Discover Top Talent at York University

Discover Top Talent at York University

York University, the third largest academic institution in Canada, represents the principal intersection where progressive thinking meets solid fundamental learning. Our diverse students are equipped to apply their knowledge to real-world problems and can help address the needs of your organization.

Fulfill Your Talent Needs & Engage with York Students and Recent Grads

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Hire a student, recent grad or an alumnus

Gain access to our pool of qualified students and alumni by promoting your job postings on York University’s job portal, Experience York. Create your employer account or login to get started.

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Connect on Campus

Connect with students virtually or in-person through our Employer Networking Events. Participate in career fairs, host a recruitment session, be a part of our panel discussions and more.

Contact Us

Tammy Kim-Newman
Director, Industry Partnerships, Co-op & Career Centre
Email: tknewman@yorku.ca

Shanthini Jeyakumar
Employer Services & Events Coordinator
Email: ccjobs@yorku.ca

Employers

Discover Talent. Discover Leadership. Discover the Future.

Given York's size and the variety of our educational opportunities, identifying the best means for reaching out to students with career opportunities can be a challenge. Career Education & Development has built a solid and trusted foundation with students and is committed to ensuring student participation in events based on customized recruitment strategies. With our facilities, services and students, York University is the perfect setting to meet your specific hiring needs.

Career Education & Development offers a variety of customized recruitment strategies to help you connect with the students and new graduates you want to reach. These include:

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Government grants/ subsidies available to employers:

York University, the third largest academic institution in Canada, represents the principal intersection where progressive thinking meets solid fundamental learning. With over 50,000 students, York is an ideal location to uncover the country's future leaders.

Thriving as a modern and innovative post-secondary institution, York offers students a stimulating academic environment on the cutting edge of learning. York's undergraduate and graduate programs provide students with the opportunity to carve their own unique path to success through choice, variety and flexibility.

Diverse in their interests and backgrounds, the student body at York University represents one of the most well-rounded concentrations of promise and potential in the country. As beneficiaries of an unconventional interdisciplinary approach to education that integrates learning from different fields, these students are at the pinnacle of development and intellectual growth. They are tomorrow's leaders.

York and its students stand at the forefront of modern thinking. Leading programs in Liberal Arts & Professional StudiesScienceEngineeringHealthEnvironmental StudiesFine ArtsLawBusinessEducation and Graduate Studies continue to produce graduates who are redefining the possible; both in the workplace and beyond. At York University, your company will find a highly skilled and diverse candidate pool from which to select the most appropriate individual to meet your needs.

Career Education & Development at York University is your gateway to successful recruitment. Contact us today to discuss how we can help you profile your organization and meet your recruitment goals.

Information for Employers

EMPLOYER STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING

Your organizations request for employer services at York University, including but not limited to recruitment or information sessions, job postings, interview facilities, and career fairs, confirms your willingness to comply with this policy.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

Career Education & Development at York University adheres to the Guidelines for Ethical Recruitment published by the Canadian Association of Career Educators and Employers (CACEE). This guideline outlines the best practices in campus recruitment as well as the expectations and responsibilities for all parties. It is highly recommended that organizations abide by the Guidelines for Ethical Recruitment and the definition of internships as outlined in

CACEE'S POSITION ON UNPAID INTERNSHIPS

Employers must adhere to all federal and provincial legislation pertaining to recruitment and other activities that may affect students and graduates of York University. Organizations requesting employer services from Career Education & Development at York University shall be equal opportunity employers in accordance with all applicable provincial and federal laws.

NON-ENDORSEMENT STATEMENT

Career Education & Development at York University maintains an open employer recruitment practice that aligns with current, acceptable national and provincial career centres and Canadian Association of Career Educators and Employers (CACEE) practices. Through these practices, employers and organizations who are legally allowed to operate in Canada and comply with all relevant federal and provincial employment legislation may participate in recruitment events and services at York University, including but not limited to full-time, part-time, summer and internship job postings, interviewing facilities, recruitment sessions, career fairs, online tools, and use of other designated University venues and services. The fact that Career Education & Development at York University permits an employer or organization to participate in such events and services does not constitute endorsement of that employer or organization.

Hyperlinks from the Career Education & Development at York University website are provided only as a convenience and if you decide to visit any external linked site, you will leave the University's website. Hyperlinks do not imply that the University sponsors, endorses or is associated with the linked site or that any linked site is authorized to use the name and/or logo of the University. The University is not responsible for the contents of any such linked sites and any other site not under the control of the University.

