Position: Practicum
Company: UNIGLOBE Specialty Travel Ltd. DBA Discover Canada Tours
Work Period: 3-6 months depending on the applicants' practicum requirements
Job type: seasonal, unpaid internship
Company Description: Discover Canada Tours & West Trek Tours are divisions of UNIGLOBE Specialty Travel Ltd. Our primary objective is to provide affordable travel programs that will enable ESL and international students, as well as visitors to Vancouver and the lower mainland, to learn more about Canada, practice their English, meet new people; and most importantly, have fun! While under continuous development, our travel program primarily comprises tours to the Rocky Mountains, Tofino, Victoria, Whistler, and many other exciting destinations in Western Canada.
Overview:
This position is only available for students who are looking to do a practicum to complete their educational program requirements. If you decide to apply, please specify your practicum requirements (e.g number of hours you must work to complete the practicum, period of time you are allowed to complete your practicum, etc.)
Both domestic and international students are welcome to apply for these practicum placements.
We are looking for practicum students with a great personality, a passion for travel, and a commitment to excellence to join our team. Our objective is to provide a great work environment, one that fosters professional and personal development. At Discover Canada Tours, we offer practicum students the opportunity to work in the fun and exciting industry of tourism, where they can meet and travel with people from all over the world! Depending on the department in which your placement is, you will gain experience within the areas of Tour Sales & Promotions, Tour Operations, Marketing, and People & Culture.
Why Work with Us?
- Fun, team-oriented environment with an adventurous spirit
- Be part of a Canadian-owned company with 20 years of success in tourism
- Exclusive access to FAM trips – see the places you're introducing to the world!
- Financial coverage on public transportation fee for students to travel within the Metro Vancouver area
- On-site fitness facilities
- Travel perks and discounts across Western Canada with our brands and partners
- Room to grow in one of Western Canada’s fastest-growing adventure travel companies
- Staff events, parties, and excursions
- Be part of diverse and global teamwork with colleagues coming from around the world
- Educational opportunities to grow your skill sets
In order to become a practicum at Discover Canada Tours/West Trek, you should meet the following minimum skills & requirements:
- Work eligibility: Valid work permit (i.e. co-op visa, working holiday visa, etc.)
- Language ability: good English language skills (oral & written)
- Personal attributes: friendly, very outgoing, communicative, approachable, responsive, organized, hard-working, and highly motivated
- Skills: strong people skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adaptability, active listening, relationship management, time management, team work
Please click "Apply Now" at the beginning of this page to submit your practicum application.