Finding Volunteer Opportunities in myCareer

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Quick Steps:

Log in to myCareer > Click Blue Circle icon (bottom right) > Search Postings
Select Full/ Part Time, Volunteer in the pop up box > select Volunteer in the quick search list

For more detail on the steps above, review the full step-by-step directions below.

Do you need to enhance the experience and/or reference section of your resume? Volunteering is an excellent way to develop your skill set and build a valuable professional network! Volunteer opportunities (of all commitment levels) are frequently advertised on myCareer. Follow these easy steps to find the available volunteer positions:

Log in to myCareer: https://mycareer.dal.ca/login/student.htm
Click the Blue Circle Icon in the bottom right corner and select Search Postings and click on “Full/Part time, Volunteer” in the box that appears
When you search the job postings, choose Volunteer in the Position Type section, or click on the Volunteer button under the Quick Search list at the bottom of the Career Services job postings page.
Click Search and VOILA! Opportunities galore!

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Student Spotlight – Ye (Ian) Fu

November 6, 2018 Management Career Services Leave a Comment

Ye (Ian) Fu is a second-year MBA student in the Corporate Residency program. He is originally from China and chose to come to Canada for the first time to pursue his MBA. Ian was able to apply what he had learned from the MBA program, and make lasting connections that have served him well in his professional development with the Bank of Montreal (BMO) during his recent work term. Gain insight into why Ian believes that leveraging connections is one of the most important skills to master.

When asked about his decision to pursue his MBA in Canada, Ian says the Dalhousie Corporate Residency MBA program was especially attractive. Combining traditional academic coursework with an 8-month paid residency, the CRMBA is a unique opportunity for students to fast-track their professional success.

“The reason why I chose to come to Canada is to experience Canadian culture and gain North American work experience. Considering this, the Corporate Residency MBA program stood out to me immediately. The 22-month program includes an 8-month paid work term, which provides me with the opportunity to experience the corporate culture in Canada and to network with professionals in the industry to pave the way for my post-graduate job search next year.”

Ian completed his 8-month residency with BMO in Toronto this past August where he worked as a Data Analyst. He notes that transitioning between two projects challenged him to be organized and rely on skills he had developed through the CRMBA program.

“I had to quickly learn how to manage the relationship with both teams and carry on two projects at the same time. The effective communication and time management skills I learned from my MBA PPE (Personal Professional Effectiveness) class really helped me succeed during this transition.”

Ian says that a big part of his residency success can be attributed to the supportive nature of his supervisor and team members. Having that degree of support enabled Ian to gain confidence in his abilities and seek out tasks and learning opportunities outside of his comfort zone.

“Both of the teams that I was a part of were super supportive and helpful in answering my questions and guiding me through projects. I had weekly meetings with my supervisor where I was able to talk to him about the things I learned and ask for his feedback. I’ve benefitted tremendously from the cohesive team environment and the ease of access to upper management at BMO.”

For Ian, one of the most beneficial aspects of his residency was the increased opportunity to make professional connections, which he says directly influenced his future career development.

“Your work term is the best time for you to demonstrate your personality and work ethic. Making a good impression with your colleagues and managers can really help you stand out. Earning a reference letter from your manager is one of the best ways to differentiate yourself from the rest of the competition.”

“It’s never too early to start networking. Everyone in the company should be your target audience, even from different teams, as you never know if someone from the finance team might offer you a position even when you are working in marketing. Be proactive; introduce yourself and ask people questions, this is the best way to start the conversation. Don’t get frustrated by a few failures. If you’re doing what you believe is the best for you, success will come!”

Want to learn more about how to improve and leverage your networking skills? Check out our blog post ‘Build Your Confidence and Practice the Art of Networking’ to learn tips and tricks on that you can apply to your job search and career growth.

Student Spotlight: Sam Dyson and Michele Megannety

April 3, 2018 Management Career Services Leave a Comment

Sam Dyson is a second year CRMBA student who took the initiative to plan a networking trip for himself to Toronto. He was able to organize meetings to reconnect with colleagues from his past and discuss future career opportunities for himself.

Sam was fortunate enough to arrange a meeting with the Member of Parliament for his home riding, Julie Dabrusin. He served as a candidate’s aide for her during the 2015 Canadian Federal Election and was able to discuss with her his short-term future. As a result of their meeting, Sam and Ms. Dabrusin have planned to connect while she attends a convention in Halifax this month.

