Unit 1 – 107 Osborne St.
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
R3L 1Y4
Whether you are responding to a job ad, sending an introductory letter to a potential employer, preparing for an interview, or doing career exploration, it is important to research careers.
Research produces a number of benefits for job search. Firstly, being knowledgeable about a company/organization will enable you to write a better cover letter or introductory letter, showing your enthusiasm and knowledge of the company.
Secondly, it will also help you prepare for the job interview by giving you the ability to answer the commonly asked interview question “What do you know about our company?” Thirdly it will help you write a skill based resume that focuses on the company or organization’s requirements and corporate culture.
In career exploration, research will help you determine which occupation would be the best fit for you in terms of duties, trends, education, employment opportunities, and wages. This vital information will help you make an informed decision. Using internet resources to find a career is never as beneficial as seeing a professional. Book an appointment to see a Career Counsellor, here at the centre for guidance and support.
“State clearly in your cover letter what research you have done and why you think you would be good for our company.”
(Employer response from the OVRC Survey of over 100 Winnipeg employers)
Community Information Resource Guide / 211
The site contains information about the non-profit organizations located in Manitoba, listed by subject in alphabetical order. Click on Locating Services – and use the Advanced Search to search subjects.
View the company/organization website to find the names of hiring managers and influential people. Also get information on:
Get competitor/customer opinions, links to articles, reviews and news stories for any company, organization or industry you are researching.
Recieve Alerts (daily/weekly) coming to your in-box for industries/companies/organizations of interest.
Government Of Manitoba – Business Information Service
Search Companies/Economic News/Events to get information on companies in the province. The site contains in excess of 1,000 Manitoba organizations with contact information including address, telephone and fax number.
Find bulletins on the local labour market, a link to the jobs posted on the job bank as well as information about potential employers, wages and salaries.
A Manitoba Government site that contains resources to help with career decisions and development.
The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce
Manitoba Association of Newcomer Serving Organizations (MANSO)
Manitoba | The Canadian CED Network (ccednet-rcdec.ca)
Environmental Careers Organization (ECO)
Bioscience Association Manitoba (BAM)
Manitoba Customer Contact Association (mcca.mb.ca)
Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters Manitoba
Manitoba Aerospace Association
Manitoba Construction Sector Council (MCSC)
Manitoba Tourism Education Council
“Social Media sites like Facebook and Twitter are designed to be social and free flowing like a conversation. While using Facebook in a job search, not everything you share should revolve around “I need a job!” Once or twice a week, mention interviews in a positive light, a company that you are researching, an article/ video you enjoyed, or a networking event experience. Keep your comments positive!”