Programs & events
Virtual employer and partner spotlights
Hii Pot
Did you know that approximately 95% of Calgary’s businesses are classified as small businesses? Small businesses provide critical jobs and are important for the health of Calgary’s economy.
Having just opened a launch location on the 17th Avenue, Hii Pot business owners, Charlie and Eva, say they saw Calgary as the perfect opportunity to start a new restaurant targeted to serving and hiring youth.
Explore the many advantages of working for a small business and learn more about this exciting new dining option. Follow @hiipot.hotpot on Instagram for local updates.
Information sessions & hiring events
MathPro
There’s still time to apply for award winning MathPro junior and senior tutor roles.
Are you between the ages of 17-24? Are you confident in your math 30, calculus, physics, or chemistry skills and have a B+ or more in one of these areas?
Visit the Youth Employment Centre to gain a competitive edge.
With exclusive MathPro application tips, one on one resume support from our expert team of employment counsellors and the potential opportunity to interview with MathPro hiring managers – we’re here to guide you towards a new gig with MathPro.
Connect with the Youth Employment Centre today!
Seasonal Hiring Event
The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is hiring!
Seasonal positions available for ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, from November to January:
- Catering Server & Bartender
- Concessions Customer Service Representative
- Event Host
- Guest Relations Customer Service Representative
- Retail Relations Customer Service Representative
Visit the Youth Employment Centre for the potential opportunity to interview with hiring managers for October’s exclusive hiring event. Now accepting limited Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Hiring Event applicants ages 16-24 by October 2, 2025, or until full.
Gain a competitive edge
Want to know if you’re the right fit? Preparing for the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo October Hiring Event, hosted by the Youth Employment Centre?
Register to attend the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo ZooLights Virtual Q&A on September 24 from 5-6 p.m.
This is your opportunity to get insider information straight from the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo’s hiring team. Those between the ages of16-24 are welcome to join this virtual session to learn more about the positions above.
Programs
This Way ONward
- “I had been searching for months for a part-time job with no success. This program helped me meet Old Navy managers, improved my resume, and gave me an opportunity that I hadn’t gotten anywhere else.”
- “Getting to hear examples and stories right from Old Navy managers helped prepare us for the interviews, and the workshop made sure our resumes and interview skills were ready to use.”
This Way ONward is a skills training and networking program to help youth ages 16-24 land a job with Old Navy.
With multiple employment positions available at various Old Navy locations in Calgary & CrossIron Mills, this Way ONward offers year-round job training, store tours, and opportunities to interview!
Are you 16+ with a flexible schedule that can accommodate 28 hours of availability or more per week?
Apply to attend an upcoming workshop!
- Target your resume and application
- Enhance your interview skills
- Learn Old Navy specific information
- Take part in an Old Navy store tour
- Receive ongoing support from job coaches and counsellors
- Get an interview with Old Navy Managers!
Next Available Workshop
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stay tuned for more upcoming 2026 dates!
Selected applicants must attend both days at a downtown Calgary location.
RBC Foundation - Future Launch
The Youth Employment Centre would like to recognize RBC Future Launch for their generous support of our services. RBC Future Launch is a catalyst for change-bringing people together to co-create solutions so young people are better prepared for the future of work.
