A simple \u201cThank you for the opportunity\u201d goes a long way and shows your appreciation.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udc8c Send a Thank-You Email<\/strong><\/p><p>Following up with a thoughtful thank-you email is a professional touch that will be remembered. Here\u2019s a quick template you can customize:<\/p><p><strong>Subject:<\/strong> Thank You for the Internship Opportunity<\/p><p><strong>Hi [Supervisor\u2019s Name],<\/strong><\/p><p>I just wanted to thank you and the team for the amazing opportunity to intern at [Company Name]. I\u2019ve learned so much and truly appreciate your guidance and support throughout my time here.<\/p><p>Please let me know if there\u2019s anything I can do to help during the transition. I hope to stay in touch!<\/p><p>Thanks again,<br \/>[Your Name]<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udc4d Keep It Positive<\/strong><\/p><p>Even if your internship had challenges, focus on the positives in your farewell. Being gracious and professional reflects well on you and helps maintain good relationships.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udcc7 Stay Connected<\/strong><\/p><p>If appropriate, connect with your supervisor or coworkers on LinkedIn or through other professional channels. Keeping your network active can lead to future references or job leads.<\/p><p>Leaving a great final impression shows professionalism, gratitude, and maturity. You\u2019ve worked hard \u2014 now let that shine right to the very end!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-1444603013\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-1444603013\" data-tab-index=\"3\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 3;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-52aa5f8 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"52aa5f8\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e51b790 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e51b790\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3a5d195 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3a5d195\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4c4.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcc4\" \/><span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"> Updating Your Resume<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Showcase your internship experience and skills with confidence<\/strong><\/p><p>Your internship wasn\u2019t just a job \u2014 it was a valuable learning experience that can boost your resume and help you stand out to future employers or schools. Now\u2019s the perfect time to add it!<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/270d.svg\" alt=\"\u270d\ufe0f\" \/> What to Include<\/strong><\/p><p>When updating your resume, think about:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Your role and company:<\/strong> Write your job title and the company name clearly.<\/li><li><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Include the start and end month\/year of your internship.<\/li><li><strong>Key responsibilities:<\/strong> List the main tasks you performed. Focus on those that show responsibility and new skills.<\/li><li><strong>Skills gained:<\/strong> Highlight both technical skills (like operating tools or software) and soft skills (like teamwork, communication, or problem-solving).<\/li><li><strong>Achievements:<\/strong> Did you complete a special project, get recognized, or solve a tricky problem? Mention it!<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4a1.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udca1\" \/> Example entry<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Intern, Alberta Welding Co.<\/strong><br \/><em>May 2025 \u2013 August 2025<\/em><\/p><ul><li>Assisted with welding preparation and equipment setup<\/li><li>Followed strict safety protocols including WHMIS and PPE use<\/li><li>Collaborated with a team to complete daily production goals<\/li><li>Improved time management by meeting tight deadlines<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4cc.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udccc\" \/> Tips for Success<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Use <strong>action verbs<\/strong> like \u201cassisted,\u201d \u201cdeveloped,\u201d \u201corganized,\u201d or \u201cled.\u201d<\/li><li>Keep bullet points <strong>clear and concise<\/strong> \u2014 one or two lines each.<\/li><li>Tailor your resume to the job you want by emphasizing the most relevant experience.<\/li><li>Proofread carefully \u2014 spelling and grammar count!<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f680.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\ude80\" \/> Ready to apply?<\/strong><\/p><p>With your updated resume, you\u2019re one step closer to landing your next great opportunity. Proudly show off what you\u2019ve learned and accomplished!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-1444603014\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-1444603014\" data-tab-index=\"4\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 4;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-847e259 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"847e259\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c5c1a8f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c5c1a8f\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d8a04a0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d8a04a0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>\ud83d\udd01 <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">What\u2019s Next?<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Keep exploring, learning, and growing<\/strong><\/p><p>Congrats on completing your internship! This is just the beginning of your career journey \u2014 and there\u2019s so much more ahead to discover.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\ude80 Keep Exploring Career Paths<\/strong><\/p><p>Your internship gave you a taste of one industry or role, but there are many others out there. Keep an open mind, try new things, and explore different opportunities to find what really sparks your passion.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83c\udfaf Apply for Another Placement<\/strong><\/p><p>Want to build more skills or experience a different field? Consider applying for another internship or placement through CAREERS. Each experience adds to your resume and helps you grow your network.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udcda Keep Learning<\/strong><\/p><p>Whether it\u2019s a course, workshop, or self-study, keep building your skills and knowledge. The more you learn, the more confident and prepared you\u2019ll be for whatever comes next.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83e\udd1d Stay Connected<\/strong><\/p><p>Keep in touch with your supervisors, mentors, and CAREERS contacts \u2014 they can offer advice, references, or help with your next steps.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Remember:<\/strong><\/p><p>Your career path isn\u2019t a straight line \u2014 it\u2019s an exciting adventure full of twists, turns, and new opportunities. Keep moving forward, stay curious, and trust yourself.<\/p><p>You\u2019ve got what it takes \u2014 and we\u2019re here cheering you on every step of the way!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ec2e7c4 e-con-full all-content e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ec2e7c4\" data-element_type=\"container\" id=\"resources-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8df2918 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8df2918\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"111\">SUPPORT AND RESOURCES<\/strong> \u2013 WHERE TO GO FOR HELP, MENTORSHIP, AND TOOLS TO SUPPORT YOUR CAREER JOURNEY.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/h5><div class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"><div class=\"flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c5260d4 e-n-tabs-mobile elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-tabs\" data-id=\"c5260d4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;horizontal_scroll&quot;:&quot;disable&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-tabs.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs\" data-widget-number=\"206725332\" aria-label=\"Tabs. Open items with Enter or Space, close with Escape and navigate using the Arrow keys.\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs-heading\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-2067253321\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"true\" data-tab-index=\"1\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-2067253321\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 1;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udcde Contact CAREERS \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-2067253322\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"2\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-2067253322\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 2;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udcac Become a champion\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-2067253323\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"3\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-2067253323\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 3;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udcda Helpful Links  \t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-2067253321\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-2067253321\" data-tab-index=\"1\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 1;\" class=\"e-active elementor-element elementor-element-cffb8b0 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"cffb8b0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bef0d9f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"bef0d9f\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7e3aca9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7e3aca9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"237\">\ud83d\udcde <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"><strong data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"235\">Contact CAREERS \u2013 Let\u2019s Keep Going!<\/strong><\/span><\/p><p data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"298\">Did you enjoy your internship experience? Why stop there?<\/p><p data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"563\">There are <em data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"314\">so<\/em> many in-demand careers across Alberta \u2014 and CAREERS is here to help you keep exploring. Whether you want to try another internship, dive deeper into a specific industry, or you\u2019re graduating and ready for the next step, we\u2019ve got options for you.<\/p><p data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"820\">\ud83c\udf93 <strong data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"594\">Done with high school?<\/strong><br data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"597\" \/>Check out our <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.careersnextgen.ca\/old\/get-an-internship\/post-high-school\/u21-program\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"703\">U21 Program<\/a> \u2014 it\u2019s designed for young adults under 21 who want to continue building experience and connections after graduation.<\/p><p data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"984\">\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"863\">Ready for more hands-on learning?<\/strong><br data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"866\" \/>Let\u2019s find your next internship or apprenticeship opportunity. Fill out the form below on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.careersnextgen.ca\/old\/contact\/\"><span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"><strong>CONTACT US<\/strong><\/span><\/a> page and we\u2019ll help you get started!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-2067253322\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-2067253322\" data-tab-index=\"2\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 2;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-4ee0951 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4ee0951\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-44b49a0 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"44b49a0\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-460b33a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"460b33a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4dd.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcdd\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Become a Champion!<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p data-start=\"168\" data-end=\"556\">You&#8217;ve learned a lot over the course of your internship. Stay connected with CAREERS and share your experience with others! Whether you\u2019re continuing your education, jumping into the workforce, or still figuring things out \u2014 keep the momentum going and make the most of being part of the CAREERS Alumni community.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"605\">\ud83d\udc65 <span style=\"color: #000000;\">Join the CAREERS Alumni LinkedIn Group<\/span><\/h4><p data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"957\">Stay in the loop with career opportunities, industry news, and inspiring alumni stories by joining our <strong data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"742\">CAREERS Alumni LinkedIn Group<\/strong>. This is your space to build connections, stay informed, and even spot new job or mentorship opportunities.<br data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"853\" \/>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/groups\/13975150\/\"><strong data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"869\">JOIN HERE<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a><\/p><h4 data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"985\">\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f<span style=\"color: #000000;\"> Share Your Story<\/span><\/h4><p data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1386\">Your story matters! By sharing your internship experience, you can help inspire the next generation of students to explore skilled trades, technologies, and in-demand careers. Whether it was a career-changing moment or just a great learning experience, we\u2019d love to hear about it.