The Search is on for Summer Jobs!

The warm weather is quickly approaching and we're all getting ready for that dreadful search- the search for summer employment. Here at Career Services, we do our best to make your summer job search as effective and pain-free as possible. Here are a few tips: 

How to Find the Perfect Summer Job

The key to finding the perfect summer job is remembering that it might not currently exist. As important as it is to look for positions that align with your personal goals and passions, remember that gaining valuable experience comes in many different ways! Rather than looking strictly for a job within your field of study, focus on finding a position that interests you- even if it doesn't necessarily fit into your "perfect job" category. Many skills are transferable and can be used in various roles, so instead of asking yourself what type of job you want, ask yourself what kind of problems you would like to solve or what skills you'd like to gain. 

Where to Look

Go to Careerzone (careerzone.brocku.ca) to take a look at positions that are available on and off campus. Many on-campus summer jobs have the potential to extend into part-time positions in the school year.  Here are a few on-campus services that you could apply to this summer:

• Brock Dining Services
• Brock University Students' Union (B.U.S.U)  
• Brock Human Resources
• Recreation Services
• Student Life and Community Experience

Off-campus jobs also have their benefits, here are some general job search sites that can help you land a position within the Niagara Region:

• http://www.jobbank.gc.ca
• http://www.jobgym.com
• http://www.indeed.ca
• http://www.wowjobs.ca
• http://talentegg.ca 

When to Look

Don't wait, start now! One of the biggest misconceptions students have regarding summer job searching is that they have to wait until the summer to start. Many employers prefer to begin their hiring process months in advance. You can find summer job postings as early as January! Start your process now and make your chances of getting summer employment higher. 

How to Prepare 

Preparing for your job search can seem difficult at times. Drop by the Career Resource Centre or email us at Career@brocku.ca for interview tips and job search strategies to help you land a summer job that you enjoy!




Lydia Collins
Senior Career Assistant

Summer Jobs

S: Start Early

U: Umm isn’t an option, start your engines... literally, there are so many job search engines for your viewing

M: Meet with people that help you become the best version of yourself! Like career services (shameless promotion)

M: Make use of your free time at the beginning of the semester and search!

E: Everyone wants to start late. But most of the jobs are posted early. Make sense? Not even a little, but that the reality!

R: Rule the world! When you start now, you can be picky over what jobs to apply for! There may be a job that is perfect for you! You won’t get this luxury later in the year.

J: Journal the progress of your job hunting so you can keep track of your progress

O: OH MY GOODNESS HELP! These moments is natural, trust me, I have them on the daily. That’s why there are resources like our Career Resource Centre along with other amazing facilities like the YMCA that is there for you. So don’t be afraid to reach out!

B: Boost up your resume and supporting documents all the time. This can be done by tailoring your documents through each job individually. We have some great tips readily available for you!

S: Stay positive! Control what you can, and let go of the things you can’t.

This was our fun way at saying, you have to start early! It’s amazing how early jobs are posted, so begin your summer process as soon as you can. Now, let’s chat with just the two of us on this. I really want you to get the position of your dreams. But what would that look like? Just imagine it… Seriously, take a few moments and just reflect, I’ll wait right here.

Welcome back. So think about the steps you need to do in order to achieve that dream goal. I can guarantee that people are going to need relevant experience and that is the beauty of having a summer job!

Happy searching, and all of the very best in your applications! 

Tyler Harris & Anthony Mancuso

Career Assistant's

Coming Soon: Shop for Jobs Fair!

Mark Your Calendars!

  The 2013 Shop for Jobs Fair will take place on 

Tuesday, September 17th from 12PM - 6PM!

Shop for Jobs Event, 2010 (Image from The Brock News, 2011)

Brock University and Niagara College welcome their current students to the annual Shop for Jobs Fair at The Pen Centre in St. Catharines! Only a quick shuttle bus away from Brock's main campus, this popular shopping destination for Niagara residents is filled with a variety of stores that are looking to hire students for part-time positions during the school year!

Stores participating in the Shop for Jobs Fair this year include:

Clothing Stores:

Aeropostale
Aldo
American Eagle
The Bay
Buffalo David Bitton
Bootlegger
Danier
Garage Clothing
Jean Machine
Journey's
La vie en Rose
Le Chateau Ladies
Mexx
Ricki's
RW & CO.
Sears
Spring Shoes
Stiches
Suzy Shier

Electronics and Entertainment Stores:

Best Buy Mobile
HMV
Telus

Miscellaneous Stores:

Bath & Body Works
Green Earth
Zehrs
NJN Jewelers
Things Remembered
Michael Hill Jewelers
Pen Centre Guest Services
Stitch It

Visit the Pen Centre on September 17th between 12PM and 6PM with your resume, professional attire, and a sparkling personality for the opportunity of receiving on the spot interviews from all of the store listed above! For more information on preparing for the Shops for Jobs Fair feel free to stop by the Career Services office to talk to one of our incredible Career Assistants and to grab a copy of our "10 Tips for Success: Shop for Jobs" handout.

See you soon!

Ashley Paolozzi, Lead Career Assistant
4th Year History of Art (Honours)
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For other opportunities working at the Pen Centre be sure to check the Job Opportunities section of there website which can be found here.