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Cyber Hackathon

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October 24, 2025
8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Pacific Time
 KPMG Ignition Center | 777 Dunsmuir St 12th Floor, Vancouver, BC V7Y 1K3

Welcome, cybersecurity enthusiasts and creative problem-solvers!

Prepare to outwit and outmaneuver the competition in a battle of strategy. Create a team of up to four people, or if you’re feeling ambitious, try to crack the code solo.

The hackathon is designed with flags ranging from basic to advanced levels, ensuring challenges for both beginners and those ready to tackle more advanced levels. You’ll face off against your peers in challenges that span application security, infrastructure protection, reverse engineering, steganography, the art of Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT), and the enigmatic world of cryptography. Focused on Operational Technology (OT), we’ve crafted an immersive setup that mirrors the intricate landscape of IT and OT components. This includes Wi-Fi access points, servers, HMI (Human Machine Interface), PLC (Programmable Logic Controller), and more.

In this immersive environment, your skills will be put to the test as you navigate the challenges and vulnerabilities that arise when the digital and physical worlds converge.

The hackathon will conclude with an award ceremony to celebrate the achievements of the participants. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team of this hackathon, along with the bragging rights of being the 2025 Cyber Hackathon champions.

Event Agenda
  • 8:00 am – 8:30 am: Cyber Technical Hackathon – Registration
  • 8:30 am – 8:45 am: Cyber Technical Hackathon – Instructions and kickoff
  • 8:45 am – 11:45 am: Cyber Technical Hackathon – Competition (three hours)
  • 11:45 am – 12:00 pm: Hackathon winner announcements and acknowledgements
  • 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm: Networking reception
Think you can hack it? Register today and get ready to put your cyber skills to the test!

EA Tech Night – October 9th

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Electronic Arts (EA) will be hosting an EA Tech Night – Meet, Learn, Connect on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at our EAV campus located in Burnaby.

This event will bring together 100+ top students from across the Lower Mainland for an inside look at EA. Students will connect with our hiring managers, intern alumni, and recruiters, while gaining practical insights into careers in technology.

Event Highlights:

  • Hear from EA intern alumni and local hiring managers during a panel + Q&A
  • Network 1:1 with recruiters and business leaders across front end, back end, full stack, AI/ML, data science, and product
  • Learn about our internship program, resume building, and EA’s culture
  • Explore the EA Vancouver office
  • Enjoy pizza, refreshments, and a raffle prize draw

Event Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025
🕠 Time: 3 – 5 PM
📍 Location: EA Campus – Located near the BCIT Burnaby campus
🎯 Audience: Computer science and related program students

– please note that space is limited and although we will do our best to accommodate, only selected students will receive a confirmation email

Please apply through the application form: Expression of Interest

Ocean Hackathon – October 17-19, 2025

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We invite all ocean lovers, technology enthusiasts, and innovators to join Ocean Hackathon®2025, a 48-hour ocean data marathon that will take place October 17 -19, 2025, in Victoria, BC.

Using real data related to the ocean and coastal environments, teams will develop creative solutions and prototypes, aimed at the preservation and smart use of marine resources.

Teams from around the world participate in the event.

SoCAS Dean’s office will cover the ferry costs of up to 6 individuals who would join interdisciplinary teams for this challenge.

Please contact the BSc Program Coordinator if interested.

ISACA Vancouver OneInTech Scholarship – Apply by May 6, 2025

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Scholarship details:

  • Open to students pursuing a degree in Information Systems, IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT Audit, Compliance, or Governance, who thrive on promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
    • Scholarship amount: CAD 2,000 for each recipient.
    • ISACA Career-building bundle included, featuring:

    • ISACA student membership
    • A course from the ITCA or CET certification
    • Conference registration
    • ISACA’s mentorship program

The application deadline is May 6, 2025. For more details and to apply, students can visit the following link: Scholarship Application Portal.

 

Game Design Challenge

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Life.Love. Game Design Challenge is an annual competition that encourages game designers, developers, and creative thinkers to design prosocial video games aimed at improving the lives of young people.  Hosted every year as part of our Gaming Against Violence non-profit initiative.

