Resources for Indigenous Students

York's Career Education & Development offers a range of services and events which are open to all York students and new graduates as well as online resources to assist you with job searchingcareer exploration, and finding volunteer opportunities. 

The Career Centre strives to provide inclusive career exploration and job search support York's diverse student population. In an effort to continue to make our services culturally sensitive, the Career Centre's Resource Library contains books and resources for Indigenous students. Students who are interested in acquiring additional information regarding aboriginal services and supports are encouraged to visit York's Centre for Aboriginal Student Services

 

Career Resources for Indigenous Students 

Career & Job Search Support 

Job Posting Sites 

  • Experience York (York University Career Centre's Online Job Posting System) 

  • ECO Canada: job posts for environmental careers 

  • Equitek: provides job postings that encourage diversity and inclusivity 

  • Glassdoor: job posting site that also provides company reviews, salary reports and interview questions 

Internships, Co-ops & Summer Programs 

  • APTN: internship for journalism and broadcasting students 

  • BMO Student Internship Program: internship for post-secondary students interested in pursuing a career in banking 

  • Ontario Internship Program: Government of Ontario internship for graduates looking to work within Ontario’s public services 

  • RBC Indigenous: internship and development programs for Indigenous students and young professionals 

  • Scotia Bank Aboriginal Talent: recruitment targeted specifically for Indigenous people 

  • TD Bank: internships for undergraduate students and training programs for financial securities and technology students 

  • Telefilm Canada: provides Indigenous people with the opportunity to gain production experience through on-the-job training 

Indigenous Entrepreneur Resources 

General Resources for Indigenous Students

Community Services in the Greater Toronto Area 

  • 2-Spirited People: provides support to 2-Spirited Indigenous people living with or at risk for HIV and related co-infections 

Government Resources 

  • Good Minds: Indigenous educational book resource 

Please Note: Descriptions of many of these resources are taken from language used on external websites. Claims and opinions expressed are not nece those of the Career Centre or York University. 

Contact Us

Virtual, 202 McLaughlin College

The Career Centre offers a hybrid service model for career advising and counselling services.  You are welcome to schedule virtual or in-person appointments. 

Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (virtually and in-person)

New Monday Virtual Evening Hours for Career Advising 5-7PM starting October 16, 2023!

Summer Fridays: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (operating virtually from May to August)