Student Employment Counsellor

FUTURE GNB EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITY

FGNB 347 - Student Employment Counsellor

Internship Placement for Winter 2027 Term

Application Deadline: November 15, 2026

Location: 200 Champlain St., Suite 320, Dieppe, NB (in-person only)

Number of placements: 2

Salary: $18 /hour

Hours per week: Full-time co-op (36.25 hrs/week) or Part-time (20 hrs/week, flexible)

Placement Duration: January - April 2027

Department: Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour (PETL): WorkingNB

Placement Description:

The student will join the WorkingNB team in the Moncton region and support Employment Counsellors who help individuals reach their career and employment goals. Employment Counsellors assess clients' skills, interests, and barriers to employment. They develop personalized action plans and provide career guidance, job search help, and ongoing support.

The student will begin by shadowing Employment Counsellors and taking part in client intake and assessment. They will also help prepare and deliver workshops, research labour market trends, and support administrative and case management work. As their confidence grows, they will gradually take on client interactions, such as helping clients with resumes and interview preparation, exploring training options, and connecting clients with employers and community resources.

The student will meet regularly with their supervisor to review learning goals, receive feedback, and connect classroom theory with practice. They will be encouraged to analyze client needs, contribute ideas in team discussions, and take initiative on assigned projects.

This role offers an opportunity for skills development and hands-on experience in career development, employment services, and client-centered support.

Need to have:

• Language requirement: Bilingual (English and French)
• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Education, Community & Social Sciences; Business, Finance & Management; Administration; Arts & Humanities; or Health & Related Fields
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• A client-centered approach, with empathy and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work in person at the Dieppe office
  

Nice to have:

• Counselling or case management experience through school, work, or volunteer roles
• Knowledge of labour market trends
• Interest in career development, employment services, or helping others overcome barriers to employment

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.

How to apply: Submit your application through our Future GNB Student Connector: Future GNB Student Connector - Student Pool - Winter 2027