NextGen Durham

💼 Prepare for Interviews and Practice Common Questions
• Prepare answers for "Tell me about yourself" or "Why should we hire you?"
• STAR Method: Structure answers using Situation, Task, Action, and Result for behavioral questions.
• Mock Interviews: Practice with a friend or mentor.

It's time to develop our Resume!

Here is a Resume Format to give you an idea on how to organize yours. Keep in mind that descriptions from the template is common and not recommended to be used.
• Customize for each job application.
• Highlight Skills and Achievements, even from school or volunteer work.
• Keep It Concise: One page is typically sufficient for entry-level applicants.

Don't know what experiences to put on your resume?

Try to look for:
Internships: Gain real-world exposure to workplace environments.

Volunteer Work: Demonstrates initiative and helps develop skills like leadership and organization.

Student Organizations: Clubs or associations help you practice teamwork, leadership, and project management.

Part-Time Jobs: Even unrelated fields help develop responsibility and customer service skills.

Check out these sites to help you:
Career Edge
https://www.careeredge.ca/
Charity Village
https://charityvillage.com/
Electricity Human Resources Canada
https://ehrc.poweredbymagnet.ca/

Resumé Tips

Avoid the following:
• Photo(s)
• Date of birth or age
• Nationality
• Physical characteristics (e.g. weight, height, etc.)
• Important identification number (e.g. SIN, passport, license, etc.)
• Marital status
• Expected salary or salary from previous job

We avoid the first four because there shouldn't be discrimination in those.

Get to know yourself and the talents you're willing to share.

Mission and Vision

We can achieve a community-oriented space that empowers youth to find job opportunities and equips them with tools to succeed, making way for a proactive and supportive network around employment.

This platform will be unique by focusing on practical advice and legitimate opportunities, rather than just listing jobs like traditional job boards.

Welcome!

Building a network is essential for job hunting, especially for young people who may lack experience. Youth can not only access information here, but also interact by sharing tips, asking questions, and supporting each other in their job search journey.