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BCjobs Blog

Careers by Industry

December 1st, 2008

Healthcare labour market trends

Healthcare labour market trends

According to BC Stats, together with the social services industry, healthcare comprises about seven percent of the total provincial economy, and generates more than $8 billion in annual economic activity.

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December 1st, 2008

Preparing Your Resume for a Construction Career

Preparing Your Resume for a Construction Career

When applying for construction jobs, you’ll want a professional-looking, well-written resume that highlights your skills and that is tailored to the construction career you have chosen. First, review general resume advice and draft your resume accordingly.

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December 1st, 2008

Training and Preparation for Construction Careers

Training and Preparation for Construction Careers

More than 30 public and private training institutions have been approved by BC’s Industry Training Authority to provide trades training and apprenticeship programs.

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December 1st, 2008

Careers in the Construction Industry

Careers in the Construction Industry

Careers in construction involve both skilled trades and professions. Here are some examples of the careers in this sector:

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December 1st, 2008

Sample Mining Resume

The mining industry is broad, and workers in this field often have a wide variety of skills. Think about what skills potential employers are looking for when you prepare your mining resume.

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December 1st, 2008

Preparing Your Resume for a Mining Career

Preparing Your Resume for a Mining Career

When applying for mining jobs, you’ll want a professional-looking, well-written resume that highlights your skills and that is tailored to the mining career you have chosen. First, review general resume advice and draft your resume accordingly.

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December 1st, 2008

Training and Preparation for Mining Careers

Training and Preparation for Mining Careers

Canada is a leader in the international mining industry and its post-secondary programs are world class.
More than 25 colleges and nine universities in Canada offer mining programs ranging from certificates to PhDs.

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December 1st, 2008

Mining Labour Market Trends

Mining Labour Market Trends

Retirement will be one of the biggest trends for the mining industry in the coming decade. The mining sector will lose a significant number of experienced workers due to retirement. Employers predict that 24.5 percent of current workers will retire within 10 years.

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November 30th, 2008

Preparing Your Resume for a Tourism Career

Preparing Your Resume for a Tourism Career

When applying for tourism jobs, you’ll want a professional-looking, well-written resume that highlights your skills and that is tailored to what tourism employers are looking for.

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November 30th, 2008

Tourism labour market trends

Tourism labour market trends

Two recent reports on BC’s labour market have concluded that tourism is growing throughout the province. While growth is a good thing, particularly for those who are looking for work, it can also be challenging for employers to find enough employees to fill their positions.

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