<br data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1269\" \/>\ud83d\udc49<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/careersnextgen.tfaforms.net\/5181526\">TELL US YOUR STORY<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1423\">\ud83d\udca1 <span style=\"color: #000000;\">Become a Mentor or Speaker<\/span><\/h4><p data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1738\">Looking to pay it forward? CAREERS is always looking for alumni to share their experiences through classroom talks, career fairs, and mentorship opportunities. You don\u2019t have to be an expert \u2014 just someone willing to give advice and encouragement.\ud83d\udc49 <strong data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1710\">Interested? Reach out anytime<\/strong>: <a class=\"cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1738\">communications@nextgen.org<\/a><\/p><h4 data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1770\">\ud83d\udce3<span style=\"color: #000000;\"> Be a CAREERS Champion<\/span><\/h4><p data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"2140\">Help us spread the word! You can help more students (and even employers) get involved by using our <strong data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1898\">CAREERS Champion Toolkit<\/strong>. Whether it\u2019s sharing a post on social media or speaking to your old high school, your voice can make a big difference.<br data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2021\" \/>\ud83d\udc49<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.careersnextgen.ca\/old\/champion\/\">EXPLORE THE CHAMPION TOOLKIT<\/a> \u00a0<\/strong><\/p><h4 data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2185\">\ud83d\ude80 <span style=\"color: #000000;\">Future Employer? Remember CAREERS!<\/span><\/h4><p data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2699\">One day you might be the person hiring interns \u2014 and we\u2019d love to work with you again! CAREERS makes it easy to hire and support youth through paid internships. When that time comes, we\u2019re here to help you give back and build your future workforce.<br data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2437\" \/>\ud83d\udc49<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.careersnextgen.ca\/old\/support-an-intern\/youth-internship-incentive-program-yiip\/employer-eligibility\/\">LEARN MORE\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p><hr data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"2704\" \/><p data-start=\"2706\" data-end=\"2838\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Remember \u2014 once a CAREERS intern, always part of the CAREERS community. Stay in touch, stay involved, and keep building your future!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-2067253323\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-2067253323\" data-tab-index=\"3\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 3;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-fdb91cd e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"fdb91cd\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-144902c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"144902c\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-936d437 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"936d437\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\ud83d\udcda <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"><strong data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"240\">Helpful Links<\/strong><\/span><\/p><p data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"497\">Looking to dig a little deeper? These resources will help you learn more about careers, internships, safety, and apprenticeships in Alberta. Whether you\u2019re planning your future or just trying to land your next opportunity, this is a great place to start!<\/p><hr data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"502\" \/><p data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"545\">\ud83e\udded <strong data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"545\">Career Exploration &amp; Planning<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"1044\"><li data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"651\"><p data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"651\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/careersnextgenreports.ca\/\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"574\">CAREERS Annual Report<\/a> \u2013 See the big picture of how internships are creating impact across Alberta.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"736\"><p data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"736\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/occinfo\/occupations-in-alberta\/\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"678\">Occupation Research<\/a> \u2013 Not sure what career path is right for you? Start here.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"845\"><p data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"845\"><a class=\"cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/look-for-work\/find-work\/how-to-find-the-work-you-want\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"843\">ALIS \u2013 How to Find the Work You Want<\/a><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"961\"><p data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"961\"><a class=\"cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/tools-and-resources\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"961\">ALIS \u2013 Career Planning and Assessment Tools<\/a><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"1044\"><p data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1044\"><a class=\"cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/occinfo\/occupations-in-alberta\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1044\">ALIS Occupations List<\/a><\/p><\/li><\/ul><hr data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1049\" \/><p data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1087\">\ud83d\udd27 <strong data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1087\">Trades &amp; Apprenticeships<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1806\"><li data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1210\"><p data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1210\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tradesecrets.alberta.ca\/trades-in-alberta\/designated-trades-profiles\/\">Tradesecrets<\/a> \u2013 Trades &amp; Occupations List<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1352\"><p data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1352\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tradesecrets.alberta.ca\/trades-in-alberta\/compulsory-certification-trades\/\">Apprenticeship and Industry Training<\/a> &#8211; Compulsory Certification Trades<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1456\"><p data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1456\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/tradesecrets.alberta.ca\/apprentice-services\/\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1383\">Apprenticeship Research<\/a> \u2013 Discover what apprenticeship pathways are available and how they work.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1566\"><p data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1566\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/tradesecrets.alberta.ca\/trades-in-alberta\/\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1503\">Trades in Alberta: What Are the Trades?<\/a> \u2013 A student-friendly overview of what &#8220;trades&#8221; actually means.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1701\"><p data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1701\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/tradesecrets.alberta.ca\/get-started\/start-in-high-school\/registered-apprenticeship-program\/#:~:text=How%20it%20Works,of%20high%20school%20graduation%2C%20and\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1622\">Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) Overview<\/a> \u2013 Learn how high school students like you can get started in the trades early.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1806\"><p data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1806\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/tradesecrets.alberta.ca\/mytradesecrets\/apply-online\/\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1741\">How to Register as an Apprentice<\/a> \u2013 Step-by-step info for when you&#8217;re ready to take the next step.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><hr data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"1811\" \/><p data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1853\">\ud83d\udcbc <strong data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1853\">Internship Prep &amp; Job Skills<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"2287\"><li data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1936\"><p data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1936\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/succeed-at-work\/\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1883\">Internship Preparation<\/a> \u2013 Tips and tools to help you hit the ground running.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2081\"><p data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"2081\"><a class=\"cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/tools-and-resources\/questions-and-answers\/what-should-i-include-in-my-cover-letter\/#:~:text=Your%20cover%20letter%20needs%20to,chances%20of%20getting%20an%20interview.\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"2081\">ALIS \u2013 Writing an Effective Cover Letter<\/a><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2201\"><p data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2201\"><a class=\"cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/look-for-work\/resumes-and-references\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2201\">ALIS \u2013 Writing an Effective Resume<\/a><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2287\"><p data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2287\"><a class=\"cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/categories\/look-for-work\/interviews\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2287\">ALIS \u2013 Interview Preparation<\/a><\/p><\/li><\/ul><hr data-start=\"2289\" data-end=\"2292\" \/><p data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2334\">\ud83e\uddba <strong data-start=\"2302\" data-end=\"2334\">Safety &amp; Workplace Readiness<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2618\"><li data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2428\"><p data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2428\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.alberta.ca\/occupational-health-safety\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2358\">Safety Resources<\/a> \u2013 General health, safety, and mental wellness info for young workers.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2618\"><p data-start=\"2518\" data-end=\"2618\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.careersnextgen.ca\/old\/safegen\/\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2518\" data-end=\"2557\">Alberta High School Safety Courses<\/a> \u2013 Online safety courses to boost your confidence and skills.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a8a7ec2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a8a7ec2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Still have questions? Reach out to your CAREERS coordinator or <a class=\"cursor-pointer\" style=\"color: #ffffff;\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1139\">contact us directly<\/a> \u2014 we\u2019re happy to help!<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-413e3a0 elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-hidden-mobile e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"413e3a0\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-de120ae elementor-hidden-desktop elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"de120ae\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<script src=\"https:\/\/code.jquery.com\/jquery-3.6.0.min.js\"><\/script>\r\n<script>\r\nvar $ = jQuery\r\n$(document).ready(function(){\r\n    $('[data-showme]').on('click', function(){\r\n        var showme = $(this).attr('data-showme')\r\n        \r\n        $('.all-content').hide()\r\n        $('#' + showme).show()\r\n    })\r\n})\r\n<\/script>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ae1382c elementor-hidden-desktop e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ae1382c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2464cf3 elementor-hidden-desktop e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2464cf3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-17ebe0e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"17ebe0e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"111\">BEFORE YOU START<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #003087;\">Everything you need to feel confident and prepared for your first day on the job.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8c9af3e elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"8c9af3e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. 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That first day can feel like a big deal \u2014 and it is! Whether you\u2019re stepping onto a construction site or walking into an office, we\u2019ve got your back. Here&#8217;s what to expect and how to show up confident and ready to learn.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f6aa.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udeaa\"> Before You Arrive: A Few Basics for Everyone<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No matter where you&#8217;re working, some things are always true:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Know where you&#8217;re going<\/strong> \u2013 Double check your start time, location, and who to ask for when you arrive.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bring the essentials<\/strong> \u2013 Water bottle, snacks\/lunch, notebook, and any items your employer told you to bring (like ID, PPE, or paperwork).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be early<\/strong> \u2013 Arrive 10\u201315 minutes early if you can. First impressions matter!