Careers
Outlook
To remain globally competitive in the knowledge-based economy, Alberta needs to increase the number of highly qualified people who are available to work in Alberta.
Planning for the future and making decisions about careers can be challenging; keeping the broadest pathway open can be the wisest choice because the work world changes rapidly.
Career Opportunities
Occupations |
Projected employee shortages in 2015* |
Civil, mechanical, electrical & chemical engineers |
746 |
Electrical trades and telecommunications occupations |
3,595 |
Pharmacists, dieticians & nutritionists |
553 |
Physicians, dentists & veterinarians |
978 |
Technical occupations in dental health care |
760 |
Technical occupations in libraries, archives, museums & art galleries |
493 |
Technical occupations in physical sciences |
542 |
*Source: Alberta's Occupational Demand and Supply Outlook, 2005-2015
Planning
There's an overwhelming array of career choices out there. Research and hands-on experience will help you make and prepare for your career choice. You should consider talking to a teacher or school counselor, and even try job shadowing.
To help give you some insight as to which career path is right for you, visit the career planning section of the Alberta Learning Information Service web site.
Or visit Careers: The Next Generation for even more ideas!
Job-Line
Many science and technology organizations within Alberta have career opportunities posted on-line.
Government of Alberta Jobs
Alberta Research Council Career Opportunities
TR Labs Careers
Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta Careers
Listing of Alberta Job Banks by Industry

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