By Kristina Leung and Julien Gagnier, Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors
Description: Xplornet Communications Inc., formerly Barrett Xplore Inc., is a high-speed Internet service provider, using fixed wireless and satellite platforms to reach customers in suburban, rural and remote areas.
Highlights for new grads:
Average starting salary: $40,001 to $45,000
Career planning services
Formal leadership training
Health benefits for new employees
In-house training program
Online training program
Orientation program for new employees
New entry-level positions (last year): 96
Student employment: summer and co-op
Telecommuting
Tuition subsidies
Vacation (after first year): 2 weeks
Hiring locations across Canada: Markham ON, Fredericton NB, Calgary AB
Typical positions for new grads: Graduates would occupy Network Operations Wireless / Satellite Specialist, Financial Analyst, Technical Service Representative, Product Specialist, Planner and Radio Frequency Designer positions.
New grads hired here typically have these academic backgrounds:
Bachelor of Commerce / Business Administration: Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Marketing
Bachelor of Engineering: Computer Engineering, Telecommunications