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dress appropriately<\/strong> \u2013 See below for what to wear depending on your internship type.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f6e0.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f\"> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">If You\u2019re Starting a Trades Internship<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Expect a more physical environment \u2014 think job sites, shops, or warehouses. You\u2019ll likely be around equipment, tools, or vehicles.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f45a.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc5a\"> What to Wear<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Steel-toe boots (often required)<\/li>\n<li>Durable pants (no rips or shorts)<\/li>\n<li>Layers \u2014 mornings may be chilly<\/li>\n<li>PPE if provided (like a hard hat, gloves, or safety glasses)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<p><strong>TIP:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re not sure what to wear or bring, contact your CAREERS rep or employer before Day One.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f50d.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd0d\"> What You\u2019ll Do<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Get a safety orientation \u2014 this could include videos, a tour, or reviewing rules<\/li>\n<li>Meet your journeyperson or supervisor<\/li>\n<li>Shadow someone to start \u2014 watch and learn<\/li>\n<li>Possibly help with setup, cleanup, or tool organization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\"> How to Succeed<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ask questions \u2014 nobody expects you to know everything<\/li>\n<li>Listen carefully and watch how others work<\/li>\n<li>Be respectful and alert \u2014 safety is priority #1<\/li>\n<li>Take breaks when allowed, and hydrate often<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4bb.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcbb\"> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">If You\u2019re Starting an Office or Professional Internship<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Office or tech placements can be quieter and more structured, with lots of teamwork and communication.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f45a.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc5a\"> What to Wear<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Business casual (clean pants, shirt or blouse, closed-toe shoes)<\/li>\n<li>No hoodies, ripped jeans, or hats unless you\u2019re told otherwise<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>TIP:<\/strong> If in doubt, dress up a little on Day One. You can always adjust once you see what others wear.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f50d.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd0d\"> What You\u2019ll Do<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Meet your supervisor and maybe an HR rep<\/li>\n<li>Get a tour of the office \u2014 desks, printers, kitchen, washrooms<\/li>\n<li>Learn how to use systems or software<\/li>\n<li>Start with small tasks like data entry, filing, or observing a meeting<\/li>\n<\/ul><div><br><\/div>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\"> How to Succeed<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be polite and professional \u2014 good communication matters here<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t be afraid to take notes and ask for clarification<\/li>\n<li>Avoid using your phone unless it\u2019s part of your job<\/li>\n<li>Be curious \u2014 this is a great chance to learn what the work world is like<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4ac.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcac\"> What If You\u2019re Not Sure Which Type Your Internship Is?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Some placements (like in healthcare, agriculture, or IT) might be a mix of both! When in doubt:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ask your CAREERS coordinator<\/li>\n<li>Contact your employer directly<\/li>\n<li>Prepare for both settings \u2014 dress smart, bring work gloves just in case<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f3af.svg\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfaf\"> Final Words of Advice<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No one expects perfection. What matters most is that you show up on time, ask questions, and show you\u2019re ready to learn. The first day is just the beginning \u2014 and CAREERS is here to support you every step of the way.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1471\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1471\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> PRE-START CHECKLIST <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1471\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b0f5f85 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b0f5f85\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1471\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eac98cc e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"eac98cc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e78c82a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e78c82a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4dd.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcdd\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Pre-Start Checklist: Be Ready for Day One!<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p>Before you show up for your first day, take a few minutes to make sure you\u2019re prepared. This simple checklist covers the basics \u2014 so you can walk in confident, not scrambling last minute.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/> Getting There<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u2610 I know where I\u2019m going (address &amp; location).<\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve confirmed my start time.<\/li><li>\u2610 I know who to ask for when I arrive.<\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve planned how I\u2019ll get there (bus, drive, walk, bike).<\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve done a test run or mapped out my route with extra time.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f455.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc55\" \/> What to Wear<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u2610 I know the dress code (trades gear, business casual, etc.).<\/li><li>\u2610 I have everything I need:<ul><li>\u2610 Steel-toe boots<\/li><li>\u2610 Gloves or safety gear (if required)<\/li><li>\u2610 Clean, professional clothes<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve checked the weather (if working outdoors).<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f9fe.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\uddfe\" \/> Paperwork &amp; Supplies<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve completed and brought any required forms or ID.<\/li><li>\u2610 I have a notebook or phone for taking notes.<\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve packed any tools or PPE I was told to bring.<\/li><li>\u2610 I have contact info for my employer and CAREERS rep.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f96a.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udd6a\" \/> Food &amp; Breaks<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve packed lunch\/snacks (or know where to buy food nearby).<\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve brought a water bottle.<\/li><li>\u2610 I know when and where I can take breaks.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4a1.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udca1\" \/> Bonus Prep Tips<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u2610 I got a good night\u2019s sleep before Day One.<\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve set an alarm (or two!) to make sure I\u2019m on time.<\/li><li>\u2610 I\u2019ve looked over the &#8220;What to Expect on Your First Day&#8221; guide.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f44a.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc4a\" \/> <strong>You\u2019re Ready!<\/strong><br \/>First days are a big deal \u2014 and you\u2019ve already taken a huge step by preparing. You\u2019ve got this!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1472\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1472\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> BE ON TIME <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1472\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c3569ec e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c3569ec\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1472\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc1d0d8 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"bc1d0d8\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f4c71fa elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f4c71fa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" draggable=\"false\" role=\"img\" class=\"emoji\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd52\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f552.svg\"> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">How to Be on Time<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tips for Planning Your Route &amp; Managing Time<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Being on time shows that you&#8217;re reliable, respectful, and ready to work \u2014 three things every employer looks for. Whether you&#8217;re heading to a jobsite, an office, or somewhere in between, here\u2019s how to set yourself up for success every day.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" draggable=\"false\" role=\"img\" class=\"emoji\" alt=\"\ud83d\ude8d\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f68d.svg\"> 1. Know Your Route<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Check the address<\/strong> ahead of time \u2014 don\u2019t just rely on memory.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use a map app<\/strong> (like Google Maps) to figure out how long it takes to get there.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Try a test run<\/strong> before your first day if you can \u2014 especially if you&#8217;re using public transit.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plan a backup route<\/strong> in case of road closures or delays.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div><br><\/div>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" draggable=\"false\" role=\"img\" class=\"emoji\" alt=\"\u23f0\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/23f0.svg\"> 2. Build in Buffer Time<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Aim to <strong>arrive 10\u201315 minutes early<\/strong> \u2014 this gives you time to breathe, sign in, and get settled.<\/li>\n<li>If you&#8217;re early, <strong>wait nearby or check in politely.<\/strong> Never assume it\u2019s okay to start late.<\/li>\n<li>Set <strong>alarms or calendar reminders<\/strong> for when to leave.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div><br><\/div>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" draggable=\"false\" role=\"img\" class=\"emoji\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcc5\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4c5.svg\"> 3. Prep the Night Before<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lay out your clothes and pack your lunch.<\/li>\n<li>Check the weather \u2014 especially if you\u2019ll be working outdoors.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure your phone and alarm are fully charged.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div><br><\/div>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" draggable=\"false\" role=\"img\" class=\"emoji\" alt=\"\ud83d\udca1\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4a1.svg\"> 4. Consistency is Key<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you&#8217;re late once, own it \u2014 but don\u2019t let it become a habit.<\/li>\n<li>Text or call your supervisor if you&#8217;re ever running behind.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Being on time builds trust<\/strong> \u2014 and shows you&#8217;re serious about the opportunity.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div><br><\/div>\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> The earlier you arrive, the less stressed you\u2019ll feel. Time management isn\u2019t just about clocks \u2014 it\u2019s about confidence.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1473\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1473\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> DIGITAL ETIQUETTE <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1473\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0fd8ab8 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0fd8ab8\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1473\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6584d64 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6584d64\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8cf3734 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8cf3734\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4f1.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcf1\" \/><span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"> Digital Etiquette<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Social Media Use, Phone Rules &amp; Staying Professional<\/strong><\/p><p>Your phone and social media are part of your life \u2014 but at work, it\u2019s important to know how to keep things professional. Follow these simple tips to show respect and focus while you\u2019re on your internship.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f6ab.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udeab\" \/> Keep Personal Phones on Silent<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Put your phone on <strong>silent or vibrate<\/strong> during work hours.<\/li><li>Use your phone <strong>only during breaks<\/strong> or when given permission.<\/li><li>Avoid texting or scrolling while working or in meetings \u2014 it can seem disrespectful or distracted.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4f5.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcf5\" \/> No Phones in Unsafe Areas<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>In trades or job sites, phones can be a safety hazard.