Sam also arranged a meeting and tour with Borealis Wind, a start-up company in the renewable energy sector. Sam has an interest in renewable energy sector careers and was able to make a strong connection stating, “After the tour, I spent about an hour and a half with Daniela Roeper, CEO, and Kyle Pearson, Business Strategist.”

Sam’s initiative paid off, as he described his interactions with Borealis Wind by saying, “I feel that we were able to develop a rapport and social connection based on our meeting, and it is my hope that as the company grows I may be able to support and/or join them in the long-term.”

Sam also connected with his former supervisor John Allen from Global Public Affairs who, “also holds an MBA and provided some very helpful wisdom and advice on career planning.”

After their meeting John Allen connected Sam with Michael MacTaggart, who is also Sam’s former supervisor. Michael MacTaggart mentioned to Sam that he was looking to fill a position with Global Public Affairs in Ottawa and encouraged Sam to apply.

Sam’s final meeting was with an associate from Sustainalytics. Sam was excited by this visit as he refers to this company as, “an ideal destination given its status as the top pure-play sustainability research firm worldwide.”

The initiative Sam took in organizing his own networking trip allowed him to tailor his networking experience. This meant that Sam was able to connect with colleagues and employers he was truly interested in and help to build a network that will help him along his career path.

Michele Megannety is a second year CRMBA student who used the recent Toronto Connects Tour to explore her interest in third party logistics and freight forwarding. Michele was able to connect with several companies which allowed her to grow her network within her field of interest.

Michele first met with Panalpina World Transport. From this meeting she gained contacts with Damco and Kuehne + Nagel that are willing to connect with her in the future. This meeting also provided Michele with a better understanding of how the supply chain industry operates in Canada.

During her meeting with Baffinland Iron Mines Corporation, Michele met with Dalhousie CRMBA alumni Sean Butler who encouraged Michele to apply for an Approvals Manager position which allowed her to interview with their VP and Director of Sustainable Development.

Michele completed her Corporate Residency with Aon and viewed her meeting with them during the tour as a chance to reconnect noting, “I met with one of the Marine Brokers in the Toronto office and was able to learn more about the companies they are doing business with and the operations of that office.”

After the Toronto Connects Tour, Michele was considering taking a position with Aon in Halifax and described her tour experience as helpful. “If I take a position in Halifax, I will be working with this group from time to time and therefore this was a great opportunity to put faces to names and build my internal network.”

In the end Michele accepted her job offer and starts working with Aon in June.

Sam and Michele both used their networking experiences in Toronto to learn more about potential careers, gather industry and company intelligence, and make connections while doing so. To learn more about the Toronto Connects Tour visit our website.

Student Spotlight: Brooks Capewell

March 27, 2018 Management Career Services Leave a Comment

Brooks came to Dalhousie as a transfer student in his second year and is now a 4th-year Finance major in the Bachelor of Commerce program. Brooks has shown initiative in his networking and this has led to numerous career opportunities for him.

Active networking has helped Brooks with more than just creating job opportunities. It has helped him form relationships with individuals who act as mentors and motivate him to succeed. With the motivation from his mentors, Brooks has founded his own start-up company, FunKey Token Inc., while continuing to study as a full-time student.

When asked about the advantages of actively networking, Brooks talked about the endless benefits that come with a strong network. He mentioned that a strong network can have a variety of benefits but said, “For me, the most substantial benefit is finding connections who push me forward and always challenge me to think bigger.”

Brooks feels that his network will be useful in the future and that he has already been offered endless opportunities from it. Brooks says, “I have been obtaining endless help from my network as far as knowledge, information, motivation, job offers, and resources for my company are concerned. In the long term, it is vital to stay in contact; networking is not a once and done effort. Looking into the future, I will continue to leverage my network for many of the same reasons, although the scope will change slightly.”

“Networking opens endless doors and it is surprising what people are willing to helping you with”, Brooks added.

For more information on networking, book an appointment with your Career Recruitment Specialist at Management Career Services or check out our networking online infographics.