This year’s theme is Communication—a crucial topic in preventing violence and promoting healthy relationships among adolescents. The competition provides a platform for people to use their creativity to tackle significant societal issues through gaming. There are up prizes, expert critiques, and opportunities for professional growth. We believe this challenge aligns well with the innovative spirit of your students and would be an excellent opportunity for them to contribute to the important conversation about communication and violence prevention.

The contest has two rounds:

  • Round 1: Submit a game pitch by March 24, 2025.
  • Round 2: Finalists will develop their games and submit them by mid-July.

Finalists will receive access to an exclusive publisher’s Discord, professional critiques from a panel of experts, and up to $10,000 USD in prize money. Winning games will also be published online!

For more details on the competition and how to enter, please visit https://communicating.games.

BCIT IT Services – Intern Employment

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IT Services is starting the 2025 IT Student Intern Hiring process. Looking for first year students who will be returning to the program for the 2025/26 school year.

Key dates are:

  • 2025-March 28 – deadline for applications
  • 2025-mid April – interviews will be conducted
  • 2025-June-02 – start date for new student interns

Full details of the job posting

If there are any questions regarding IT Student Intern hiring, please feel free to email ITS_student_hiring@bcit.ca

BCITSA – March and April Events (Hiring Fair, Free Headshots, Resume Clinic)

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BCITSA Spring Hiring Fair

Make the most of the opportunity to meet one-to-one with hiring managers and industry professionals. These events are a great chance to get to know local employers, find out what jobs they are currently hiring BCIT students and grads for, and gain industry insights on the hiring process and employer needs.

  • April 2nd, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM | SE2 Great Hall, BCIT Burnaby Campus

For more info on participating employers and preparation events, check out our Spring Hiring Fair 2025 page.

Resume Clinic

Drop-In Support (15-20 min)

Drop by the Tech Collider at the Downtown Campus, or the Study Hall in SE2 on Burnaby Campus with your resume in hand or register to save your spot and receive instant feedback and suggestions from one of our Career Specialists. After the clinic, we encourage you to book a one-to-one Career Development Appointment.

  • Mar. 18 | Downtown Campus | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm & 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Register Here
  • Mar. 26 | Burnaby Campus | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm & 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm | Register Here

Fearless Networking

Networking Tips for success at a BCITSA Hiring Fair

Come and gain insight into the key emotional intelligence and practical networking techniques to help expand your professional network, opening doors to new career opportunities and advancement.

How to Prepare for a BCITSA Hiring Fair

Attend an interactive session where best practices will be shared on how to prepare for this Hiring Fair. Learn how to impress employers, stand out and land a job interview opportunity!

  • Mar. 27 | Virtual (MS Teams) | 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Register Here

Professional Headshots

Back by popular demand! If you’re looking to get that professional headshot LinkedIn picture just right, the BCITSA’s Career Services will be providing professional headshots to BCIT Students and Alumni at the Burnaby Campus! This is a FREE service so come prepared to say ‘cheese’! A Career Specialist will be available to give you ‘tips and tricks’ for your LinkedIn Profile.

  • Apr 9 | 1:00 – 5:00 PM | Burnaby Campus – SE2, 3rd Floor – Council Chambers | Register Here

Peer Tutoring Recruitment: Deadline Apr 4, 2025

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BCIT Learning Commons is now accepting applications for Fall 2025 peer tutors. The application deadline is April 4, 2025.

The application documents are available here (or, simply, students can just do a Google search on “BCIT Be A Tutor”). Peer tutoring is a paid position and provides students with valuable work experience. Most tutors work 2 or 4 hours per week.

For Subject Tutors, BCIT Learning Commons is seeking applicants who:

  • Are current BCIT students
  • Have successfully completed 2 or more terms in their program
  • Have a good GPA, generally in the 80+% range
  • Have strong communication skills and leadership potential

For Writing Tutors, BCIT Learning Commons is looking for applicants with strong English language skills, experience with a broad range of written content, and with good communication skills and leadership potential.

For further information students can email BCIT_Learning_Commons@bcit.ca