<\/li><li>Always follow workplace rules about <strong>where and when you can use devices<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Never use your phone when operating machinery or driving.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f933.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udd33\" \/> Think Before You Post<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Don\u2019t share photos or videos of your workplace, co-workers, or confidential info without permission.<\/li><li>Avoid complaining or posting negative comments about your internship or employer online.<\/li><li>Remember, future employers might see your social media \u2014 keep it positive!<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f465.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc65\" \/> Be Professional Online &amp; Offline<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Use respectful language in all communication \u2014 texts, emails, or social apps.<\/li><li>If you use work email or devices, treat them as professional tools.<\/li><li>Ask if you\u2019re unsure about social media or device policies at your internship.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Your digital footprint is part of your personal brand. Keeping it professional now can open doors later!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1474\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1474\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> WHAT TO WEAR <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1474\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7b6fad9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7b6fad9\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1474\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eede90a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"eede90a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d1ec3df elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d1ec3df\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f3bd.svg\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfbd\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">What to Wear<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Dress Codes Explained by Industry<\/strong><\/p><p>What you wear to your internship says a lot about your attitude and professionalism. Different workplaces have different expectations, so here\u2019s a quick guide to help you dress the part\u2014whether you\u2019re in the trades, an office, or tech.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f6e0.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f\" \/> Trades &amp; Skilled Labour<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Safety first!<\/strong> Always wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): hard hats, steel-toe boots, safety glasses, gloves, and high-visibility clothing.<\/li><li>Dress in comfortable, durable clothes you don\u2019t mind getting dirty.<\/li><li>Avoid loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught in machinery.<\/li><li>If you\u2019re unsure what PPE you need, ask your supervisor before day one.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f3e2.svg\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfe2\" \/> Office &amp; Administrative Roles<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Aim for <strong>business casual<\/strong> unless told otherwise. That means neat, clean clothes like slacks, blouses, polos, or button-down shirts.<\/li><li>Avoid ripped jeans, tank tops, or overly casual clothes like sweatpants or flip-flops.<\/li><li>Keep accessories and makeup professional and minimal.<\/li><li>When in doubt, it\u2019s better to be a little overdressed than underdressed.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4bb.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcbb\" \/> Tech &amp; Creative Fields<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>These workplaces often have a <strong>casual dress code<\/strong>, but it still means clean, tidy, and appropriate.<\/li><li>Jeans, t-shirts, hoodies, and sneakers are usually fine\u2014just avoid anything too sloppy or offensive.<\/li><li>Be mindful of the company culture; some teams might dress up for meetings or presentations.<\/li><li>Check if you\u2019ll need to wear headphones or carry any gear.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2753.svg\" alt=\"\u2753\" \/> General Tips<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>If you\u2019re unsure, <strong>ask your employer<\/strong> before your first day what\u2019s appropriate.<\/li><li>Dress comfortably but respectfully\u2014you want to feel confident and professional.<\/li><li>Remember, your appearance is part of your first impression!<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> When in doubt, bring an extra layer like a jacket or sweater. It\u2019s better to have it and not need it than the other way around.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1475\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"6\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1475\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> COMPLETE YOUR SURVEY <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1475\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8332c2a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8332c2a\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1475\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-00e4f64 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"00e4f64\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-19c91ee elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"19c91ee\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"><strong data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"96\">GOT 15 MINUTES? YOU COULD WIN A PRIZE!<\/strong><\/span><\/p><p><br data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"99\" \/><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Fill out a super quick survey before <em data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"141\">and<\/em> after your internship for your shot at some seriously cool prizes. \ud83c\udf89<\/span><br data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"213\" \/><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Plus, you\u2019ll be helping CAREERS make internships even better for future students\u2014win-win!<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ed93bc7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"ed93bc7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/survey.forumresearch.com\/SE\/1\/RC01\/?urlimport=1&#038;questlist=TYPESURVEY;GRANTEE;GRANTEECITY&#038;TYPESURVEY=1&#038;GRANTEE=1274&#038;GRANTEECITY=03\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">pre-internship survey<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f915469 elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"f915469\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/survey.forumresearch.com\/SE\/1\/RC01\/?urlimport=1&#038;questlist=TYPESURVEY;GRANTEE;GRANTEECITY&#038;TYPESURVEY=2&#038;GRANTEE=1274&#038;GRANTEECITY=03\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">post-internship survey<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d8b2ae elementor-hidden-desktop e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2d8b2ae\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-96c04d6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"96c04d6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"111\">ON THE JOB<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #003087;\">Practical tips to help you communicate, stay safe, and succeed.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-529b715 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"529b715\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-8660\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-8660\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> COMMUNICATE LIKE A PRO <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-8660\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7731208 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7731208\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-8660\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1b5cb07 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1b5cb07\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b76827b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b76827b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"color: #00ccff;\"><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4ac.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcac\" \/><span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"> How to Communicate Like a Pro &#8211;\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"><strong>Email Tips, Asking Questions &amp; Reporting Problems<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p><p>Good communication helps you learn faster, build relationships, and succeed in your internship. Here\u2019s how to get your message across clearly and professionally\u2014whether you\u2019re emailing, asking for help, or raising a concern.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4e7.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udce7\" \/> Writing Professional Emails<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Use a clear subject line that explains what your email is about.<\/li><li>Start with a polite greeting like \u201cHello\u201d or \u201cHi [Name].\u201d<\/li><li>Keep your message short and to the point.<\/li><li>Use proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation.<\/li><li>End with a polite closing like \u201cThank you\u201d or \u201cBest regards.\u201d<\/li><li>Always include your name and contact info if needed.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2753.svg\" alt=\"\u2753\" \/> Asking Questions<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>It\u2019s okay to ask questions\u2014asking shows you\u2019re engaged and eager to learn!<\/li><li>Try to <strong>be specific<\/strong> about what you need help with.<\/li><li>Use respectful language like \u201cCould you please explain\u2026\u201d or \u201cI\u2019m wondering if\u2026\u201d<\/li><li>Listen carefully to the answer and take notes if you need to.<\/li><li>If you don\u2019t understand, it\u2019s okay to ask again or ask for clarification.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f6a9.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udea9\" \/> Reporting Problems or Concerns<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>If something doesn\u2019t feel right\u2014like unsafe conditions or unfair treatment\u2014speak up.<\/li><li>Tell your supervisor or CAREERS contact as soon as possible.<\/li><li>Be clear and factual when describing the issue.<\/li><li>Remember, you have the right to a safe and respectful workplace.<\/li><li>If you\u2019re unsure how to report, ask your supervisor or CAREERS for guidance.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Good communication is a two-way street\u2014be honest, polite, and open to feedback. It makes a great impression and helps you grow.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-8661\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-8661\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> ASKING FOR HELP <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-8661\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ab69c80 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ab69c80\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-8661\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4100f4b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4100f4b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0f416fc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0f416fc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f64b.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\ude4b\" \/><span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"> Asking for Help<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>When and How to Ask for Support on the Job<\/strong><\/p><p>No one expects you to know everything on your internship \u2014 asking for help shows you\u2019re eager to learn and do things right. Here\u2019s how to get the support you need, confidently and respectfully.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/23f0.svg\" alt=\"\u23f0\" \/> When to Ask for Help<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>If you\u2019re unsure how to complete a task or use equipment safely.<\/li><li>When instructions aren\u2019t clear or you need more information.<\/li><li>If you notice a problem or something unsafe.<\/li><li>When you\u2019re feeling overwhelmed or confused.<\/li><li>Before guessing or trying something you haven\u2019t been shown.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f5e3.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f\" \/> How to Ask for Help<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Find the right person \u2014 usually your supervisor or a coworker who knows the job.<\/li><li>Be polite and clear. Try saying:<ul><li>\u201cCould you please help me with this?\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cI\u2019m not sure how to do this part. Can you show me?\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cI want to make sure I\u2019m doing this right. Can you check my work?\u201d<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Listen carefully to their advice and ask questions if you need to.<\/li><li>Thank them for their support.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f91d.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udd1d\" \/> Remember: Asking for Help is a Strength<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>It shows you care about doing your best and staying safe.<\/li><li>It helps you learn faster and build good relationships.<\/li><li>Everyone needs help sometimes \u2014 even the most experienced workers.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> If you ever feel uncomfortable asking your supervisor, CAREERS is here to support you too. Reach out anytime!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-8662\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-8662\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-8662\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4982b60 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4982b60\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-8662\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b700ede e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b700ede\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fe10840 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fe10840\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f91d.