Student Spotlight: Samantha Kelemen

February 27, 2018 Management Career Services Leave a Comment

Samantha Kelemen is a 3^rd year Bachelor of Commerce Finance major who worked for the retail supplier Agrium during the summer after her 1st year at Dal. During her time at Agrium she managed to make strong connections with her managers that she has maintained to this day. After doing her first two co-op work terms with CIBC and Scotiabank, respectively, Samantha reached out to her former manager at Agrium to do an informational interview as part of her Work Term Report. Samantha said she was interested in conducting an informational interview with her colleague from Agrium because she wanted to see what careers were out there besides the ones she was exposed to through with her two co-ops.

At the end of her informational interview, Samantha mentioned she had an interest in consulting. She was then referred to speak with a partner in the Boston Consulting Group’s Calgary office by a senior manager at Agrium who had previously worked for the organization. Samantha applied for a co-op position with BCG and was successful in reaching the Skype interview phase of the application process. While she did not end up being offered the position with BCG, Samantha describes the interview process as extremely valuable.

“I had read a lot of case study prep books, but nothing is like the real thing,” Samantha said.

Samantha’s interview lasted two hours and contained two case studies where her responses were meticulously examined. She was very grateful for the feedback and interview experience that BCG provided.

“I got to speak with both partners and HR at the Boston Consulting Group. This opened a lot of doors for me and helped me learn a lot about a potential career in consulting”.

When asked if she would recommend informational interviews to other students, Samantha was quick to say yes. She feels that informational interviews are the best way to learn about a company and about the careers that exist within a company. Samantha went on the say that, “at first, informational interviews can be intimidating but people love talking about their jobs, letting you know what they do and helping you with your career decisions”.

Kick-off your Summer 2019 recruitment activities at the Co-op Summer Social

February 26, 2018 Management Career Services Leave a Comment

We are offering our valued employers the chance to be participate in this exclusive student engagement event. To take advantage of this one-of-a-kind opportunity, MCS is seeking employers who are interested in engaging with Fall 2019 work term candidates and would like to promote their brand on campus and talk about their upcoming co-op opportunities. Your contribution will be recognized before, during, and after the event in various ways including booth space, your brand on promotional marketing, event coverage, and more.

Capacity is limited, so act fast to confirm your interest before April 5th, 2019.

Please contact Aidan at mcscoop3@dal.ca or call 902-494-1515 for more information. Do not miss this unique opportunity to network with these eager and talented young professionals. Check out our Facebook event here!

Alumni Spotlight: Phill Stanley

February 6, 2018 Management Career Services Leave a Comment

Phill Stanley is an alumnus of the Bachelor of Commerce program. He graduated from Dalhousie in 2014 with a major in Marketing Management. Phill first heard of DHL at an information session they hosted at Dalhousie in the spring of 2014. After he attended the information session and he was asked to interview for an Operations Supervisor role. After additional interviews, he was offered the role based in Langley, British Columbia.

Phill describes his experience with DHL as very positive. After starting as an Operations Supervisor in Langley, BC where he helped provide third party logistics services for Overwaitea Foods, he was given the opportunity to move to Calgary and start up a new distribution center for Cabela’s Canada.

Working with Cabela’s, Phill has been exposed to many different aspects of their supply chain operations, from inbound procurement, to inventory management, and outbound order fulfilment. Phill’s role further expanded to involve managing highly regulated firearms and dangerous goods such as ammunition, primers, and powders. Phill says he became more involved with systems testing and continuous improvement. This eventually led him to his current role of Systems Manager where Phill is now responsible for all IT aspects of the distribution center, including systems integration, IT project management, and process improvement.

Phill went on to say that “DHL has also given me the opportunity to work with other clients that use our services. In 2016, I spent time in Memphis, Tennessee where I supported the opening of a new Nike distribution centre. This year I’m working with two new clients that are building distribution centers in Wisconsin and Pennsylvania.”

When asked if he would recommend a career with DHL to current students Phill said he would and that, “DHL is growing rapidly and the amount of opportunities available within our company are increasing. Most people do not realize how much of a role DHL plays in our daily lives. Some of our clients include Shopper’s Drug Mart, Shell, Smuckers, P&G, and Nike. We continue to see a trend in companies outsourcing their supply chain operations to third party logistics specialists such as DHL and this will only increase with the trend towards E-commerce. A career with DHL will provide you with the foundation of skills needed to compete in today’s modern logistics industry and give you an opportunity to advance your career quickly”.

