The goal of the Seminar Series is to create awareness about career opportunities in a variety of industry sectors. This year there are two seminar areas: one focused around Trades & Technology and the other geared towards Career Options. Seminar presentations are 30 minutes in duration. No registration is necessary for the Seminars. Seating is first come, first serve!
The Government of Canada has contributed funding to this initiative.
Kamloops Education & Career Fair - February 5, 2009 |
Seminar Schedule |
Trades & Technology Seminars - Seminar Area 1 |
| Time |
Presentation Topic |
Presented By |
| 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM |
Driving Towards a Future in the Automotive Industry |
New Car Dealers Association of BC |
Crazy about cars? Looking for a great paying and advancing career in the automotive industry? Follow your passion and do what you love! Whether you’re technical or a people-person, there’s a growing number of positions in the automotive industry waiting for you! From hands-on skilled trades through to professional roles in sales and business, discover the job you’ve always wanted. Come to our presentation to learn the steps you need to take to prepare for an exciting automotive career!
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| 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM |
An exciting new career in Architectural Sheet Metal Work |
Roofing Contractors Association of BC |
Architectural Sheet Metal workers are creative, artistic, practical craftspeople who not only work with their hands, but with their hearts. They are responsible for creating some of the world’s most stunning interior and exterior aspects of architecture. They work with state-of-the-art computer hardware, software, and equipment. They have the skills to prepare, repair and fabricate components for; metal roofs, metal walls and other exterior wall products. This trade includes three 6-week periods of technical training at well-resourced training centers and 4,800 hours of work-based training. Enjoy the freedom and advantages of earning good money in a trade you love.
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| 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
Be the Heroes of Tomorrow! Investigating Exciting Careers in Forensics |
British Columbia Institute of Technology – Centre for Forensics & Security Technology Studies |
The world is changing – morally and technologically – and crime along with it. The field of forensics is where you can see how evidence is collected, examined and reported. Go behind the scenes, deep into the world of the REAL CSI (Crime Scene Investigation) with experts who have seen and done it all.
Your eyes will be opened to careers in Forensic Science (DNA, fingerprinting), Crime & Intelligence (criminal profiling), Forensic Health (domestic violence), Economic Crime (fraud, embezzlement), Computer Crime (hackers, child pornography) and advancements in Video Imaging Technologies. Let Forensics’ experts reveal the fascinating career paths in forensics so that YOU can be the heroes of tomorrow.
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| 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM |
Digital Arts & Entertainment Careers |
Centre for Arts and Technology |
Looking for a career in the Digital Arts & Entertainment Industries such as 3D Animation and 3D Game Animation? Want to become a Network Security Specialist? How about an Audio Engineer, Photographer, Filmmaker or Graphic Designer? This exciting seminar will inform you of the fantastic growing Digital Arts career opportunities that exist in BC, where to find them, and how to pursue your dream job.
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| 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM |
The Trades and You: An introduction to trades careers in British Columbia |
Industry Training Authority |
BC’s Industry Training Authority will present an engaging, interactive and informative presentation entitled The Trades and You.
Through this multimedia show, the ITA aims to better inform you about career opportunities in trades by answering three fundamental questions:
1. What are the trades?
2. Why are they good education and career options?
3. How can I learn more and even get started on a trade in high school?
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| 1:15 PM - 1:45 PM |
Drilling Down: A Career on the Rigs Will Move You UP! |
Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Contractors |
The oil and gas industry has seen unprecedented growth in BC in recent years. Drilling and service rigs are this industry’s ‘front lines’, essential for exploration, well creation and well maintenance. The crews who operate rig equipment are skilled occupations that provide the backbone for the oil and gas industry.
Drilling and service rig contractors are looking for new potential employees who seek a physically challenging, well-paying job that is the initial step towards a rewarding career path.
This presentation will answer three important questions for interested individuals: What does a job on the rigs look like? Where can this job take me? How do I get started?
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Career Options Seminars - Seminar Area 2 |
| Time |
Presentation Topic |
Presented By |
| 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM |
A Creative Career – A Creative Lifestyle in Applied Arts |
The Art Institute of Vancouver |
Creative careers are found everywhere. Today you will have the opportunity to explore career options and see portfolio work of students in four creative professional areas:
1. Design – Graphic Design, Media Art & Animation, and Interior Design,
2. Media Arts – Digital Media Production, Visual Effects & Motion Graphics, Professional Recording Arts, and Interactive Media Design
3. Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management – Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, Culinary Management
4. Fashion – Fashion Design, Fashion Marketing, and Visual Merchandising
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| 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
If You Want to go to Mars, You Have to Learn to Fly First |
Southern Skies Aviation Ltd. |
Yes! There are vacancies within the aviation industry. Aspiring pilots have the opportunity to replace the aging aviation work force, as typical replacement flight crew sources are depleted.
This presentation will acquaint you with different types of aviation training. You will be shown how to evaluate training programs, and how to determine which one suits you. You will also learn about typical career paths and aviation work environments, commensurate with industry standard pay and benefit packages. The benefit of post secondary education will be discussed along with the requirements for entry into domestic and international air operators and carriers.
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| 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM |
Criteria of Excellence for an Education Abroad |
Les Roches/Glion, Switzerland |
The world gets smaller and smaller. Studying after High School in Australia, Europe, USA, China or Brazil is a common thing. You have high expectations what to study and where to start your future career. Does the school that you are evaluating meet your requirements?
This seminar can help you make the right choices when choosing a University or Management School abroad. You will learn ten key points to look for when choosing a quality international Management School (University). Quality Education is the best investment you can make in your life. Get for your money what you deserve!
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| 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM |
Inside the Canadian Forces and its Many Exciting Careers |
Canadian Forces |
The Canadian Forces has more than 100 different military occupations offering a wide variety of interesting jobs for men and women. Learn about the different part-time and full-time challenging opportunities. What is the selection and application process? What should I expect in my initial training? Find this all out and more about the different organizational roles in the military.
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| 12:45 PM - 1:15 PM |
How Do You Pay for a University Education? |
Trinity Western University |
This presentation will help you understand how you can afford the education you want. Providing helpful tips on searching for scholarships, institutionally based awards, and student loans, our presenter will help you understand the investment you are making in post-secondary education. The presenter will also provide strategies for planning for and raising funds for this investment.
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| 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM |
Is that real or is it makeup? |
Blanche Macdonald Centre |
Have a passion to work with colours? Always fascinated with how Special Effects Make-up is created in the movies? Come and join the fun with a professional Make-up Artist and see how bruises and burns are created in this Special Effects Make-up demonstration. Learn how different colours, different materials and applications can create awesome visual effects.
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