Careers Choose a career
Not ready to choose a career, or not sure where to begin? Take some time to reflect on your options and make an informed decision.
Starting career planning early can only be beneficial. Job Bank offers several tools to help you find the career path that’s right for you.
Apprenticeships Learn on the job with an apprenticeship
An apprenticeship is a mix of paid work experience, hands-on training and technical learning in a trade. You’ll spend 80% of your time learning on the job from an experienced tradesperson.
Discover careers in the skilled trades . This link will open in a new window If you’re thinking about doing a trade, every province and territory has apprenticeship programs that you can apply to. When you decide which trade you want to pursue, you’ll find lots of support for skilled trades and apprenticeship training. You can also search for available apprenticeship positions across Canada.
Learn about the Canada Apprentice Loan Basics This link will open in a new window and see what you might qualify for.
If you’re Indigenous, you can also apply to the IT Apprenticeship Program for Indigenous Peoples This link will open in a new window.
Jobs Find a job
Job search sites for young Canadians:
Find a summer job
Looking for a summer job? Canada Summer Jobs offers opportunities for youth every year. Job postings go live on Job Bank each spring. Start your search early and apply on Canada Summer Jobs as soon as the program begins!
Volunteering Volunteer and contribute to your community
Make a difference by putting your skills to use in service of others while gaining valuable experience and training. Explore opportunities to serve whether on a full-time or part-time basis and find a path that aligns with your interests and commitment to Canada.
- Build confidence and become an active member in your community through the Cadet Program This link will open in a new window. Participate in community-based activities, like sailing, navigation, expedition and safety training, while developing leadership, citizenship, and fitness.
- Develop leadership skills, learn about different cultures, and connect with nature while gaining new knowledge by joining the Junior Canadian Rangers This link will open in a new window.
- Collaborate with the RCMP to help make your community safer for youth, improve policing, and address local concerns by joining the RCMP National Youth Advisory Committee This link will open in a new window.
- Get involved with Parks Canada This link will open in a new window by participating in fun events, connecting with visitors, protecting nature and history, and taking part in hands-on activities like cleanups, wildlife monitoring, and heritage sites conservations.
Paid internships Find a paid internship
Internships are short-term work experiences that focus on career exploration and training. They can help you gain knowledge, hands-on experience, and meet school program requirements.
With a paid internship you can earn an income, develop new skills, gain contacts in your field and boost your career possibilities, all while having fun.
Browse the following paid internships and find one that works for you:
- Youth Employment and Skills Strategy This link will open in a new window - Internships and short-term jobs for youth aged 15 to 30
- Young Canada Works This link will open in a new window - Internships and short-term jobs
- Students on Ice Foundation This link will open in a new window – Arctic ambassador program
- Official Languages Programs This link will open in a new window - Bilingual work experiences in another province or territory
- Languages at work This link will open in a new window - Summer jobs in your second language (available only to Explore bursary recipients)
- Volunteering and internships abroad This link will open in a new window – Volunteer and internship placements
- Post-Secondary Co-op/Internship Program This link will open in a new window - Internships with the Government of Canada
- Student work placements This link will open in a new window - Work experience for post-secondary students
Fellowships Apply for a fellowship
A fellowship is a funded opportunity that could last from a few weeks to a few years. Fellows receive help with professional, academic, or personal growth and are sponsored by associations, organizations, institutions, or the government.
Training Improve your skills with training
Building skills doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Whether you’re exploring career options, preparing for your first job, or looking to transition into a new field, there are short-term trainings and practical tools that can help you take the next step.
Figure out which skills you need This link will open in a new window at your current or future job, then browse short-term training.
Skills for Indigenous youth
If you’re an Indigenous youth (or an Indigenous service delivery organization), there are local organizations and funding opportunities available to you:
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