Phill says the greatest benefit of working with DHL is getting to work with a company that is the largest in the logistics industry with global connections and opportunities in all areas of business. “Whether you are in accounting, finance, marketing, or engineering, DHL can provide you with a career in all of these areas. DHL has already given me the opportunity to work across North America and there are many opportunities abroad. If you are a highly motivated, flexible, individual looking to advance your career, DHL can provide you with the opportunity to achieve this”.

DHL is hosting an information session on February 8^th at 6pm in the Rowe Building. Register now on myCareer.

Student Spotlight: Colin MacKinley

March 7, 2016 Management Career Services Leave a Comment

Colin MacKinley is a third-year Bachelor of Commerce student majoring in Accounting, and is originally from Bedford, Nova Scotia. Colin worked in the Finance Department of Nova Scotia Community College for his first co-op work term, and he worked as an Assurance Associate for PwC in Halifax for his second co-op work term. He will be completing his third and final co-op at PwC this summer. Colin’s involvement with PwC’s Talent Academy helped him make valuable business connections and build lasting business relationships. Connor discusses how his involvement with the Talent Academy helped advance his professional career.

“I came across the PwC Talent Academy conference in the Management Career Services E-bulletin and I immediately applied for a position. I saw this as a great opportunity to create new connections and was fortunate enough to be selected.

The Talent Academy really gave me first-hand insight of the PwC culture, and it was a fantastic experience to build and develop essential teamwork and leadership skills with students from across the country. I found the skills and knowledge I gained from the Talent Academy to be directly relatable to my co-op position with PwC. If it wasn’t for the PwC Talent Academy and MCS, I would not have had the amazing opportunity to make the connections I did to secure my fall co-op position with the firm.

I would highly recommend that students apply to attend the Talent Academy, as it is a tremendous opportunity to learn more about the firm, create lasting relationships, and hear from experienced professionals in the industry. Also, be sure to take advantage of the upcoming events on the myCareer events calendar, as they are a great wayto get your foot in the door and gain valuable experience for the future.”

PwC’s Talent Academy application information can be found under job 52732 on myCareer. There is a virtual information session on March 11^thfrom 2-3 p.m., and the deadline to apply for the Talent Academy is March 21^st at 5:00 p.m. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to advance your skills and build lasting professional relationships!

Student Spotlight: Emilie D’Costa

March 1, 2016 Management Career Services Leave a Comment

Meet Emilie D’Costa, a second-year Bachelor of Commerce student majoring in Finance. She took an interest in capital markets during a “Take Your Kid to Work Day” where she spent the afternoon in CIBC’s trading room and had the opportunity to trade bond futures. Six years later, she is completing her first co-op term at CIBC as an analyst on their securities lending team. Receiving this job offer was greatly influenced by her networking with CIBC during the 2015 Toronto Corporate Tour. Emilie discusses how she utilized this opportunity to make connections with her employer:

“I chose to participate in the 2015 Toronto Corporate Tour because I really wanted to do my co-op work term in Toronto. Last April, I had just finished my first year at Dalhousie and had not made many connections in Toronto. The Toronto Corporate Tour gave me the opportunity to meet several professionals from different parts of the financial industry who I wouldn’t have otherwise had the chance to meet.

The Toronto Corporate Tour is an action-packed three-day networking event divided into three streams: Finance, Marketing, and Career Discovery. I chose to participate in the Finance stream of the tour. We had the opportunity to visit and network with many potential employers, and we had the chance to practice our elevator pitches, do mock interviews, and work on our networking skills. In addition to this, we visited several institutions, such as CIBC, RBC, and Scotiabank. The Toronto Corporate Tour offers you a chance to learn about the different companies, how their application processes work, and about potential co-op opportunities at their company.

While on the Toronto Corporate Tour I networked with CIBC and met several contacts with whom I stayed in touch over the summer. In September, when the banks began to post their jobs, I reached out to my contacts and told them I had applied and they helped me get an interview and eventually secure the position with the securities lending team at CIBC. During the time I’ve spent networking, I’ve learned that employers really want to give back to students and help them get into the industry.

If you’re interested in working in Toronto for your work terms, the Toronto Corporate Tour is a great way to meet professionals you would not otherwise have the chance to meet. It’s a really safe environment to put yourself out there and make valuable connections.”

