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Look for Work

Are you looking for a job, drafting your resumé, or preparing for an interview? These tools and resources will help get you started.

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Work Search Basics

Whether you're a first-time job seeker, a newcomer to Canada, or a long-time veteran of the workforce, this article can give you the knowledge and resources to find work in Alberta.
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Alberta Job Postings

Looking for work in Alberta? Get started now. Use filters to refine your job search. Sign up for alis Job Alerts so you don’t miss the newest job postings.
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Job Banks

Discover regional, municipal, industry, student, and employer job banks as well employment agencies and job search engines.
Resources for Finding a Job

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How Do I Look for a Job? (2:57)

Work Options

Networking

Self-Employment

Learn About Apprenticeship

Labour Market Information

Think Industries and Sectors When Planning Your Career
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How to Contact Employers to Find Unadvertised Jobs
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Job Loss: Creating a New Future
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Easy Reading Job Profiles

Finding Work With a Criminal Record

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Resumés and References

A well written resumé and good references are both key to your work search. Find out how to craft a high impact resumé and who to ask to be your references.
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Cover Letters

When you write a cover letter, your goal is to get the employer’s attention by showing how your skills and accomplishments make you a good fit for the job.
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Apply for Work

You can apply for work in a number of different ways. Find out how to complete an application form or submit your resume in paper or online.
Resources for Applying for a Job
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Stay Positive During Your Work Search
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How to Write a Great Resumé
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Which Resumé Type Fits You Best?
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Choose Power Words to Make Your Resumé Stand Out
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Identify Your Work-Specific Skills
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Recognize Your Accomplishments
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Cover Letters Open the Door to an Interview
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Unavailable or Problem References? What You Can Do
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How to Send Your Resumé Package in Multiple Formats

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Interviews and Offers

The interview process involves 3 steps—preparing for the interview, succeeding in the interview and handling the job offer.
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How to Succeed at a Job Interview

You've got the interview! Here's how to prepare, practice, present and participate so you can make the impression that will get you the job.
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How to Negotiate Your Job Offer

Congratulations, you’ve been offered the job! Before you say yes, take some time to think about the terms of your employment.
Resources for Getting the Job
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How to Answer Common Interview Questions
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Types of Interviews
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How Do I Prepare for an Interview? (2:57)
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Know Your Core Skills and How to Sell Them
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"How do I best explain my strengths and weaknesses in an interview?"
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How to Ace Your Phone or Online Interview

Questions to Ask in a Job Interview

What Can Employers Ask You?
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"What should I do after the interview?"
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How to Build a Job Portfolio
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Additional Resources for Specific Audiences

If you want to find work, the information and resources in this section are a good place to begin. Resources are categorized for specific audiences.

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Work Search Basics

Whether you're a first-time job seeker, a newcomer to Canada, or a long-time veteran of the workforce, this article can give you the knowledge and resources to find work in Alberta.
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How to Apply for a Job When You Don’t Have All the Qualifications

Don’t dismiss a job opportunity because you don’t meet all the requirements. Learn strategies for getting employers to overlook shortcomings and focus on why you’re right for the job.
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How to List Your Skills, Abilities, and Accomplishments

You have important career assets to offer an employer. From a young age, you’ve learned and done useful and important things. Discover how to identify your skills, abilities, and accomplishments to make your work search tools stronger.

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Stay Organized as You Search for Work

Set your job search up for success by following these tips for staying organized and in control throughout the process.
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Build Your Canadian Work Experience

Find out the paths you can take to gain the experience needed to excel in Alberta’s workplaces.
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What Employers Are Looking for in a Job Application

Find out how to submit a job application that gets through applicant tracking software screening and impresses employers.
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Choose the Way You Work

A global marketplace, flexible work weeks, and ongoing technology updates are offering countless choices for the way Albertans work.
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