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udd1d\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Workplace Expectations<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Attendance, Attitude, Teamwork &amp; Initiative<\/strong><\/p><p>Success on your internship isn\u2019t just about skills \u2014 it\u2019s also about how you show up and work with others. Here\u2019s what employers expect to see from you every day.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/23f0.svg\" alt=\"\u23f0\" \/> Be Reliable &amp; On Time<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Show up when you\u2019re scheduled \u2014 every day, on time.<\/li><li>If you\u2019re going to be late or can\u2019t make it, <strong>call or message your supervisor ASAP.<\/strong><\/li><li>Being dependable builds trust and shows respect.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f642.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\ude42\" \/> Keep a Positive Attitude<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Stay friendly, open-minded, and ready to learn.<\/li><li>Accept feedback with a smile and use it to improve.<\/li><li>Avoid complaining or negativity \u2014 it can bring down the whole team.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f91c.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udd1c\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f91b.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udd1b\" \/> Work Well With Others<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Be respectful and cooperative with coworkers and supervisors.<\/li><li>Listen actively and communicate clearly.<\/li><li>Help others when you can \u2014 teamwork makes the workplace better.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f680.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\ude80\" \/> Show Initiative<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Look for ways to help without being asked.<\/li><li>Ask for more tasks if you finish early.<\/li><li>Suggest ideas respectfully when you see a better way to do something.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Employers notice the small things \u2014 a good attitude and strong work ethic can open doors to future opportunities.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-8663\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-8663\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> STAYING SAFE <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-8663\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e9a33f4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e9a33f4\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-8663\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-86f32d2 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"86f32d2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cbea554 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cbea554\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4cb.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udccb\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Basic Safety Tips<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Staying Safe Physically &amp; Mentally on the Job<\/strong><\/p><p>You\u2019ve already taken mandatory safety training through school \u2014 and maybe even through <strong>SafeGen<\/strong>, a program operated by CAREERS. Now that you\u2019re stepping into a real workplace, it\u2019s time to build on that knowledge and keep safety top of mind, every day.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f9ef.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\uddef\" \/> Physical Safety<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Follow the rules<\/strong> \u2014 every workplace has its own safety procedures. Don\u2019t cut corners.<\/li><li><strong>Wear your PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)<\/strong> \u2014 hard hats, gloves, goggles, etc. If it\u2019s required, wear it \u2014 no exceptions.<\/li><li><strong>Know the hazards<\/strong> \u2014 whether it\u2019s chemicals, machines, or moving vehicles, always be alert to risks around you.<\/li><li><strong>Speak up<\/strong> if you see something unsafe or if you don\u2019t understand how to do a task safely.<\/li><\/ul><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f517.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd17\" \/> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.careersnextgen.ca\/old\/safegen\/\">Visit SafeGen for more information and upcoming safety contests<\/a><\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f9e0.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udde0\" \/> Mental Health Matters Too<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>New environments can feel overwhelming \u2014 and that\u2019s okay.<\/li><li>Take breaks, breathe, and talk to someone if you\u2019re feeling stressed or anxious.<\/li><li>You\u2019re never alone \u2014 reach out to your CAREERS coordinator, a teacher, or a trusted adult if you need support.<\/li><\/ul><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.albertahealthservices.ca\/amh\/amh.aspx\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f517.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd17\" \/> Visit Alberta Health Services \u2013 Mental Health Resources<\/a><\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4d8.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcd8\" \/> Safety Resources at Your Fingertips<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>WHMIS Refresher<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/whmis.org\">whmis.org<\/a><\/li><li><strong>SafeGen Safety Courses &amp; Info<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.careersnextgen.ca\/old\/safegen\/\">careersnextgen.ca\/safegen<\/a><\/li><li><strong>Your Employer\u2019s Safety Manual<\/strong>: Ask for it on your first day!<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Safety isn\u2019t just your right \u2014 it\u2019s your responsibility. Ask questions, stay alert, and trust your gut. If something doesn\u2019t feel right, don\u2019t ignore it.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-8664\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-8664\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> LEARN ON THE JOB <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-8664\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-567d0c3 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"567d0c3\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-8664\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9b1ffc0 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9b1ffc0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76cafb7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"76cafb7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Learning on the Job<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>How to Ask for Feedback, Track Your Progress &amp; Keep Growing<\/strong><\/p><p>Your internship is more than just work experience \u2014 it\u2019s a chance to learn about yourself, your skills, and what kind of future you want. Here\u2019s how to make the most of it by learning as you go.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f Ask for Feedback<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Feedback helps you grow \u2014 don\u2019t be afraid to ask for it!<\/li><li>Try saying:<ul><li>\u201cIs there anything I could be doing better?\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cHow did I do on that last task?\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cWhat should I focus on next?\u201d<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Listen with an open mind \u2014 even if it\u2019s hard to hear. Feedback is a gift!<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\ud83d\udcd3 Keep a Learning Journal<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Write down what you did each day and what you learned.<\/li><li>Note any new skills, tools, or tips you picked up.<\/li><li>Reflect on what went well \u2014 and what you\u2019d like to improve.<\/li><li>Use a notebook or a notes app on your phone. It doesn\u2019t have to be fancy \u2014 just consistent.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\u2705 Track Your Progress<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Set small goals for yourself (e.g., \u201cLearn how to safely operate this tool by week 2.\u201d)<\/li><li>Celebrate milestones (like your first solo task, first team meeting, or first piece of feedback).<\/li><li>Keep a list of what you\u2019ve accomplished \u2014 it\u2019s great for future job interviews or resumes.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Every shift is a chance to learn something new. Ask questions, stay curious, and take pride in how far you\u2019ve come \u2014 even the small wins matter.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9a81971 elementor-hidden-desktop e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"9a81971\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0eb54bc e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0eb54bc\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f5de111 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f5de111\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"111\">WORKPLACE RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #003087;\">A clear overview of your rights as a young worker.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-021957f elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"021957f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2200\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2200\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> KNOW YOUR RIGHTS <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2200\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c2ca386 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c2ca386\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2200\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7c748d7 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7c748d7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cb04e8e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cb04e8e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f510.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd10\" \/><span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"> Know Your Rights<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Youth Employment Standards in Alberta<\/strong><\/p><p>Starting a new job can be exciting \u2014 but it\u2019s also important to know your rights. As a young worker in Alberta, there are specific rules in place to keep you safe, respected, and treated fairly on the job. Here\u2019s what you need to know.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/> You Have the Right To:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Be paid at least minimum wage.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Take breaks.<\/strong> If you work 5+ hours, you\u2019re entitled to a 30-minute break.<\/li><li><strong>Work in a safe environment.<\/strong> You must be trained and supervised.<\/li><li><strong>Say no to unsafe work<\/strong> \u2014 and not get in trouble for it.<\/li><li><strong>Receive a pay stub<\/strong> showing your hours, wages, and deductions.<\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f552.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd52\" \/> How Many Hours Can You Work?<\/strong><\/p><p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">According to the Alberta\u00a0<\/span><u><a id=\"OWA2f050013-d067-3d96-53f6-2108d54f24b0\" title=\"https:\/\/open.alberta.ca\/dataset\/156fb188-6ff4-4074-be74-4db5bd21552d\/resource\/20d3f965-1b1a-4bc6-878c-b45c24eff008\/download\/lbr-es-guide-for-youth-2021-07.pdf\" href=\"https:\/\/open.alberta.ca\/dataset\/156fb188-6ff4-4074-be74-4db5bd21552d\/resource\/20d3f965-1b1a-4bc6-878c-b45c24eff008\/download\/lbr-es-guide-for-youth-2021-07.pdf\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"0\">Employment Standards Guide for Youth | Government of Alberta<\/a><\/u>:<\/p><ul><li><span role=\"presentation\"><b>Ages 13\u201314<\/b>: may only work up to 2 hours outside of regular school hours on school days, and up to 8 hours on non-school days, unless enrolled in an off-campus education program. Youth under 15 may also require special approval (permits) to work.<\/span><\/li><li><span role=\"presentation\"><b>Age 15<\/b>: cannot work during school hours unless enrolled in an off-campus education program.<\/span><\/li><li><span role=\"presentation\"><b>Ages 16+<\/b>: this restriction does not apply.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4ac.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcac\" \/> What If Something Feels Off?<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Talk to your <strong>supervisor<\/strong> first if you have concerns.<\/li><li>If that doesn\u2019t help, reach out to your <strong>CAREERS coordinator<\/strong> or a trusted adult.<\/li><li>You can also contact <strong>Alberta Employment Standards<\/strong> \u2014 they\u2019re there to protect you.<\/li><\/ul><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alberta.ca\/youth-employment-laws\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f517.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd17\" \/> More info on Alberta youth employment laws<\/a><\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f9e0.svg\" alt=\"\ud83e\udde0\" \/> Reminder:<\/strong><\/p><p>Knowing your rights helps you stay safe, speak up, and feel confident at work. You\u2019re not just there to learn \u2014 you deserve to be respected and treated fairly, every shift.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2201\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2201\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS 101 <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2201\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2975e53 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2975e53\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2201\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bebb60b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"bebb60b\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1b7c1ae elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1b7c1ae\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>\ud83d\udcc3 <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Employment Contracts 101<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>A Simple Guide to What You\u2019re Signing<\/strong><\/p><p>Starting a new internship or job usually comes with some paperwork \u2014 and one of the most important documents is your <strong>employment contract<\/strong>. Don\u2019t worry \u2014 it\u2019s not as scary as it sounds. Here\u2019s what you need to know before you sign.