An Upbeat and Motivated Environment
Being unemployed is stressful and comes with a roller coaster of emotions and even financial difficulty. Let us help you cruise to your destination!

FRIENDLY PERSONNEL - Jump On Board Employment Services is dedicated to providing client centred service to the unemployed youth of Prince George .

RESOURCE LIBRARY: An extensive Library of information on any part of your job search you are struggling with. Books on goal setting, resumes, time management, cover letters, job loss, career direction, motivation, conflict resolution……you name it, we probably have it.

LOUNGE: Relax on the Lounge Deck to read the paper, review the extensive resources or have a private space to feed the baby.

WORK LAB: A private room with a telephone is available for clients to contact potential employers

Job Search
  Don't ask what your employer can do for you; market what you can do for the employers. We will show you how.

RESUME: Learn how to create a resume that helps you get the job!

COVER LETTER: Catch the employer’s attention with a dynamic cover letter.

INTERVIEWS: Experienced job coaches will teach you how to sell yourself and increase your confidence.

NETWORKING: Learn how to network efficiently and effectively.

GUEST SPEAKERS: Employers from the community speak to our clients on what they look for when hiring and tips on how to make a good impression.

WORKSHOPS: Monthly interactive workshops are offered on:

  • Increasing self esteem
  • Personality Type in job search and learning
  • Making the first impression count.
  • Financial Planning for tough times
  • Managing Job Loss through EQ-i.
  • How to find the jobs that are not advertised.
  • Job Hype and Personality Type.

Career Exploration

ASSESSMENTS: Identify which jobs are suitable for you based on your interests, personality and values. Our qualified crew is trained in Myers Briggs Type Indicator, Strong Interest Inventory and Emotional Intelligence.

LABOUR MARKET INFORMATION: Find out what jobs are hot and what jobs are not.

FUNDING OPTIONS: You may be eligible for financial assistance to obtain further education to re-enter the job market. The qualified staff of Jump on Board will explore your options with you.

Need Work Experience
If you are on EI, or have been in the past three years, there are options to gain work experience such as:

JOB CREATION PARTNERSHIPS: A great way to obtain up to one year of work experience while collecting Employment Benefits for people with limited skills.

TARGETED WAGE SUBSIDY PROGRAM: Have the education or certification but need work experience? Is an employer interested in hiring you but wants someone with more experience? TWS may be the program for you.

THOUGHT ABOUT VOLUNTEERING? This is another great way to obtain work experience. We have the latest Volunteer opportunities within Prince George

Self Employment
  • Have you thought about starting your own business?
  • Do you have a business idea?
  • Do you prefer to be the boss?
  • Do you know how to research your business idea?

An Employment Coach can assist you in this area, AND you may be eligible for Self Employment Benefits from SERVICE CANADA.

Contact Us

Jump On Board
Employment Services for Youth & Young Adults
1550 - 4th Avenue,
Prince George , B.C.
Tel: (250) 564-9325