Career Education & Development at York University reserves the right to ban or suspend an employer from participating in any of its events and/or services based on student complaints, behaviour or actions by the employer contrary to the employer guidelines, and for any reason deemed necessary by York University Career Centre staff. It is not the role of the York University Career Education & Development staff  to monitor the recruiting practices of employers; however, if there is a complaint regarding an organization's recruiting practices, the Career Centre will investigate.

If you have any questions with regards to any of these opportunities, please contact:

Shanthini Jeyakumar
Employer Services & Events Coordinator
ccjobs@yorku.ca

Tammy Kim-Newman
Associate Director, Employer and Alumni Engagement
(416) 736 - 2100
tknewman@yorku.ca

Ways to Connect

Ways to connect with York students and recent graduates

  • Alumni Guest Speaker Events - If you are interested in becoming an Alumni Guest Speaker, please click here to register!
  • Career Conversations Series
    • Panel Discussions — be part of a panel discussion and share your career story with students, new graduates and other panelists currently working in your field.
    • International Webinars — provide insight into how your career path took you from graduation to working abroad and answer questions via webinar about the skills, knowledge, experiences and challenges that you have faced while working internationally.
  • T.A.S.T.E (Talk About Studies To Employment) Program: Get matched to York students and recent graduates who share similar interests, backgrounds, and degrees. Mentees and mentors are encouraged to set up at least one informal meeting during which the mentor shares information about their job, industry, and organization.
  • Connecting YU: Join York’s free alumni networking platform. Network and connect with your former classmates!

Share your career story

Would you like to share your career journey with other students and alumni? Submit your career story. We will feature it on the career stories section of the website and on social media.

Hire a York student or new graduate

You know first-hand the talent here at York!

If you're hiring be sure to post a job on Experience York (the Career Centre's online job posting system. It's free and easy to use with over 77,000 students and new graduates registered in our system). If you have full-time, part-time, summer, volunteer or internship positions available within your organization, why not give a York student or new graduate the opportunity to apply?

Refer a Company, Job or Contact

Heard of a great company? Want to share information about the company you work for? Seen a job posting you wish you'd had exposure to when you were a York student? Know someone at an organization that has opportunities for York students or new graduates? Email Tammy Kim-Newman, Associate Director of Employer & Alumni Engagement at tknewman@yorku.ca with the details and we'll follow up.

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Career Centre

Do you have questions about jobs and your future career?

The Career Centre is here to help! We are a team of professionals who work with students, alumni, staff, faculty, and employers to support students and new graduates (up to two years after graduation) in the development of career self-management skills. We recognize diversity as a source of strength and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values and respects the unique backgrounds, identities, and perspectives of all individuals. We work actively to ensure that students and community members feel seen, heard, and supported through a diverse set of resources, events, open dialogue, and a culture of mutual respect. 

Services and Events

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DROP-IN ADVISING

Career Lounge lets you work independently or in groups with support from Career Peer Educators.

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CAREER DEVELOPMENT WEBINARS

Workshops & Webinars provides more in-depth experiential support on various topics on career exploration and job search.

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1-ON-1 CAREER APPOINTMENTS

1-on-1 career appointments are available with a Career Counsellor or Career Educator to supplement online, group and peer support.

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JOB POSTINGS

Search and apply to full-time, part-time, internship, summer, Volunteer jobs.

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WORK/STUDY

Our Work/Study Programs give eligible undergraduate students paid, on-campus work that develops professional skills and contributes to the University. 

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Explore the Resource Library – Your Career Toolkit

The Resource Library offers a wealth of information to support you throughout your academic and professional journey. Whether you're exploring graduate school options, preparing for job interviews, updating your resume or cover letter, or navigating your first professional role, you’ll find detailed guides, practical advice, and planning tools to help you move forward with confidence. It also includes resources to help you get involved outside the classroom, such as finding volunteer opportunities and joining student clubs to build valuable skills and connections.

On-Campus Job Fair: February 24

February 24, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
 

Are you looking to find a summer 2026, fall/winter (2026-2027) and/or part-time job during the school year? Our On-Campus Job Fair is a great way to meet employers, build career related skills and gain work experience while studying at York!

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Contact Us

1020 Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Building & Virtual

The Career Centre offers a hybrid service model for career advising and counselling services.  You are welcome to schedule virtual or in-person appointments.

Office Hours:

Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.