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83e\uddfe What Is an Employment Contract?<\/strong><\/p><p>An employment contract is a written agreement between you and your employer. It outlines the basics of your job \u2014 what\u2019s expected of you, and what you can expect in return.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udd0d Common Terms You Might See<\/strong><\/p><table><thead><tr><td><p><strong>Term<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p><strong>What It Means<\/strong><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>Job Title<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>The position you\u2019re being hired for.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Duties\/Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>A list of tasks you\u2019ll be expected to do.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Start Date \/ End Date<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>When your job begins and (if applicable) ends.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Hours of Work<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>Your schedule: how many hours a day or week you\u2019ll work.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Wage \/ Pay<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>How much you\u2019ll be paid per hour, plus any overtime details.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Breaks<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>Info about your rest periods (usually 30 mins every 5 hours).<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Termination<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>What happens if the job ends early (from either side).<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Workplace Rules<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>Expectations around conduct, dress code, or safety.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p><strong>\u270d\ufe0f Before You Sign<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Read the whole contract.<\/strong> Don\u2019t rush.<\/li><li><strong>Ask questions<\/strong> if you don\u2019t understand something \u2014 that\u2019s okay!<\/li><li><strong>Keep a copy<\/strong> for your records (digital or paper).<\/li><li>If anything feels unfair or confusing, talk to your CAREERS coordinator or a trusted adult before signing.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Pro Tip:<\/strong><\/p><p>You have a right to understand what you\u2019re agreeing to. Never feel pressured to sign something you haven\u2019t read or don\u2019t understand.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2202\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2202\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> GETTING PAID <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2202\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8499065 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8499065\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2202\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-601071f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"601071f\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c9c2165 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c9c2165\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>\ud83d\udcb8 <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Getting Paid<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>How to Read a Pay Stub and Understand Where Your Money Goes<\/strong><\/p><p>Getting your first paycheck is a big moment \u2014 but it can be a little confusing, too. Let\u2019s break down what you\u2019re seeing and what it all means.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udcc4 What\u2019s a Pay Stub?<\/strong><\/p><p>A <strong>pay stub<\/strong> (also called a pay statement) is a record of your earnings for each pay period. It shows what you made, what was deducted, and how much you actually take home.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83e\uddfe How to Read Your Pay Stub<\/strong><\/p><table><thead><tr><td><p><strong>Term<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p><strong>What It Means<\/strong><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>Gross Pay<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>The total amount you earned <em>before<\/em> any deductions.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Deductions<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>Money taken off for things like taxes or benefits.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Net Pay<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>The amount you <em>actually<\/em> get \u2014 this goes into your bank account.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Hours Worked<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>How many hours you worked that pay period.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>Rate of Pay<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>How much you earn per hour.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><strong>YTD (Year-to-Date)<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p>Totals for earnings and deductions so far this year.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p><strong>\ud83d\udcb0 Why Are Deductions Taken Off?<\/strong><\/p><p>Even as a student or intern, your paycheck might include deductions for:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Income tax<\/strong> \u2013 goes to the government.<\/li><li><strong>Canada Pension Plan (CPP)<\/strong> \u2013 usually starts when you&#8217;re over 18.<\/li><li><strong>Employment Insurance (EI)<\/strong> \u2013 helps support people if they lose their job.<\/li><\/ul><p>Don\u2019t worry \u2014 it\u2019s normal and required by law.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83c\udfe6 Tips for Managing Your Pay<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Open a bank account<\/strong> if you don\u2019t already have one (most employers do direct deposit).<\/li><li><strong>Check your pay stub<\/strong> every time to make sure your hours and rate are correct.<\/li><li><strong>Ask questions<\/strong> if something doesn\u2019t look right \u2014 it\u2019s your money!<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\ud83d\udd17 Extra Help<\/strong><\/p><p>Here\u2019s a sample pay stub for practice. If you need any of these sections explained, talk to your CAREERS coordinator \u2013 we\u2019d be happy to help!<\/p><p><strong>Sample Pay Stub<\/strong><\/p><p>Employee Name: Jordan Taylor<\/p><p>Employer: Alberta Welding Co.<\/p><p>Pay Period: May 15\u2013May 31, 2025<\/p><p>Pay Date: June 3, 2025<\/p><p>Employee ID: 002519<\/p><table><tbody><tr><td width=\"288\"><p>Earnings<\/p><\/td><td width=\"288\"><p>Deductions<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"288\"><p>Regular Hours (80 @ $18.00\/hr): $1,440.00<\/p><\/td><td width=\"288\"><p>Income Tax: $155.00<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"288\"><p>Overtime Hours (4 @ $27.00\/hr): $108.00<\/p><\/td><td width=\"288\"><p>CPP: $68.76<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"288\"><p>Gross Pay: $1,548.00<\/p><\/td><td width=\"288\"><p>EI: $27.84<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"288\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"288\"><p>Total Deductions: $251.60<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p>Net Pay (Deposit): $1,296.40<\/p><p>YTD Earnings: $6,192.00<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2203\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2203\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> SPEAKING UP <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2203\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a28df0 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2a28df0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2203\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fa78b43 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"fa78b43\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3fb27dd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3fb27dd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f6a9.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udea9\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">What to Do if Something Feels Off<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Harassment, unsafe tasks, and how to speak up with confidence<\/strong><\/p><p>Sometimes during an internship, you might encounter a situation that just doesn\u2019t feel right. It could be a task that seems unsafe, a comment that crosses a line, or a situation that makes you feel uncomfortable. Whatever it is \u2014 you don\u2019t have to deal with it alone.<\/p><p><strong>Trust your instincts<\/strong><\/p><p>If something feels off, it probably is. Your safety and well-being always come first, no matter where you work or who you\u2019re working with.<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/26a0.svg\" alt=\"\u26a0\ufe0f\" \/> Examples of \u201csomething off\u201d might include:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Being asked to do a task that feels unsafe or you haven\u2019t been trained for<\/li><li>Comments or jokes that make you uncomfortable<\/li><li>Bullying, discrimination, or harassment of any kind<\/li><li>Feeling pressured to do something that goes against your values or the rules<\/li><li>Not being allowed proper breaks, or being asked to work hours that go beyond what\u2019s allowed<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4ac.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcac\" \/> What you can do<\/strong><\/p><ol><li><strong> Speak up (if you feel safe to do so):<\/strong><br \/>Sometimes a simple, respectful statement can help set boundaries. Try:<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f449.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc49\" \/> \u201cI\u2019m not comfortable with that.\u201d<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f449.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc49\" \/> \u201cCan I get some training before I do this task?\u201d<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f449.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc49\" \/> \u201cThat comment wasn\u2019t okay with me.\u201d<\/li><\/ol><div>\u00a0<\/div><ol><li><strong> Talk to someone you trust at work:<\/strong><br \/>That could be your supervisor, a team lead, or your HR contact. You don\u2019t have to figure it out on your own \u2014 they\u2019re there to help.<\/li><\/ol><div>\u00a0<\/div><ol><li><strong> Reach out to CAREERS:<\/strong><br \/>We\u2019re here to support you during your internship. If you\u2019re not sure what to do or need a second opinion, contact your CAREERS coordinator or email GetStarted@nextgen.org.<\/li><\/ol><div>\u00a0<\/div><ol><li><strong> Know your reporting options:<\/strong><br \/>You can file a complaint about unsafe work or harassment with Alberta Occupational Health and Safety or the Alberta Human Rights Commission. You have the right to a safe, respectful workplace.<\/li><\/ol><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4cc.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udccc\" \/> Remember:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>You have the right to refuse unsafe work.<\/li><li>You have the right to be treated with respect.<\/li><li>You have the right to speak up \u2014 and to be heard.<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p>Your voice matters. If something doesn\u2019t feel right, there are people ready to listen and support you. You\u2019re never alone.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7139b93 elementor-hidden-desktop e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"7139b93\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ead6c6b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ead6c6b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"111\">FINISHING STRONG<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #003087;\">How to wrap up your internship professionally and use the experience to take your next step.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9174d09 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9174d09\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ff2843d elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"ff2843d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2670\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2670\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> EXIT CHECKLIST <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2670\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-242f40b e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"242f40b\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2670\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f578f2 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8f578f2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a5873f0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a5873f0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>\ud83e\uddfe <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Exit Checklist<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>What to do before your internship wraps up<\/strong><\/p><p>Finishing your internship is a big achievement \u2014 congrats! To make sure everything ends smoothly, here\u2019s a quick checklist of important things to do before your last day.<\/p><p><strong>\u2705 Return Company Gear &amp; Tools<\/strong><\/p><p>If you borrowed any equipment, tools, or safety gear, make sure to return them in good condition. This shows responsibility and helps keep the workplace running smoothly.<\/p><p><strong>\u2705 Request References<\/strong><\/p><p>Ask your supervisor or mentor if they\u2019d be willing to provide a reference or recommendation. A positive reference can really help you with future job or school applications.<\/p><p>\ud83d\udc49 Tip: It\u2019s best to ask <strong>before<\/strong> your last day so they have time to prepare.