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About the Position
Position:
3742 - In-Person Career Coach Volunteer
Organization:
Location:
Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon
Goal

By connecting Grade 9 and 10 students with career coaches and professionals from all walks of life, Ontario Career Lab opens doors to new possibilities, without pressure to choose a single path or make immediate decisions. These early, meaningful career conversations create safe and supportive spaces where students can explore their interests, ask questions, and gain insight into real-world career journeys.
Description

Whether you work in public service, the trades, healthcare, technology, administration, or any other field—your career journey matters. As an In-Person Career Coach with Ontario Career Lab, you'll make a meaningful difference by sharing your real-world experiences with Grade 9 and 10 students who are just beginning to imagine their futures.

Your personal journey, the steps you took, challenges you faced, and pivotal moments that shaped your career, shows students how diverse industries operate and how careers actually develop. 

Through career coaching sessions, you'll inspire young people to think about their future with confidence and help them understand that career paths aren't always linear, but they are full of opportunities.

“I learned about careers I didn’t know existed, and I feel like I have more options.”

    -Student Participant
Benefits

  • Professional Growth: Enhance your leadership and mentorship skills while making a meaningful impact on students’ lives.

  • Expand Your Network: Connect with other professionals and organizations that are passionate about career development and youth empowerment.

  • Shape the Future Workforce: Play a key role in preparing the next generation of workers for success in high-demand industries.

  • Empower Your Community: Help students discover the diverse career paths and opportunities while fostering meaningful representation and inspiring the next generation of local talent.
Qualifications

Open to professionals from any industry with a passion for mentoring youth. Strong communication skills and respect for diverse backgrounds required. Commitment to creating safe and inclusive environments is essential.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Share Your Story: Provide an engaging overview of your career journey

  • Explain Your Path: Discuss the steps you took, challenges you faced, and key moments that shaped your career

  • Encourage Interaction: Invite student questions and foster reflective discussions

  • Offer Practical Insights: Share advice and lessons learned to help students navigate their own career exploration

Min Age: 18
Max Age: 75   
Police Check: Required   
Resume:Not required   
Driver's Licence: Not required   
Proof of Vaccination: Not required

Time Commitment
This is a Medium Term (4 - 6 months) commitment starting 2026-01-30 AND ending 2026-07-31
Shifts are available Anytime

 

Career coaching sessions typically occur on weekdays (Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM) during the school year. Each session varies in length, ranging from 1.5 to 4 hours in a single day, but most sessions are under 2 hours long.

If your volunteering includes lunchtime, a meal will be provided, with dietary accommodations available. The Ontario Career Lab team will share the exact time commitment for each session when they contact you via email. 

Coaches are welocme to attend as many or as few sessions as they wish
Training

As an In-Person Career Coach with Ontario Career Lab, you will be supported with: 



  • Virtual onboarding session to build confidence, hear from experienced volunteers, and learn helpful tips for engaging youth



  • Comprehensive volunteer handbook with all the resources you need



  • Pre-session team huddle at each Career Conversation event with Ontario Career Lab staff and fellow volunteers



  • Conversation starters and facilitation tools to guide your discussions



  • Ongoing opportunities to ask questions and share feedback about your experience
More Details
Areas of Interest: Environment, Communication/Journalism, Education & Learning, Crisis, Distress & Emergency Response, Fundraising, Construction/Renovation/Repair, Legal, Sports & Recreation, Customer Service, Information Technology, Animal Welfare, Audio & Visual Production, Career Mentorship, Counselling & Mental Health, Event Planning, Fashion Design, Finance, Food Services, Social Media, Graphic/Web Design, Healthcare, Life Skills & Accessibility, Marketing/Promotion, Music/Theatre, Literacy, Research/Evaluation, Support Group Facilitation & Therapy, Transportation, Youth Mentorship, Multilingual
Accessibility: Unknown
Ideal for: Individuals
Apply before: 2026-07-31
How to Contact
Send an Email Message
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