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What the Job

What the Job? is an advice podcast on all things jobs. Listen to University of Alberta alumni talk about their career paths and learn tips from the Career Centre on everything from networking to resume writing. WTJ is proudly sponsored by our affinity partner TD Insurance.

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TD Mini Episodes: UofA grads and their careers at TD

This is the last in our series of University of Alberta grads chatting about their careers at TD. This week features Louie Yang '15 BA (Economics).

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Indigenous Women in Leadership

Through lived experience and leadership, these grads are contributing to the priorities outlined by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and helping shape more equitable futures for Indigenous Peoples and communities. This engaging conversation celebrates Indigenous excellence, women in leadership, and the power of alumni driving change. Featuring Reagan Bartel 04 BSC, 19 MSc; Tonya Simpson 16…

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TD Mini Episodes: UofA grads and their careers at TD

Each week WTJ will feature a different University of Alberta grad chatting about their careers at TD. This week features Yingsha Zhang '14 BCom.

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TD Mini Episodes: UofA grads and their careers at TD

Each week WTJ will feature a different University of Alberta grad chatting about their careers at TD. This week features Rami Elzein '11 BCom.

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The Music of Pharmacy: Accomplished woman pharmacist helps build a renowned music program in the US

Bonnie Kirschenbaum,'71 BSc(Pharm) grew up in small-town Alberta and decided to become a pharmacist when very few women were entering the field. Her career took her from national organizations in Ottawa to international companies in the US. When she retired, she became heavily involved as an organizer and donor to the National Repertory Orchestra as a co-creator of the Community Link, the program…

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The Business of Sports featuring Victor Cui, '95 BA

Victor Cui, '95 BA is a prominent Canadian sports executive, best known as the co-founder and former CEO of ONE Championship, Asia's largest mixed martial arts organization. Born and raised in Edmonton, he served as President and CEO of the CFL's Edmonton Elks (2022–2023) and held senior roles at ESPN Star Sports and the PGA Tour. In this podcast he discusses his career path in sports management…

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Piecing Gigs Together : Building a passionate career with variety and creativity with Sam Chimes '12 BA

Sam Chimes is a DJ, Busker, Stunt Man, Actor, Producer who has worked around the world. In this podcast he discusses the importance of doing what you are passionate about even if it feels risky. He provides tips and tricks for how to piece together a career with passion and fun. WTJ is sponsored by TD Insurance. Got a question? Email us at: wtj@ualberta.ca What the Job? is a University of Alberta…

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WTJ? Live at Edmonton Global: Local Roots, Global Reach

From our live event at Edmonton Global for Startup week, exploring what it means to grow globally while staying rooted in the Edmonton region. Featuring esteemed business leaders from the Edmonton Startup community (who are UofA grads!): Connie Stacey ('98 BA) Founder and CEO of Grengine Inc. Sam Jenkins ('05 BComm) Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Punchcard Systems Matt Alexander ('12 BComm)…

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The Happy Fisherman: Leo Seewald talks about his journey from lawyer to Taiwanese TV host and fisherman.

Leo Seewald ('97 Law) studied at the University of Alberta and oversaw International operations of large companies like Manulife and Blackrock. While living in Taiwan, he learned Mandarin and became the host of Happy Fisherman on TaiwanPlus TV channel where he sails to various fishing harbors with Taiwanese Fishermen. Click here to read more about Leo:…

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On The High Seas: Graeme Stout talks about his career as a Naval Engineer

Engineering students at the University of Alberta who are Naval Reservists have an opportunity to gain hands-on learning on the high seas. A new co-op program in partnership with the Royal Canadian Navy will have them train and serve aboard Canadian warships. Life at sea is one full of adventure… here to tell us more about what a career being a Naval Engineer is like is Lt(N) Graeme Stout, a 2014…

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