Vancouver Island University
Vancouver Island University Careers and Employment
About us
Known as a centre of excellence, Vancouver Island University (VIU) produces quality graduates who are in demand by employers across the country and around the world. VIU offers a supportive campus community focused on innovative teaching methods, undergraduate research opportunities, and creating an exceptional learning experience for our students.
VIU’s – more... rich history and connection with its communities dates back to 1936 when Nanaimo’s first vocational training school opened its doors. Today, VIU offers an extensive range of programming, from industry-responsive trades and applied training to academic undergraduate and graduate degrees.
VIU has evolved into a dynamic, internationally known university that supports a student population in excess of 17,000 full-and part-time learners, including 1,500 international students, over 2,000 Aboriginal students, and employs over 2,300 faculty and staff.
VIU operates four campuses, including a main campus in Nanaimo and regional campuses in Duncan, Powell River and Parksville•Qualicum. VIU is also the proud owner of Milner Gardens and Woodland in Qualicum Beach, named one of the top 10 public gardens in Canada as well as the Deep Bay Marine Field Station.
Located on British Columbia’s spectacular West Coast, VIU offers the opportunity to live and learn in one of the most beautiful university settings in Canada. – less
VIU’s – more... rich history and connection with its communities dates back to 1936 when Nanaimo’s first vocational training school opened its doors. Today, VIU offers an extensive range of programming, from industry-responsive trades and applied training to academic undergraduate and graduate degrees.
VIU has evolved into a dynamic, internationally known university that supports a student population in excess of 17,000 full-and part-time learners, including 1,500 international students, over 2,000 Aboriginal students, and employs over 2,300 faculty and staff.
VIU operates four campuses, including a main campus in Nanaimo and regional campuses in Duncan, Powell River and Parksville•Qualicum. VIU is also the proud owner of Milner Gardens and Woodland in Qualicum Beach, named one of the top 10 public gardens in Canada as well as the Deep Bay Marine Field Station.
Located on British Columbia’s spectacular West Coast, VIU offers the opportunity to live and learn in one of the most beautiful university settings in Canada. – less
Headquarters
VIU Nanaimo Campus
900 5th Street
Nanaimo, BC
V9R 5S5
Employees
1,001 to 5,000
Industry
Revenue
$100m to $500m (CAD)
Supportive place to work.
Lots of freedom in how you teach your classes. Great support from Admin and Department Managers. This is a very respectful workplace to be in, sometimes free lunches.
What are people saying about the leadership at Vancouver Island University?
89%
of employees approve of Dr. Ralph Nilson’s performance as CEO
CEO Approval is based on 18 ratings
What are people discussing at Vancouver Island University?
Top questions about Vancouver Island University
- How did you get your first interview at Vancouver Island University?3 people answered
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What jobs are available at Vancouver Island University?
What did candidates say about the interview at Vancouver Island University?
Interview experience
Based on 18 interviews
Favourable
Interview difficulty
Based on 18 interviews
Medium
Interview process length
Based on 16 interviews
About a day or two