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Career Services

Welcome to Career Services at MSVU! We’re open year-round to help all students and soon-to-be-graduates — up to 6 weeks after convocation — explore their career path. Wondering about your program choice? Looking to brush up on your cover letter, resume, or online profile? How about that job search during uncertain times? Applying to graduate school? We can help you find your way.

We are open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from June 1 to August 31) in McCain 304.

Career Counselling is part of MSVU Counselling Services. The Counselling Services and Career Services Consent Form must be completed before an appointment will be confirmed.

COVID-19 policy: Students accessing in-person career counselling appointments will be able to choose whether they and their counsellor wear masks according to their own preference.

Book an Appointment

To book an appointment with a Career Counsellor, email counselling@msvu.ca, call 902 457 6567, or visit the Student Services desk at EMF 108.

Appointments are available Wednesday to Friday in person, by phone, or by video via Jane App.

Appointment Types

Let us know why you’re booking an appointment:

Career indecision
Resume and cover letter review
Part-time or full-time job search
Graduate school or internship application
Interview coaching
Strong Interest Inventory assessment

Follow Us on Social Media

We regularly post job opportunities, upcoming workshops, and other career resources on social media. Follow us to stay informed!

Facebook @msvucareerservices
Instagram @msvucareers

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Current Students

As an MSVU student, there are a number of on-campus and online resources to help you in your journey from your education to the working world.

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New Grads

Career Counselling is available up to six weeks past your convocation! We can also connect you to community resources to help you begin your career.

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Events and Workshop Materials

Find upcoming events geared toward preparing for your career, as well as materials from past events and presentations so you can take a second look.

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Co-Curricular Record (CCR)

Joining the CCR is a great way for student leaders and volunteers to level up your job or graduate school applications. Learn how to get started!

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Employers

As a small university with a reputation for academic excellence, our graduates know how to make a difference. Find out how to recruit an MSVU student or grad for your organization.