The Toronto Corporate Tour registration deadline has been extended to Monday, March 7^th at NOON. Spots are filling up fast, so sign up now! For more details on the 2016 Toronto Corporate Tour, as well as registration information, visit our website!

Build your career in Finance this summer!

June 17, 2015 Management Career Services Leave a Comment

Are you interested in finance and want to know more about the industry? Here’s your chance to participate in five career enhancing events that will increase your finance knowledge, expand your business network, and give you an inside perspective of top finance companies. Get your finance game on and don’t miss out on these amazing learning opportunities!

1) LinkedIn RBC Campus Recruiting

Date: June 23rd – August 27th, 2015
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m
Location: Online, on the LinkedIn RBC Campus Recruiting page

The RBC Campus recruitment team will hold Live LinkedIn chats, giving students the opportunity to interact about the various areas within the bank. The session scheduling and topics are as follows:

July 23^rd – Personal and Commercial Banking (CBLP, Advice Centers plus more)
July 30^th – Day of Finance (CPA and FMDP)
Aug 6th – Wealth (WMGP, DS, GAM)
Aug 12^th – Capital Markets & Group Risk Management (GRM Leadership, Credit Risk)
Aug 20^th – Insurance
Aug 27^th– Campus Recruiting Wrap up – Be Prepared for Fall recruiting!

How to apply:
Join the LinkedIn RBC Campus Recruiting group and submit questions to receive live responses. Students can also pre-submit questions by emailing campusrecruitment@rbc.com.

2) RBC Capital Markets – Celebrating Women Networking Session

Date: Wednesday, July 29th, 2015
Time: 5:00 -7:30 p.m
Location: The RBC Plaza, Toronto, ON
Application Deadline: Monday July 20th, 2015

RBC invites female students heading into the 3rd year of their undergraduate degree to The Women Networking Session. Students interested in Investment Banking, Sales & Trading, Debt Origination or Research are encouraged to apply. This session is a great opportunity for students to meet senior professionals and alumni of RBC’s Global Investment Banking and Global Markets Programs.

How to apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and passion for the industry by Monday July 20th. Note that travel and accommodation will be for your own account.

3) PepsiCo Canada – Finance Open House

Date: Thursday, August 6th, 2015
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m
Location: 5550 Explorer Drive, 8th floor, Mississauga, Ontario

Are you passionate about starting a career in Finance? PepsiCo’s Finance Open House is the chance for you to learn about the New Grad and student opportunities, and showcase your skills to the Finance Team, Senior Executives and CFO of PepsiCo.

How to apply:
Email PFCHQHR@pepsico.com with the following information:
• Name
• Email
• School
• Year of study
• Are you in a Coop Program? Y/N
Please note that spots are limited and will be on a first come first serve basis

4) Speed Interviewing & Networking for Financial Services Professionals

Date: Wednesday, August 26th, 2015
Time: 1:30 – 4:30 p.m
Location: TBA once you have been accepted to attend
Application Deadline: Wednesday August 5th, 2015

Brought to you by The Halifax Partnership and Job Junction, this event invites participants to be interviewed by financial services professionals from several companies in a round of 7 minute interviews. This interview style is called Speed Interviewing and it is intended for you to put your best foot forward and give the company a glimpse of your skills and personality. If they are interested in a follow up interview, they will contact you. At the end of the event, there will be a Networking Social that will allow you to further connect with professionals.

How to apply:
Email your resume to Isaac Mbaziira at isaacm@halifaxpartnership.com by Wednesday August 5th, 2015. As there are a limited number of spaces, it is advised to apply promptly. Please note that there will be a pre-screening interview before you are accepted to attend this event.

5) hEDGE Finance Conference 2015

Date: August 26th – 28th, 2015
Location: Throughout the financial district in Downtown Toronto
Application Deadline: Friday, July 3^rd, 2015

hEDGE Finance Conference 2015 focuses on Investment Banking, Sales & Trading, Asset Management, Equity Research, Private Equity, and Venture Capital. The three-day conference will be packed with firm-led workshops at each of the respective sponsors’ offices, keynote speakers, networking events, mock interviews, a competition, and delegate socials.

How to apply:
Applications are now open at: https://hedgeconference.ca/apply/ Students are encouraged to send in their application early.
For more information contact hEDGE at info@hedgeconference.ca

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