In the Alberta economy, there is no shortage of jobs. However, there are ways you can put yourself ahead of the competition so you can find a job that is best for you.
Many jobs are advertised in newspapers or posted on job boards, or you can use the internet to search for jobs posted on the World Wide Web.
While large companies usually will advertise for workers, many jobs are filled by making contact with those who know about job openings, or by speaking with others about the kind of work you are looking for.
One of the most important things you can do is understand your own skills, then match them to the kind of job you wish to have. You should contact companies that employ people in the jobs you want, even if they are not hiring – they may be able to provide leads to other sources of work.
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Resources to Help you Find Work
ASSIST Community Services Centre Services include help with job opportunities, English Language training, Family & children services, interpretation & translation services (Chinese/English), various upgrading courses, housing, transportation, social benefits, rights and obligations, education, employment, health care, workshops & seminars http://www.assistcsc.org/english/main.htm
Career Services Information The Edmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers has a complete resource on getting work in Edmonton http://www.emcn.ab.ca/Career_Services
NorQuest Career Services NorQuest College provides ESL and Career Services http:/
Personal Support and Development Network PSDN is an organization dedicated to assisting you as an individual at bettering yourself professionally; including helping you identify and achieve your professional goals. http://www.psdn.ca/who.php
Government Resources
Alberta Government Learning Information Services Good general information about looking for work, and an excellent job postings/job bank section – it has links to more than 20 individual job banks in Alberta. http:/
Alberta Government - Employment and Immigration Information about financial benefits for people seeking work. Also has extensive list of links to other employment issues such as workers compensation, training services, and training. http:/
BestjobsCanada Good Edmonton job listings, strong focus on technical and trades. http:/
Jobs Etc. This is a Government of Canada site that deals with issues related to employment: how to look for work, resume builders, career navigation, workers rights, training, and career opportunities. It has links to key employment services and a very helpful page on employment issues for immigrants with information about finding work in Alberta’s resource and oil sands industries. https:/
Technology-based Careers A good searchable database for technology-based jobs. http:/
Working.com Across-the-board job listings for Edmonton, sorted by job category. Has a “Find a Job” searchable database, and job seekers can post their resumes. http:/


