Below is a list of external career related resources to aid you with your job search and career development. If you would like to meet with our career coach, email careers@lethpolytech.ca to book an appointment.

Resume Checklist
Cover Letter Checklist
Job Interview Preparation Checklist

Career Planning

alis – CAREER Insite

alis – Exploring Your Occupational Options

The Balance Careers – How to Assess Your Career Values

Career Exploration

alis – Career Research: DIY

Career Professionals of Canada – Career Exploration Resources

The Atlantic – The Secret to Happiness at Work

Skills

Lethbridge Polytechnic – Student Core Competencies

The Muse – Hard Skills vs Soft Skills

The Balance Careers – Top Skills and Attributes Employers Look For

alis – Identify Your Work-Specific Skills

York University – Skills Identification Exercise

 

Labour Market Information

alis – Labour Market Information

Government of Canada – Labour Market Trend Analysis

LMIC - Canadian Job Trends Dashboard

Job Search

alis – How to Find Work

alis – How to Apply for Work

Government of Canada – Job Search Resources

Resumes

alis – Resumes and References

The Balance Careers – College Resume Template for Students and Graduates

The Muse – 10 Resume Resources That’ll Make it (Almost) Impossible for a Hiring Manager to Pass

The Balance Careers – College Student Resume Example with Summary Statement

University of Toronto Career Centre – Resume & Cover Letter Resources

Jobscan

280 Resume Action Words

Cover Letters

alis – Cover Letters

University of Toronto Career Centre – Resume & Cover Letter Resources

The Balance Careers – How to Write a Cover Letter in 5 Easy Steps

The Muse – How to Write a Cover Letter: The All-Time Best Tips

The Balance Careers – Entry-Level Cover Letter Examples and Writing Tips

Interview Preparation

alis – Interviews and Offers

The Balance Careers – How to Make a Good Impression at a Job Interview

The Muse – 50 Common Interview Questions and Answers

Glassdoor – The Ultimate Job Interview Preparation Guide

Glassdoor – 50 Most Common Interview Questions

The Balance Careers – Best Questions to Ask an Interviewer

Indeed – Interview Formats & Styles

Arizona State University - 36 Tips for a Successful Business Interview

Networking

alis – Networking

The Balance Careers – How to Use Networking to Find a Job

Help Guide – Job Networking Tips

Forbes – Top Networking Tips for Job Seekers: Essential Do’s and Don’ts

LinkedIn – 7 Networking Tips to Land a Job Interview

Workplace Professionalism

University of Toronto – Professionalism in the Workplace Modules

Indeed – Guide to Professionalism in the Workplace

Workers’ Rights

alis – Employment Laws and Standards

Alberta Human Rights Commission – Human Rights in the Workplace

Resources for Indigenous Students

alis – Resources for Indigenous Job Seekers

Saamis Employment & Training Association

FLEMING – Indigenous Labour Market Research

Resources for International Students

Government of Canada – Prepare to Work Resources

Skilled Immigrant Info Centre

Settlement Ontario – Employment Resources

Moving 2 Canada – Employment Resources

Arrive - How to Ace your Job Interview in Canada

Resources for Students with Disabilities

Government of Alberta – Disability Related Employment Supports

Government of Alberta – Internship for Persons with Disabilities

Careerwise by CERIC – Bridging the Gap: Resources Relating to Disability and Employment

Fast Company – How to Find a Job that’s a Good Fit When you Have a Hidden Disability

Volunteerism

CampusGroups - Benefits of Volunteering for College Students

VolunteerConnector

Volunteer Lethbridge

GLOCAL

Other Career Supports

Government of Alberta – Employment Service Providers Directory

CollegeGrad