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HOW WILL YOU DEVELOP YOUR CAREER?

The transition from school to work can be intimidating. Career and Volunteer Services can:

  • Show you the variety of options available with your degree, and ways to bring your unique qualities and experiences to the world
  • Encourage you to identify and speak about your strengths and interests and contribute with confidence so that you can land a job that you are interested in, and can make a difference doing
  • Introduce strategic ways to build your skills, learn through hands-on experiences, and connect with people and workplaces
  • Demonstrate the power of a well-written resume, effective ways to search for meaningful work, and leveraging your knowledge 

Make the transition easier by getting started today. We are here to inspire your future.

ABOUT US

We provide career guidance supports to undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent alumni from all disciplines. Our Centre is based on Burnaby campus, with services provided  at other campuses and remotely.  We are aligned with SFU's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We look forward to working with you!

Burnaby: Maggie Benston Centre (MBC) 0300
Surrey: Mezzanine level, 2538 
Vancouver: Main level, behind Information Services        

Phone: 778.782.3106 
Email:careers@sfu.ca
Instagram: @sfu.career

Advising

Whether you're just starting at SFU, have recently graduated, or are somewhere in between, talk to a Career Educator about anything career-related.  

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Career Roadmap

The SFU Career Roadmap is full of career-building activities to help you develop skills, gain experience, and build your network through experiential learning. 

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Workshops and Events

Employers, non-profits, and volunteer organizations visit our campuses to recruit students and alumni like you! See the calendar for the next employer event or career workshop.

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Explore

You have many options with your degree, but your major is just one part of what you offer. Get clarity on your skills, knowledge, values and how you want to be in the world so you can move ahead with purpose.

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Prepare

Work with a career professional, or use our online resources, to develop your work search toolbox: a strategic resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile, and learn how to show your value in a job interview.

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Work and Volunteer Opportunities

Search for paid or volunteer roles, on and off campus, on some of our favourite posting sites.

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Resources and Support

Career exploration and development resources, tools and training for career thinking and work search. 

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Employers

Connect with students and alumni via job postings, information sessions, career fairs and other opportunities.

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Faculty and Staff

Career education is an integral part of the university experience. Let's work together to ensure students are suitably prepared to be successful in their future careers. 

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Explore Your Degree

What can you do with your degree? Find out what you enjoy and what is important to you. Build on the skills and knowledge you are gaining in your studies. Try experiential education, volunteer roles, projects in the classroom, conversational research, or part-time work, to gain clarity. 

Find out about the potential careers and skill sets you'll have from your degree, with our "What Can I Do With A Degree In..." series.

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Book A Workshop

Don’t have a career plan? That’s ok. We can help you make a plan and take action. Book an appointment or sign up for a workshop and let us help you figure out your next steps.

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Support for SFU Graduates

We offer advising for recent grads. Our services include one-to-one sessions with a Career Education Specialist, alumni-specific info sessions and workshops, grad school discovery talks, and career fairs. Watch our events page for upcoming events or call to book.