Career readiness and industry partnerships
Bridging the gap – paving the way for career and entrepreneurial success
With the help of our donors and partners, industry and career readiness programs provide NSCC students and alumni with mentorship, business funding, work experience and supports to thrive in their careers and entrepreneurial pursuits.
Career readiness and industry partnerships
Bridging the gap – paving the way for career and entrepreneurial success
With the help of our donors and partners, industry and career readiness programs provide NSCC students and alumni with mentorship, business funding, work experience and supports to thrive in their careers and entrepreneurial pursuits.
“Any financial assistance that a new entrepreneur can get to help them in the early stages of their business career is going to be a tremendous benefit and help to them. It’s great to see this valuable program continue.”
Sabrina A. 2019 Recipient, Scotiabank Entrepreneur-in-the-Making Professional Photography ‘21, Ivany Campus
Entrepreneur-in-the-Making receives three more years of funding from Scotiabank
With the program's growing success, Entrepreneur-in-the-Making (EITM) received another three-year commitment from Scotiabank totalling $210,000.
With over 40 student and alumni participants to date, the program offers recipients at all 14 campuses up to $3,000 in funding, business advisory sessions, mentorship and networking opportunities.
EITM now offers an annual grant for past recipients to continue growing their business. Additionally, thanks to Cube Sandbox and private donors in Truro, up to $28,000 in grant opportunities are available through campus specific programs.
“The financial aid and job security allowed me to focus on my course and getting my life back on track. Working at resulta will help me prepare for my future career as it allows me to apply the skills I learned in my Digital Marketing course.”
Kolbi M. 2022 Recipient, resulta Sponsorship Digital Marketing, eCampus
Appreciating early success - resulta recaps the benefits of NSCC’s Sponsor-a-Student program
Now in their second year of the Sponsor-a-Student program, resulta is seeing first-hand the value in supporting and mentoring NSCC students. This year they’ve sponsored Chantal P., an IT Web Programming student at IT Campus for her second year in a row, and Kolbi M., a Digital Marketing student at NSCC’s eCampus.
Another addition to the team is Deanna H., a Truro Campus IT Web Programming alumni and past sponsored student, who’s now a full-time Junior Software Developer!
Entrepreneur-in-the-Making receives three more years of funding from Scotiabank
With the program's growing success, Entrepreneur-in-the-Making (EITM) received another three-year commitment from Scotiabank totalling $210,000.
With over 40 student and alumni participants to date, the program offers recipients at all 14 campuses up to $3,000 in funding, business advisory sessions, mentorship and networking opportunities.
EITM now offers an annual grant for past recipients to continue growing their business. Additionally, thanks to Cube Sandbox and private donors in Truro, up to $28,000 in grant opportunities are available through campus specific programs.
“Any financial assistance that a new entrepreneur can get to help them in the early stages of their business career is going to be a tremendous benefit and help to them. It’s great to see this valuable program continue.”
Sabrina A. 2019 Recipient, Scotiabank Entrepreneur-in-the-Making Professional Photography ‘21, Ivany Campus
Appreciating early success - resulta recaps the benefits of NSCC’s Sponsor-a-Student program
Now in their second year of the Sponsor-a-Student program, resulta is seeing first-hand the value in supporting and mentoring NSCC students. This year they’ve sponsored Chantal P., an IT Web Programming student at IT Campus for her second year in a row, and Kolbi M., a Digital Marketing student at NSCC’s eCampus.
Another addition to the team is Deanna H., a Truro Campus IT Web Programming alumni and past sponsored student, who’s now a full-time Junior Software Developer!
“The financial aid and job security allowed me to focus on my course and getting my life back on track. Working at resulta will help me prepare for my future career as it allows me to apply the skills I learned in my Digital Marketing course.”
Kolbi M. 2022 Recipient, resulta Sponsorship Digital Marketing, eCampus
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Sponsor-a-Student recipients
Value disbursed through Sponsor-a-Student
Value disbursed in Student Works opportunities
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Student Works recipients
College and Job Readiness Fund removes barriers for trades and transportation students
Affording educational items and work tools is essential for student success. Trades and Transportation students face higher starting costs to their programs and careers by paying for tools, textbooks, technology, safety gear and uniforms, along with fees for industry certifications and immunizations.
Thanks to lead donor CIBC, the College and Job Readiness Fund now supports up to 98 students a year. It is removing these increased financial barriers to education and entry into the workforce to set them up for success.
“The CIBC Job Readiness Funds alleviated stress about affording weather-appropriate workwear. Buying the items I needed to be warm and comfortable was important to my success and safety in the workplace.”
Meredith S. 2022 Recipient, CIBC Job Readiness Fund Carpentry, Cumberland Campus
Growing impact - RBC’s $200K donation expands Student Works program
The Student Works program is expanding its opportunities to eight rural campuses, thanks to funder RBC. Over two years the donation will provide paid, relevant, on-campus jobs, allowing students to gain experience while studying.
The program seeks to employ over 50 students per year and includes access to NSCC’s Job Readiness Fund to provide extra supports, professional development and career training. Additionally, the program ensures that 70% of work placements are in skilled trades and technologies, and 50% are designated for equity-deserving students.
“I learned technical skills that are invaluable in my future career in geomatics. I’m grateful I was provided with a paid opportunity to explore a long-standing interest of mine and the challenge of applying my program learnings to my work.”
Mohit F. 2022 Recipient, RBC Student Works Geographic Information Systems, Annapolis Valley Campus
College and Job Readiness Fund removes barriers for trades and transportation students
Affording educational items and work tools is essential for student success. Trades and Transportation students face higher starting costs to their programs and careers by paying for tools, textbooks, technology, safety gear and uniforms, along with fees for industry certifications and immunizations.
Thanks to lead donor CIBC, the College and Job Readiness Fund now supports up to 98 students a year. It is removing these increased financial barriers to education and entry into the workforce to set them up for success.
“The CIBC Job Readiness Funds alleviated stress about affording weather-appropriate workwear. Buying the items I needed to be warm and comfortable was important to my success and safety in the workplace.”
Meredith S. 2022 Recipient, CIBC Job Readiness Fund Carpentry, Cumberland Campus
Growing impact - RBC’s $200K donation expands Student Works program
The Student Works program is expanding its opportunities to eight rural campuses, thanks to funder RBC. Over two years the donation will provide paid, relevant, on-campus jobs, allowing students to gain experience while studying.
The program seeks to employ over 50 students per year and includes access to NSCC’s Job Readiness Fund to provide extra supports, professional development and career training. Additionally, the program ensures that 70% of work placements are in skilled trades and technologies, and 50% are designated for equity-deserving students.
“I learned technical skills that are invaluable in my future career in geomatics. I’m grateful I was provided with a paid opportunity to explore a long-standing interest of mine and the challenge of applying my program learnings to my work.”
Mohit F. 2022 Recipient, RBC Student Works Geographic Information Systems, Annapolis Valley Campus