Student Opportunity Board

Interested in starting a career in the skilled trades while you’re still in high school?

Inter Pipeline is offering Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) opportunities for students interested in gaining hands-on experience in an industrial workplace.

Important Dates

Application Deadline: November 29, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: January 31, 2027

Trades Available

Millwright

Learn alongside experienced tradespeople working with mechanical equipment, maintenance, repairs, alignment, pumps, bearings, and other industrial systems.

Electrician
Gain exposure to industrial electrical systems, including motors, wiring, controls, electrical equipment, and safe work practices.

Instrumentation & Control Technician
Learn about the instruments and control systems used to monitor industrial processes, including sensors, transmitters, valves, measurement, calibration, and troubleshooting.

What every RAP student will be expected to do

• Follow all Inter Pipeline health, safety, security, and environmental requirements, site rules, and supervisor directions.
• Attend required orientations and training, wear required personal protective equipment, and report hazards or concerns immediately.
• Listen carefully, ask questions when unsure, and accept regular coaching and feedback.
• Arrive ready to work, communicate absences appropriately, and demonstrate dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Work respectfully with employees and contractors, contribute to the team, and maintain confidentiality.
• Complete routine or repetitive entry-level tasks carefully and recognize when a decision must be referred to a qualified tradesperson.
• Keep tools, materials, and work areas clean and organized and complete any assigned learning records or RAP documentation.

Who Can Apply?

To be considered for these opportunities, students must:

• Be interested in pursuing Millwright, Electrician, or Instrumentation
• Be eligible for RAP
• Have already completed HCS 3000: Workplace Safety Systems
• Have already completed HCS 3010: Workplace Safety Practices
• Be dependable, responsible, and ready to learn
• Take workplace and personal safety seriously
• Be able to follow instructions and ask questions when unsure
• Demonstrate professional behaviour, teamwork, and a positive attitude

How to Apply

Applications are completed through Careers: The Next Generation.

Before applying:

1. Create a Careers: The Next Generation account
Students who do not already have an account will need to create one.

2. Complete your Careers application
Make sure your information is complete and up to date including your resume and cover letter.

3. Apply for the Inter Pipeline RAP opportunity
Select the trade opportunity you are interested in: Electrician, Millwright, or Instrumentation

If you need help creating your resume, cover letter, or for more information make sure you contact Campus EIPS or your Off-Campus Facilitator.

general.cpe@eips.ca

Are you a motivated student interested in starting a career in the electrical trade? Lopes Electrical Services Ltd. is looking for a reliable and hardworking Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) student (1st year) who is eager to learn and gain hands-on experience in the electrical industry.

What We’re Looking For

• A reliable and punctual individual with a strong work ethic

• A valid driver’s license

• Available to start ASAP but also willing to discuss starting for Semester 2 (February 1, 2027)

• Available to work full full time, 8 hours a day

• A willingness to learn, take direction, and develop new skills

• A positive attitude and a team-oriented mindset

• Someone who is ready to work hard and take initiative

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in the electrical trade

• The opportunity to learn from experienced electricians

• Valuable workplace skills and experience toward your apprenticeship

How to Apply: Send your resume and cover letter to lopesservicesinc@gmail.com

Explore Your Future at the EIPS Fall Post-Secondary & Career Fair

Tuesday, October 29, 2026 | 6–8 p.m.

Strathcona County Agora – 401 Festival Lane, Sherwood Park

Your Future: Post-Secondary and Career Fair

Thinking about attending post-secondary school after graduation? Not sure about your future career path? Plan to attend this year’s Your Future: Post-Secondary and Career Fair on October 29.

Organized by Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS), Your Future is an annual educational fair that brings together colleges, universities, polytechnic schools and sector experts in one place—one of the largest events of its kind in Alberta.

Participation is free and open to all students in grades 9 through 12. Students and family members will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from post-secondary institutions, ask questions, talk to career sector experts, learn about future career trends and more.

Questions? general.cpe@eips.ca

Position 1: Gasfitter
Driver's License Required, preferably full time
Location: Sherwood Park

What you'll do:

• Install, service, maintain, and tear down temporary heating systems
• Work with propane and natural gas systems
• Service and maintain construction heaters
• Load and unload equipment, operating 1 and 2 tonne picker trucks
• Provide superior customer service

Position 2: Field Diesel Mechanic
Driver's License Required, preferably full time
Location: Sherwood Park and Fort Saskatchewan

What you'll do:

• Maintenance and repair of complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems on a variety of rental and customer equipment and tools while using a high degree of independent judgment
• Travel to customer job sites for repair/maintenance of customer owned equipment; must maintain service vehicle in a clean and professional manner

CAREERS is hosting our Young Women in Trades and Technologies (YWITT) Camp on November 12, 2026.

Why should students attend?

• Explore the Trades: Visit local businesses, try hands on activities, and discover exciting career paths!

• Connect with Industry: Meet employers, build connections, and get a firsthand look at careers in the trades.

• Discover Job Opportunities: Get priority consideration for potential summer jobs and future RAP and internship opportunities through CAREERS.

• Motivated students interested in exploring trades and gaining hands-on experience.

• Students must have started a CAREERS application and include HCS3000.

• Priority given to students with a driver’s license, full time availability next semester, or flexible schedules/spares.

• Students must have reliable transportation to Edmonton-based employers.

• Student Registration: careersnextgen.tfaforms.net/5184493
• Registration QR Code: A QR code is also included on the attached poster.

Secure Framing & Construction ltd

Trade name Secure Fencing.

