SKILLS DEVELOPED
- Explore gender relations and women’s experiences across cultures and nations
- Understand historical and present-day social issues and problems
- Approach questions from an interdisciplinary perspective
- Develop strong analytical skills
- Sharpen critical thinking
- Enhance verbal and written communication
- Understand how social, economic, political, cultural and psychological factors influence behavior
- Examine and evaluate evidence
- Understand inequalities
- Assess needs and barriers
- Understand group dynamics
- Develop research and editing skills
- Evaluate social movements
- Participate in advocacy for social change
- Engage in problem solving
- Develop team-building proficiency
SAMPLE JOB TITLES
- Arts and Culture
- Business
- Counsellor
- Child Welfare Worker
- Community Development
- Community Organizations
- Consultant
- Educational Institutions
- Entrepreneur
- Government
- Health Organizations
- Human Resources
- Human Rights Advocate
- Journalist
- Labour Unions
- Lawyer
- Librarian
- Market Research Analyst
- Media
- Nurse
- Policy Analyst
- Politician
- Psychologist
- Public Health
- Public Relations
- Publishing and Research
- Social Services Specialist
- Social Worker
- Teacher/Professor
- Women’s Rights & Social Justice
- Writer
- Youth Worker
Further Resources
Careerspace Resources
- Careerspace Website - Extensive career development and work search information including tools, links, strategies and assessments.
- Trent University Student Job Board - Look for on- and off-campus opportunities.
- Career Resources on myTrent - Access the following resources through myTrent>Support>Careerspace
- Career Cruising and TypeFocus - Free self-assessments that connect your interests and personality to your career.
- My World Abroad - Provides information, strategies, and tips for anyone considering going abroad for work, study or travel.
- Career Counselling and Résumé Critiques - Get feedback in a one-on-one appointment.
- Career and Work Search Workshops - Register through the Events Calendar
- Events and Fairs - Your opportunity to meet and network with employers and recruiters on campus.
Professional Associations & Societies
Professional associations and societies can be effective exploration resources as they provide information about careers, job boards, events and professional development opportunities. These groups can be used for networking, so become familiar with them!
- National Women’s Studies Association
- Business and Professional Women's Clubs of Ontario
- Women and Gender Equality Canada
- Canadian Women's Foundation
- United Nations National Committee Canada
- National Council of Women of Canada
- Canadian Federation of Business & Professional Women
Opportunities - Internships, Careers, Government Programs
- Trent University Student Job Board
- Feminist Majority Foundation
- Women's Initiative to Nurture Growth and Success
- Women in Communications and Technology
- WorkInNonProfits.ca
- National Organization for Women
- Ontario Women's Directorate
- Career Edge
- Federal Government Jobs
- Provincial Government Jobs
- Charity Village
Get Experience
- Gender & Women’s Studies at Trent University - Courses, news and events, program faculty, resources, and more department information.
- Trent Community Research Centre - Students are matched with local organizations to assist with research, planning and other community development projects for course credit.
- Trent University Student Organizations - Get involved in groups that will contribute to learning new skills & gaining a variety of experience.
Co-op
Complete three paid work terms and graduate with a distinct career advantage. To learn more about co-op, visit the co-op website.
Get Connected
Develop Your Network-get advice about careers from alumni and other professionals
- Networking, Mentoring and Informational Interviewing - Careerspace has workshops and one-on-one appointments to help you develop your network.
- Mentoring/Networking Programs - Programs and events to help you navigate your career options.