Career Resources for 2SLGBTQQIA+ Students

The Career Centre and the Centre for Student Equity, Diversity and Inclusion work closely together to provide services for 2SLGBTQQIA+ students and alumni at Laurier. As a member of a distinct community, you may have specific concerns while making career decisions or finding a job. Some issues you may find helpful to discuss include deciding when and if to disclose to an employer, how to research inclusive organizations and what to include when writing a resumé. Browse the career resources below and book an appointment for individual support.
Laws prohibit discrimination in employment based on areas such as disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, age, religious affiliation, national origin and ethnic background. Know your rights in the workplace and in the hiring process.

Career and Job Search Resources

In addition to the jobs listed for Laurier students and alumni in Navigator, the following websites may be of use in conducting your job search:

Canada's Best Diversity Employers: Each year, new winners are selected that are putting in the work to make diversity, equity and inclusion a high priority in their organization.

Career Planning and Job Search Guide (US): This resource from the University of Pennsylvania Career Services discusses how to approach job searching.

Emphasizing and Empowering the T in LGBTQ for Allies and Transgender People in Tech: Resource from the University of Denver.

FAQ's for Transgender Job Seekers: Tips from the University of Vermont on applying for jobs.

Finding Work - A Trans-positive Guide: Resource from Simon Fraser University's Career and Volunteer Services department.

Out for Work - LGBT Career Resource Online Library (US): Provides assistance to develop and enhance skills to explore career options, master search techniques and strategies and research employment opportunities (username: outforwork, password: cccp2013).

Pride at Work Canada: A non-profit organization that supports inclusive workplaces and offers a job bank. 

Start Proud: Provides learning and networking opportunities to 2SLGBTQQIA+ undergraduate and graduate students in business, law and technology programs, as well as an annual conference Out on Bay Street. 

The Canadian Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC): A federally chartered, non-profit organization that promotes the development of 2SLGBTQQIA+ businesses and professionals, useful for expanding your network of contacts.

Your journey - a career guide for trans and nonbinary students: Resource from the University of Toronto.

Community Resources

Laurier's Centre for Student Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: Dedicated to enhancing the university environment for 2SLGBTQQIA+ students.

519 Community Centre: Offers 2SLGBTQQIA+ youth networking and educational opportunities.

OutRight Action International: The International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission (IGLHRC) is a leading international organization dedicated to human rights advocacy.

tri-Pride: Brings together events, networks and resources to create a collective 2SLGBTQQIA+ culture in the Waterloo Region.

Selected Professional Associations

exeQutive: A forum for Toronto/GTA-based lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer (LGBTQ) leaders, with networking events and featured speakers

National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association (NLGJA): An organization of journalists, media professionals, educators and students working from within the news industry to foster fair and accurate coverage of LGBT issues.

National Organization of Gay and Lesbian Scientists and Technical Professionals (US): A non-profit organization that educates and advocates for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer students and professionals in science, technology engineering and mathematics.