<\/p><p><strong>\u2705 Understand Your Final Pay<\/strong><\/p><p>Make sure you know when and how you\u2019ll get your final paycheck, including any remaining hours or vacation pay. Check your pay stub carefully \u2014 and ask questions if something doesn\u2019t add up.<\/p><p><strong>\u2705 Say Thank You!<\/strong><\/p><p>Take a moment to thank your supervisor, team, or anyone who helped you along the way. A little gratitude leaves a great final impression and keeps your professional network strong.<\/p><p><strong>\u2705 Share Your Feedback<\/strong><\/p><p>Many workplaces or CAREERS programs ask for feedback on your internship experience. Be honest and constructive \u2014 your input helps improve things for future interns.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Bonus Tip: Update Your Resume<\/strong><\/p><p>Add your internship experience while it\u2019s fresh in your mind. Highlight what you learned and the skills you gained \u2014 it\u2019ll make your resume shine.<\/p><p>Wrapping up your internship on a positive note sets you up for success in your next career step. You did great \u2014 now finish strong!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2671\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2671\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> LEAVE A GOOD IMPRESSION <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2671\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7bba96a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7bba96a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2671\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3718648 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3718648\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-117593e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"117593e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>\ud83c\udf1f <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">How to Leave a Good Impression<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Ending your internship on a high note<\/strong><\/p><p>Your internship journey might be wrapping up, but the impressions you leave can last a lifetime. Finishing strong helps build your professional reputation\u2014and opens doors for future opportunities.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udc4b Say Goodbye Thoughtfully<\/strong><\/p><p>Before you head out, take a moment to personally say goodbye to your supervisor, coworkers, and anyone who supported you. A simple \u201cThank you for the opportunity\u201d goes a long way and shows your appreciation.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udc8c Send a Thank-You Email<\/strong><\/p><p>Following up with a thoughtful thank-you email is a professional touch that will be remembered. Here\u2019s a quick template you can customize:<\/p><p><strong>Subject:<\/strong> Thank You for the Internship Opportunity<\/p><p><strong>Hi [Supervisor\u2019s Name],<\/strong><\/p><p>I just wanted to thank you and the team for the amazing opportunity to intern at [Company Name]. I\u2019ve learned so much and truly appreciate your guidance and support throughout my time here.<\/p><p>Please let me know if there\u2019s anything I can do to help during the transition. I hope to stay in touch!<\/p><p>Thanks again,<br \/>[Your Name]<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udc4d Keep It Positive<\/strong><\/p><p>Even if your internship had challenges, focus on the positives in your farewell. Being gracious and professional reflects well on you and helps maintain good relationships.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udcc7 Stay Connected<\/strong><\/p><p>If appropriate, connect with your supervisor or coworkers on LinkedIn or through other professional channels. Keeping your network active can lead to future references or job leads.<\/p><p>Leaving a great final impression shows professionalism, gratitude, and maturity. You\u2019ve worked hard \u2014 now let that shine right to the very end!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2672\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2672\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> UPDATE YOUR RESUME <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2672\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6ac7ebc e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6ac7ebc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2672\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a6af964 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a6af964\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e6c701a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e6c701a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4c4.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcc4\" \/><span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"> Updating Your Resume<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Showcase your internship experience and skills with confidence<\/strong><\/p><p>Your internship wasn\u2019t just a job \u2014 it was a valuable learning experience that can boost your resume and help you stand out to future employers or schools. Now\u2019s the perfect time to add it!<\/p><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/270d.svg\" alt=\"\u270d\ufe0f\" \/> What to Include<\/strong><\/p><p>When updating your resume, think about:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Your role and company:<\/strong> Write your job title and the company name clearly.<\/li><li><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Include the start and end month\/year of your internship.<\/li><li><strong>Key responsibilities:<\/strong> List the main tasks you performed. Focus on those that show responsibility and new skills.<\/li><li><strong>Skills gained:<\/strong> Highlight both technical skills (like operating tools or software) and soft skills (like teamwork, communication, or problem-solving).<\/li><li><strong>Achievements:<\/strong> Did you complete a special project, get recognized, or solve a tricky problem? Mention it!<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4a1.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udca1\" \/> Example entry<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Intern, Alberta Welding Co.<\/strong><br \/><em>May 2025 \u2013 August 2025<\/em><\/p><ul><li>Assisted with welding preparation and equipment setup<\/li><li>Followed strict safety protocols including WHMIS and PPE use<\/li><li>Collaborated with a team to complete daily production goals<\/li><li>Improved time management by meeting tight deadlines<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4cc.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udccc\" \/> Tips for Success<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Use <strong>action verbs<\/strong> like \u201cassisted,\u201d \u201cdeveloped,\u201d \u201corganized,\u201d or \u201cled.\u201d<\/li><li>Keep bullet points <strong>clear and concise<\/strong> \u2014 one or two lines each.<\/li><li>Tailor your resume to the job you want by emphasizing the most relevant experience.<\/li><li>Proofread carefully \u2014 spelling and grammar count!<\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f680.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\ude80\" \/> Ready to apply?<\/strong><\/p><p>With your updated resume, you\u2019re one step closer to landing your next great opportunity. Proudly show off what you\u2019ve learned and accomplished!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2673\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2673\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> WHATS NEXT <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2673\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c4f4f0b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c4f4f0b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2673\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8547569 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8547569\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a1db2e1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a1db2e1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>\ud83d\udd01 <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">What\u2019s Next?<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Keep exploring, learning, and growing<\/strong><\/p><p>Congrats on completing your internship! This is just the beginning of your career journey \u2014 and there\u2019s so much more ahead to discover.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\ude80 Keep Exploring Career Paths<\/strong><\/p><p>Your internship gave you a taste of one industry or role, but there are many others out there. Keep an open mind, try new things, and explore different opportunities to find what really sparks your passion.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83c\udfaf Apply for Another Placement<\/strong><\/p><p>Want to build more skills or experience a different field? Consider applying for another internship or placement through CAREERS. Each experience adds to your resume and helps you grow your network.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udcda Keep Learning<\/strong><\/p><p>Whether it\u2019s a course, workshop, or self-study, keep building your skills and knowledge. The more you learn, the more confident and prepared you\u2019ll be for whatever comes next.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83e\udd1d Stay Connected<\/strong><\/p><p>Keep in touch with your supervisors, mentors, and CAREERS contacts \u2014 they can offer advice, references, or help with your next steps.<\/p><p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Remember:<\/strong><\/p><p>Your career path isn\u2019t a straight line \u2014 it\u2019s an exciting adventure full of twists, turns, and new opportunities. Keep moving forward, stay curious, and trust yourself.<\/p><p>You\u2019ve got what it takes \u2014 and we\u2019re here cheering you on every step of the way!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2674\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2674\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> FILL OUT YOUR SURVEY <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2674\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e7bfef e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4e7bfef\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2674\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ec437d6 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ec437d6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d2528b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6d2528b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"><strong data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"96\">GOT 15 MINUTES? YOU COULD WIN A PRIZE!<\/strong><\/span><\/p><p><br data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"99\" \/><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Fill out a super quick survey before <em data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"141\">and<\/em> after your internship for your shot at some seriously cool prizes. \ud83c\udf89<\/span><br data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"213\" \/><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Plus, you\u2019ll be helping CAREERS make internships even better for future students\u2014win-win!<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5c39a3b elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"5c39a3b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/survey.forumresearch.com\/SE\/1\/RC01\/?urlimport=1&#038;questlist=TYPESURVEY;GRANTEE;GRANTEECITY&#038;TYPESURVEY=1&#038;GRANTEE=1274&#038;GRANTEECITY=03\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">pre-internship survey<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e1de61a elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"e1de61a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/survey.forumresearch.com\/SE\/1\/RC01\/?urlimport=1&#038;questlist=TYPESURVEY;GRANTEE;GRANTEECITY&#038;TYPESURVEY=1&#038;GRANTEE=1274&#038;GRANTEECITY=03\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">post-internship survey<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-da83a61 elementor-hidden-desktop e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"da83a61\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8a9e391 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8a9e391\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"111\">SUPPORT AND RESOURCES<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #003087;\">Where to go for help, mentorship, and tools to support your career journey.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p><div class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"><div class=\"flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9201881 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9201881\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8b2ceab elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"8b2ceab\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1450\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1450\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> BECOME A CHAMPION <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1450\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-faeed52 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"faeed52\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1450\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d880b27 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d880b27\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f8fcb18 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f8fcb18\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/svg\/1f4dd.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcdd\" \/> <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\">Mentorship and Staying in Touch!<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p data-start=\"168\" data-end=\"556\">You&#8217;ve learned a lot over the course of your internship. Stay connected with CAREERS and share your experience with others! Whether you\u2019re continuing your education, jumping into the workforce, or still figuring things out \u2014 keep the momentum going and make the most of being part of the CAREERS Alumni community.