Located in Strathcona county near Hwy 21&Hwy 14

We would start students at $18/h for a probation period of 3 months then increase accordingly to a 3 month review.

The job required knowledge of air tools and small hand tools as well as will train on forklifts and skid steers. Drivers licence required.
We will train on the job we have a small crew of 5-10 employees.

We are not seasonal so we will be fencing with snow on the ground.

Applicants can apply by

Texting/Calling 780-920-6128

Emailing a resume to secureframing@yahoo.com

Looking for a flexible part-time job?

K&K Swim School is a family-owned swim school in Sherwood Park looking for students to join their team!

What they offer:

• ⏰ Flexible hours around your school schedule
• 💰 Competitive pay
• 👧 Experience working with children and families
• 🤝 Opportunities to build communication, teamwork and leadership skills
• 🎓 Work-credit opportunities may be available

Great fit for students who are:
Responsible, positive, dependable and enjoy working with kids.

📍 Location: Sherwood Park
📩 Interested? Connect with K&K Swim School at marketing@kkswim.com for more information and details and how to apply.

Work experience positions are available to Bev Facey students only - great resume booster and way to earn work experience credits without leaving the school! More positions to come but please see available information below. Please bring your resume's to the Campus EIPS offices asap.

Campus EIPS is excited to welcome back everyone to a new school year! We will begin posting Work Experience, Volunteer and RAP opportunities as we hear from employers. Please keep an eye out and reach out with any questions. As always, if you need help developing your resume, please reach out or come visit us upstairs in Bev Facey at the Campus EIPS offices.

We are looking for a RAP student to start as soon as possible, ideally over the summer. The goal would be for the successful candidate to gain exposure to our fleet and maintenance operations while completing high school, with the opportunity to transition into a Heavy Duty Mechanic apprenticeship upon graduation.

Details are as follows:

• Start Date: As soon as possible (summer preferred)

• Trade: Heavy Duty Mechanic but they are mostly working on our service trucks in our shop

• Hours: We can be flexible around the student's school schedule. Full-time hours would be preferred during the summer, with flexibility for part-time work once school resumes.

• Resume Submission: Candidates can send their resume/cover letter directly to me at hilaryj@octomechanical.com

• Application Deadline: We are happy to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
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Happy applying!!

The Safegen Youth Workplace Video Contest is inviting students to showcase their creativity while sharing an important message about workplace safety. A total of $6,000 in cash prizes is available! Winners can receive up to $2,500 and may also have the opportunity to compete at the national Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest.

Description: This work experience position involves operation of all in-room and livestreaming audio, visual and computer hardware and software for services or events at Salisbury United Church, primarily on Sunday mornings. This position serves as an active communication link with both our in-house Sunday morning activities and our on-line participants and in-person attenders.

Start date: ASAP

Hours: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm each Sunday. Other very occasional times and days as agreed on with advance notice, including Christmas Eve. Students will recieve an 'educational gift' pershift.

Work Environment: We are a community of faith which strives to be open and inclusive. We welcome and support applicants regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, family status, or religious affiliation. We look forward to supporting you in your learning goals. There will be no pressure regarding your faith practice or commitment.

For more information:

Website: www.salisburyunited.ca

Email: salisburyuc@telus.net

Phone: 780-467-7310

Are you between the ages of 14 and 29? Whether you're curious about starting a career in the skilled trades, or you’ve already started, Alberta’s Youth Skills Network is your opportunity to:

• Gain knowledge: receive information about apprenticeship education and rewarding careers in the skilled trades, and
• Share knowledge: receive invitations to provide feedback on the direction of apprenticeship and the skilled trades in Alberta from your unique perspective.

Ready to take the next step?

• Who: Loblaw is one of Canada’s largest grocers and is the parent company of stores including Superstore, No Frills, and Shoppers Drug Mart.
• Perks: Loblaw is an award-winning employer offering health and financial benefits plans and flexible hours.
• More: To learn more about Loblaw’s open positions, visit their careers page.

• Who: Starbucks is the world’s largest coffee house chain. Known for its fancy drinks and spelling errors, the chain is a fun place to work if you want to get to know the coffee world.
• Perks: Perks include a free box of tea or a bag of coffee every week and a 30% discount on all products.
• More: Learn more on its website.

• Who: Canadian Tire is one of the most recognized brands in Canada, and there are a number of jobs up for grabs in its retail stores and automotive service centres.
• Jobs: It’s hiring four positions, including an automotive service advisor and a sales associate.
• Perks: Canadian Tire offers competitive compensation packages, including benefits, the potential for profit sharing, extensive training, and career opportunities from within and across the country at Canadian Tire retail stores.
• More: Learn more on its website.

• Who: Cineplex is Canada’s largest movie theatre chain employing more than 10,000 people in its cinemas, Rec Rooms, and other entertainment ventures.
• Perks: Free movies, competitive wages, comprehensive training programs, and tuition assistance.
• More: Learn more on its website.

• Who: Walmart is a retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores.
• Perks: This company offers flexible health and dental plans, life and disability plans, an education help policy, and other wellness programs. Employees also get discounts at Walmart and partnering retailers.
• More: Check out the careers page for current openings.

• Who: Bath and Body Works is one of the world’s leading specialty retailers, loved for its candles, soaps, and lotions. There are more than 1,600 retail locations in the US, more than 400 stores, and 30+ e-commerce sites worldwide.
• Perks: Company-provided health advocate service, life insurance, disability insurance, medical, pharmacy, dental and vision, merchandise discount, and more.
• More: Learn more on its website.