Careers
Support new UBC graduates by sharing your career stories and advice by May 25, 2025.
Romance is in the air — and on the page.
An accident spawned three years of research on polymers — and a new career trajectory.
Approaching work with a joyful mindset can change everything. Here’s how.
UBC research shows how staying in touch can have big benefits for both employees and employers.
Envious bosses potentially target stand-out employees with a reputation for creativity.
A UBC alum and career strategist shares how to tap into the power of reframing.
How do you prepare for launching or further developing your career?
Science-backed strategies that can help you generate more good fortune at work and beyond.
In Canadian, Hollywood, or Bollywood productions, these talents light up our screens.
As 2023 winds down, here’s a reminder to reflect on your own “greatest hits” of the work year.
Does your hard work at the office go unnoticed? These self-advocacy tips can help.
alumni UBC’s career coaches share their top tips for getting out of the comparison game.
Researchers analyzed employment data to find out why a major retailer had high turnover.
People attach moral value to hard work — Dr. Azim Shariff calls it “effort moralization.”
alumni UBC’s career coaches share strategies for quieting the critical chatter in our lives.
Try design thinking, see the possibilities, overcome your fear, and more.
UBC Sauder’s Dr. Kari Marken (PhD’19) challenges her Creativity students with purposeful play.
An entrepreneur reveals that her “worst-performing year” became her most seminal one.
UBC alumni Zoë Craig-Sparrow and Candice Loring share what’s needed to tackle career barriers.
To retain talent, managers need to buck the status quo and make staff wellbeing a priority.
Here’s a look at UBC individuals who pursued careers in Cantopop, K-pop, and more.
From Wall Street to wellness, a UBC alum takes on challenges with an innovative approach.
UBC alum and entrepreneur Mike Quinn discovers how to draw strength from messing up.
Young workers are nimble, connected, and redefining employment relationships on their terms.
Leveraging their uniquely human qualities will give workers the edge in a high-tech future.
A UBC film prof's new documentary offers a glimpse into a dystopian digital economy.
Two UBC Sauder grads created a platform to connect hourly workers with hiring managers.
Three UBC students launched a non-profit to help neurodiverse youth in computer sciences.
The venture capital model is undergoing a radical rethink, thanks to the next generation.
These tips can help you cope with the re-opening of workplaces, schools and more.
A welcoming and inclusive workplace requires a willingness to change the status quo.
COVID-19 has changed the world of work. Here's how you can still work toward your career goals.
How this French teacher adapted her lively, interactive classes to online when COVID-19 hit.
Here's what shifting from TELUS to a small Silicon Valley startup taught this UBC grad.
Annika currently resides in White Rock, BC, and is a partner in Leda HR Consulting. Upon...
Three alumni who are business owners shared what this past year has been like for them.
Pausing to reflect can help you get clear about your values — and help chart your next steps.
How this alum decided to make a career shift from project management to public health.
How this alum navigated the changes involved in relocating to a new country for work.
How to make your resume a persuasive “pitch” on your value as a prospective employee.
When someone is uncertain about their career, there's often a sense of being lost.
After becoming parents, only men start to reap many leadership returns from their academics.
Focus on these three areas to adapt your job search to this new digital environment.
Since lockdown, networking and job opportunities have changed. Here's how to navigate it.
From Beijing to Vancouver, from Manitoba to Shanghai, Annie Wang has many stories to share.
Now working in marketing, Ivy discusses how to move from academia to the corporate field.
Is an entrepreneurial mindset an advantage in times of change and job uncertainty?
Fall marks the season of slowing down, acceptance and being strategic.
Let’s change the narrative on what it means to fail and see it as a tool and motivator.
A few favourite responses from the newly launched Alumni to Alumni program.
How this UBC grad followed his passion for sociology while living an intentional life.
UBC Professor Rita Irwin shares her experience navigating change throughout her career.
Learn how UBC alum Sara made a significant career move and how she navigates change.
How you can reflect on your past experiences and identify your strengths while job-searching.
This alum shares his skillset and experience by providing mentorship through his non-profit.
Dani shares how she is driven by her passion and how to navigate these current times.
How this alumna's work is helping other organizations transition into the future.
UBC alumna Sharon shares the importance of Indigenization in post-secondary education.
Hear from this UBC alum, who shares advice for graduating students looking for work.
Quiet Confidence Coach Faris Khalifeh answers your pressing questions.
Marks shares his experience in the healthcare field and advice for new graduates.
UBC alumna shares tips for finding work post-graduation and solving career ambiguity.
UBC alumna shares how her work in sports and education has helped her help others.
Now a healthcare worker, this alum shares what she learned from her degrees at UBC.
UBC alum shares his top career tips, including lessons he's learned from his first job.
Local entrepreneur shares how he navigates ambiguity and uncertainty with the pandemic.
Here are three areas of your job search that can work to your advantage right now.
What industries that are not only hiring during this time, but those that are thriving.
Advice from students who were once in similar positions as those graduating during COVID-19.
How the COVID-19 pandemic is shaping an alum's career and how she navigates uncertainty.
How often do you set a goal, and then stall when it comes to taking action on it?
An alum shares his story of graduating during a recession and entering an uncertain job market.
Serena shares the useful skills she has gained in her "unplanned" career after graduating.
UBC alum Xiao Ping (Andy) shares his learnings from UBC and how to find passion for your work.
For new graduates, the future may seem uncertain and ambiguous. These resources can help.
UBC alumna shares her thoughts on leadership and her experience working in government.
Kim Kiloh shares her leadership experience and how to strengthen leadership skills.
Angela discusses how volunteering has strengthened her feelings of community and purpose.
UBC alumna discusses how volunteering has helped her academic and professional career.
Julie shares career advice and her leadership lessons from working in government.
UBC alum shares what makes a strong leader and how he achieves his career objectives.
A UBC alumna, now coach shares seven simple truths about finding our purpose.
People with a growth mindset will generally prosper over those with a fixed mindset.
How to maintain motivation, new year’s resolutions and achieve your desired goals.
Chris Howe, BA'15, works as Operating Manager at GrantMe. He talks career advice and goals.
Julia shares her top tips for showing leadership and how to start goal-setting.
Find out how Aisha goal-sets for the year and reflects on the past to help plan for the future.
Hear this alumna's career advice, including her insights into what leadership means to her.
Why having a specific call-to-action is important when reaching out to your network.
These alums share their own unique insights and perspectives on leadership.
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