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"605\">\ud83d\udc65 <span style=\"color: #000000;\">Join the CAREERS Alumni LinkedIn Group<\/span><\/h4><p data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"957\">Stay in the loop with career opportunities, industry news, and inspiring alumni stories by joining our <strong data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"742\">CAREERS Alumni LinkedIn Group<\/strong>. This is your space to build connections, stay informed, and even spot new job or mentorship opportunities.<br data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"853\" \/>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/groups\/13975150\/\"><strong data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"869\">JOIN HERE<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a><\/p><h4 data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"985\">\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f<span style=\"color: #000000;\"> Share Your Story<\/span><\/h4><p data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1386\">Your story matters! By sharing your internship experience, you can help inspire the next generation of students to explore skilled trades, technologies, and in-demand careers. Whether it was a career-changing moment or just a great learning experience, we\u2019d love to hear about it.<br data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1269\" \/>\ud83d\udc49<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/careersnextgen.tfaforms.net\/5181526\">TELL US YOUR STORY<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1423\">\ud83d\udca1 <span style=\"color: #000000;\">Become a Mentor or Speaker<\/span><\/h4><p data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1738\">Looking to pay it forward? CAREERS is always looking for alumni to share their experiences through classroom talks, career fairs, and mentorship opportunities. You don\u2019t have to be an expert \u2014 just someone willing to give advice and encouragement.\ud83d\udc49 <strong data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1710\">Interested? Reach out anytime<\/strong>: <a class=\"cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1738\">communications@nextgen.org<\/a><\/p><h4 data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1770\">\ud83d\udce3<span style=\"color: #000000;\"> Be a CAREERS Champion<\/span><\/h4><p data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"2140\">Help us spread the word! You can help more students (and even employers) get involved by using our <strong data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1898\">CAREERS Champion Toolkit<\/strong>. Whether it\u2019s sharing a post on social media or speaking to your old high school, your voice can make a big difference.<br data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2021\" \/>\ud83d\udc49<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.careersnextgen.ca\/old\/champion\/\">EXPLORE THE CHAMPION TOOLKIT<\/a> \u00a0<\/strong><\/p><h4 data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2185\">\ud83d\ude80 <span style=\"color: #000000;\">Future Employer? Remember CAREERS!<\/span><\/h4><p data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2699\">One day you might be the person hiring interns \u2014 and we\u2019d love to work with you again! CAREERS makes it easy to hire and support youth through paid internships. When that time comes, we\u2019re here to help you give back and build your future workforce.<br data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2437\" \/>\ud83d\udc49<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.careersnextgen.ca\/old\/support-an-intern\/youth-internship-incentive-program-yiip\/employer-eligibility\/\">LEARN MORE\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p><hr data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"2704\" \/><p data-start=\"2706\" data-end=\"2838\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Remember \u2014 once a CAREERS intern, always part of the CAREERS community. Stay in touch, stay involved, and keep building your future!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1451\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1451\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> CONTACT CAREERS <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1451\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-31521e5 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"31521e5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1451\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dbad7f3 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"dbad7f3\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b1ecc92 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b1ecc92\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"237\">\ud83d\udcde <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"><strong data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"235\">Contact CAREERS \u2013 Let\u2019s Keep Going!<\/strong><\/span><\/p><p data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"298\">Did you enjoy your internship experience? Why stop there?<\/p><p data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"563\">There are <em data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"314\">so<\/em> many in-demand careers across Alberta \u2014 and CAREERS is here to help you keep exploring. Whether you want to try another internship, dive deeper into a specific industry, or you\u2019re graduating and ready for the next step, we\u2019ve got options for you.<\/p><p data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"820\">\ud83c\udf93 <strong data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"594\">Done with high school?<\/strong><br data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"597\" \/>Check out our <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.careersnextgen.ca\/old\/get-an-internship\/post-high-school\/u21-program\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"703\">U21 Program<\/a> \u2014 it\u2019s designed for young adults under 21 who want to continue building experience and connections after graduation.<\/p><p data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"984\">\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"863\">Ready for more hands-on learning?<\/strong><br data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"866\" \/>Let\u2019s find your next internship or apprenticeship opportunity. Fill out the form on the page linked below and we\u2019ll help you get started!<\/p><p data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"984\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.careersnextgen.ca\/old\/contact\/\">CONTACT CAREERS<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1452\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1452\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> HELPFUL LINKS <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1452\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7411a2d e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7411a2d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1452\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-199523d e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"199523d\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e1319de elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e1319de\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\ud83d\udcda <span style=\"color: #00abc9;\"><strong data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"240\">Helpful Links<\/strong><\/span><\/p><p data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"497\">Looking to dig a little deeper? These resources will help you learn more about careers, internships, safety, and apprenticeships in Alberta. Whether you\u2019re planning your future or just trying to land your next opportunity, this is a great place to start!<\/p><hr data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"502\" \/><p data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"545\">\ud83e\udded <strong data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"545\">Career Exploration &amp; Planning<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"1044\"><li data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"651\"><p data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"651\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/careersnextgenreports.ca\/\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"574\">CAREERS Annual Report<\/a> \u2013 See the big picture of how internships are creating impact across Alberta.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"736\"><p data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"736\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/occinfo\/occupations-in-alberta\/\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"678\">Occupation Research<\/a> \u2013 Not sure what career path is right for you? Start here.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"845\"><p data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"845\"><a class=\"cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/look-for-work\/find-work\/how-to-find-the-work-you-want\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"843\">ALIS \u2013 How to Find the Work You Want<\/a><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"961\"><p data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"961\"><a class=\"cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/tools-and-resources\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"961\">ALIS \u2013 Career Planning and Assessment Tools<\/a><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"1044\"><p data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1044\"><a class=\"cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/occinfo\/occupations-in-alberta\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1044\">ALIS Occupations List<\/a><\/p><\/li><\/ul><hr data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1049\" \/><p data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1087\">\ud83d\udd27 <strong data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1087\">Trades &amp; Apprenticeships<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1806\"><li data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1210\"><p data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1210\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tradesecrets.alberta.ca\/trades-in-alberta\/designated-trades-profiles\/\">Tradesecrets<\/a> \u2013 Trades &amp; Occupations List<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1352\"><p data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1352\"><a class=\"cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/tradesecrets.alberta.ca\/trades-in-alberta\/designated-trades-profiles\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1350\">Apprenticeship and Industry Training \u2013 Certification Trades<\/a><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1456\"><p data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1456\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tradesecrets.alberta.ca\/apprentice-services\/\">Apprenticeship Research<\/a> \u2013 Discover what apprenticeship pathways are available and how they work.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1566\"><p data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1566\"><a class=\"\" href=\"#\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1503\">Trades in Alberta: What Are the Trades?<\/a> \u2013 A student-friendly overview of what &#8220;trades&#8221; actually means.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1701\"><p data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1701\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/tradesecrets.alberta.ca\/get-started\/start-in-high-school\/registered-apprenticeship-program\/#:~:text=How%20it%20Works,of%20high%20school%20graduation%2C%20and\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1622\">Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) Overview<\/a> \u2013 Learn how high school students like you can get started in the trades early.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1806\"><p data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1806\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/tradesecrets.alberta.ca\/mytradesecrets\/apply-online\/\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1741\">How to Register as an Apprentice<\/a> \u2013 Step-by-step info for when you&#8217;re ready to take the next step.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><hr data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"1811\" \/><p data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1853\">\ud83d\udcbc <strong data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1853\">Internship Prep &amp; Job Skills<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"2287\"><li data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1936\"><p data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1936\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/succeed-at-work\/\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1883\">Internship Preparation<\/a> \u2013 Tips and tools to help you hit the ground running.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2081\"><p data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"2081\"><a class=\"cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/tools-and-resources\/questions-and-answers\/what-should-i-include-in-my-cover-letter\/#:~:text=Your%20cover%20letter%20needs%20to,chances%20of%20getting%20an%20interview.\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"2081\">ALIS \u2013 Writing an Effective Cover Letter<\/a><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2201\"><p data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2201\"><a class=\"cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/look-for-work\/resumes-and-references\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2201\">ALIS \u2013 Writing an Effective Resume<\/a><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2287\"><p data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2287\"><a class=\"cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/alis.alberta.ca\/categories\/look-for-work\/interviews\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2287\">ALIS \u2013 Interview Preparation<\/a><\/p><\/li><\/ul><hr data-start=\"2289\" data-end=\"2292\" \/><p data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2334\">\ud83e\uddba <strong data-start=\"2302\" data-end=\"2334\">Safety &amp; 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