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Old 08-07-2010 at 11:50 PM   #1
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Jobs on Campus?
Is it hard to get jobs on campus? For example, being a receptionist at the gym?
Old 08-08-2010 at 01:01 AM   #2
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It depends. If you want a job like that, you need to apply through OSCAR in MUGSI; and thus must have OSAP. However, if you don't have OSAP, I recommend working for the MSU. They always have jobs ongoing (I work for the MSU in Campus Events.) Check out the MSU website (www.msumcmaster.ca) and check the job postings for more info.
Old 08-08-2010 at 01:50 AM   #3
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It depends. If you want a job like that, you need to apply through OSCAR in MUGSI; and thus must have OSAP. However, if you don't have OSAP, I recommend working for the MSU. They always have jobs ongoing (I work for the MSU in Campus Events.) Check out the MSU website (www.msumcmaster.ca) and check the job postings for more info.
That's true and regarding previous experience, do they hire students who haven't worked previously but have significant amount of volunteering experience?
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That's true and regarding previous experience, do they hire students who haven't worked previously but have significant amount of volunteering experience?
It depends on the position, but if you have worthwhile experience, you can get a job in the MSU. You just need to write a resume that shows what you've learned through volunteering.
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Old 08-08-2010 at 09:43 AM   #5
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The bookstore is also a good option..They'll probably start hiring for people to work in January in late october/early november. You don't need to be on osap either. They will post on their website when applications are available.
Old 08-08-2010 at 11:33 AM   #6
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The bookstore is also a good option..They'll probably start hiring for people to work in January in late october/early november. You don't need to be on osap either. They will post on their website when applications are available.
Titles had applications due in Feb for the following school year. They hire a bunch of people for the Sept rush, and of those people (depending on work performance and availability) they ask you to return for the Jan rush, or to return for the rest of the school year. If they don't have enough people, they might put out another job posting, but otherwise there likely won't be any jobs available until next year.

Also, you don't need OSAP to apply for ALL jobs on OSCAR--some require you to fill out a work-study program application, but you can do that even if you don't recieve OSAP (although if you do get OSAP, you're automatically approved). There are jobs available for people who don't qualify for work-study/McWork.
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can i work as a lifeguard in the gym? i have all my certificate and stuff. If so, where can i apply?
Old 08-13-2010 at 01:30 PM   #8
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Hey I was wondering if any of you have heard from any of the employers. It's been a few days or so since i have applied on oscar. I was wondering when do they start hiring?

Thanks
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can i work as a lifeguard in the gym? i have all my certificate and stuff. If so, where can i apply?
The actual jobs with McMaster itself can be pretty competitive, and I would suspect you'll be competing with people who have years of experience saving silly drowndy people, but check out the front desk at the Athletic Centre? Its in use year-round, so check in there periodically to drop off a new resume.

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Hey I was wondering if any of you have heard from any of the employers. It's been a few days or so since i have applied on oscar. I was wondering when do they start hiring?

Thanks
I was hired in like June?

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Old 08-13-2010 at 02:03 PM   #10
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Does anyone know how demanding a job at 1280 might be if their hours are listed as 'variable'?
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Does anyone know how demanding a job at 1280 might be if their hours are listed as 'variable'?
It probably means they'll work with your studies in consideration?
Old 08-13-2010 at 02:22 PM   #12
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It probably means they'll work with your studies in consideration?
Hmm thought so. K now I feel stupid for asking =/
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I was hired in like June?
But the oscar opened on august? NO? All the hype and stuff
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But the oscar opened on august? NO? All the hype and stuff
I have no idea what your post means.
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I have no idea what your post means.
A lot of new jobs for 2010-2011 session were supposed to be posted on august 1 on oscar. I applied to few of those. So I was wondering when are they gonna be recruiting!



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