Archives: public affairs

Friday, October 30, 2020

Emmet Collins: PhD in Political Science (2016)

Interview with Emmet Collins, PhD in Political Science (2016)   Could you tell us about how you landed your first position after graduate school or about your career path in general? Looking back, what lessons have you learned? Can you think of specific pitfalls that current graduate students should avoid? When I was writing... More

Friday, October 30, 2020

Jeff Collins: PhD in Political Science (2018)

Interview with Jeff Collins, PhD in Political Science (2018)   Could you tell us about how you landed your first position after graduate school or about your career path in general? Looking back, what lessons have you learned? Can you think of specific pitfalls that current graduate students should avoid? I completed an internship... More

Thursday, April 4, 2019

Stephanie Bailey: Master of Social Work (2004)

Stephanie Bailey Master of Social Work (2004) What field of work are you in, and what duties are required in your position? I am a clinical social worker at a mental health hospital. I am also the professional practice lead for social work at my organization. I support clients and families in their journey... More

Thursday, January 31, 2019

Sogol Naserian: MA in Legal Studies (2011)

Sogol Naserian MA in Legal Studies (2011) from Carleton LL.B from University of Sussex in the United Kingdom What field of work are you in, and what duties are required in your position? I practice labour/employment, immigration/refugee and general civil litigation. My job requires a lot of research, attention to detail and persistence. What... More

Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Jacqueline Stesco: MA in International Affairs (2011)

Jacqueline Stesco MA in International Affairs (2011) What field of work are you in, and what duties are required in your position? I am in Risk Management. Currently, I work at the Canada Revenue Agency in their Enterprise Risk Management function. I am responsible for reviewing the risk management of all Agency projects valued... More

Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Ben Nicholson-Smith: Master of Journalism (2010)

Ben Nicholson-Smith Master of Journalism (2010) What field of work are you in, and what duties are required in your position? I work in journalism, where the demands of the job vary pretty significantly from day to day. Some days I’m at my desk in Toronto, editing and planning our Sportsnet.ca baseball coverage. Other... More

Thursday, December 13, 2018

Petronila Michael: MA in Political Science (2011)

Petronila Michael MA in Political Science (2011) What field of work are you in, and what duties are required in your position? I am in the volunteerism/Non profit sector. I have worked with Non profits for about seven years. I recently joined the Public Service. My work involves research, analysis, stakeholder engagement and reporting.... More

Thursday, December 13, 2018

Glen Barber: MA in Economics (2013)

Glen Barber MA in Economics (2013) What field of work are you in, and what duties are required in your position? I work as an Information Technology (IT) Auditor for the Government of Canada, in an agency called the Office of the Auditor General. My job involves working with other government departments to ensure... More

Tuesday, December 11, 2018

Christopher Braeuel: MA in Public Administration (2000)

Christopher Braeuel MA in Public Administration (2000) What field of work are you in, and what duties are required in your position? I’m an international development practitioner and leader with over 18 years’ experience in multilateral negotiations, global project/program management, and organizational stewardship in both the public and... More

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