Co-op and Career Services Events Calendar

When: Monday, January 19, 9 am - 4 pm
Who this is for: Open to all students
What you will get out of it: Stop by the Senate of Canada's information booth to learn more about the Senate Page Program, a paid opportunity to work within Canada's parliamentary system
Where: Nideyinàn, Galleria 4th Floor

Paging all undergrads! Do you want to work for Parliament while you study in the nation's capital?

Are you: 

• a full-time student pursuing your first undergraduate degree?
• willing to live in Ottawa or Gatineau for the duration of your contract while pursuing your studies at one of the region's four universities?
• able to communicate in both official languages?
• a Canadian citizen or permanent resident with no previous experience as a page on Parliament Hill?
• interested in learning about Canada's parliamentary system?

If you answered "yes" to all of these questions, you are eligible to apply to the Senate Page Program.

Here's the deal: The Senate Page Program offers students a paid opportunity to work within Canada's parliamentary system.

Each year, 17 students from across Canada are selected to participate in this program. As a Senate page, you would be responsible for providing a range of services to ensure the effective operation of the Senate and its committees. In return, you will witness parliamentary history as bills are debated, amended and become law, and as Senate committees discuss draft reports that influence public policy.

AND you will earn approximately $19,000 for the year of part-time work.

All relevant travel expenses are paid to get you to Ottawa and home again after your contract is completed.

How to Attend

Register on this mySuccess event post to let us know you will be stopping by! 

What to Expect

Students have the opportunity to drop by the booth to speak with representatives from the Senate of Canada to learn more about the Senate Page Program.

• Networking opportunities and initiating conversation with representatives
• Listening to representatives either one-on-one or in a group setting
• High-traffic venue
• Exposure to constant verbal noise

How to Prepare

• Visit the website to familiarize yourself with the Senate Page Program opportunity. 
• Come prepared with questions for the representatives.
• Allocate time in your schedule to attend the event. Make sure to prioritize this opportunity to gather valuable information and insights.
• Get your resume updated! Consider visiting Career Services (401 Tory Building) for a review of your resume; drop-in hours are Monday-Friday 1-4pm.

Discover how attending career events helps you build and reflect on the competencies and transferable skills that shape your future. Learn more with the Career Competencies - Employability Framework.

If you require accommodations for a disability in order to attend this event, please contact: 
Carlee Miller
Student Employment Programs Coordinator
employerrecruitment@cunet.carleton.ca

Please note: Career Services strives to provide a safe and welcoming environment focused on creating professional connections between students and potential employers. To maintain this environment, and provide quality service to the Carleton community, we reserve the right to decline attendance and service, or cease communication with individuals or groups who engage in inappropriate or disruptive communications or behaviours.