Careers in Carpentry

Employment Opportunities

There are many new opportunities for individuals looking for a challenging career in the construction industry. Employers are looking for young men and women with a strong interest and a willingness to learn. There is a shortage of qualified carpentries. An estimated 2,550 new jobs will open in this trade in the near future. Graduates will be prepared to enter the carpentry field as an apprentice.

Student Employment

Kwantlen students are eligible for employment both on and off campus. Please see the Student Employment Centre for job posting and instructions for using Workopolis.com.

Finding Employment

Web sites such as Workinfonet are useful resources for finding employment in the trades industry.

A wage subsidy program is available through Human Resources & Skills Development Canada for students seeking employment who

• Have collected Employment Insurance within the last three years, or have been on maturity/parental leave within the past five years
• Are currently unemployed
• Are seeking full time employment.

Additional information is available at www.santewagesubsidy.com

Working at Kwantlen

If you are looking for employment as an instructor or staff member at Kwantlen, please see the Human Resources website at www.kwantlen.ca/hr.