Workplace or Gap Year

Preparing for the Workplace

Need Help Preparing for a Job? 

• Build a Strong Resume: Highlight part-time jobs, volunteer work, certifications, and key skills like reliability and communication.

• Target Trades & Apprenticeships: Look into paid apprenticeships in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.

• Practice Interviewing

• Master Financial Basics: Set a strict budget, build an emergency savings fund, and start saving for retirement immediately.

• Keep Learning: Gain industry-specific certifications and seek out experienced mentors on the job.

Where Can I Look for a Job?

Ontario Government: Ready.Set.Work

Government of Canada Job Bank

Job Search Websites:

• myBlueprint  (you must be logged in as an OCSB student)

• Indeed

• Monster

• Working in Canada

GAP YEAR

It can mean a variety of things depending on your pathway plans!  Some students opt to take a year to find work and save some money to put towards post secondary plans while others will take the year to volunteer and explore other options of learning! Still other students may look to upgrade some courses at places like St. Nicholas Adult High School: St. Nicholas.

Discover Year is a certified Canadian post-secondary program, recognized by the Government of Canada. Program fees are RESP-eligible and can be claimed as a tuition tax credit. For more information: Discoveryear.