Work Term Ethics |
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In signing the Confirmation of Employment form you will agree to abide by all the rules, regulations and policies of your employers during work terms. You will also agree to abide by all ethical and legal guidelines, including those concerning the use of computers.
Please read, and follow, these additional guidelines on work term ethics:
Maintain Confidentiality
Some employers, especially those in health and social services, require you to sign an oath of confidentiality in order to protect the rights of their clients. Even if your employer does not require a signed declaration, however, it is a good practice to avoid discussing your organization’s business, clients and competitors outside the workplace.
Stick to Business
- If you are allowed to make personal calls, it is advisable to use this privilege sparingly.
Be sure to repay the company for any long distance calls. - Use the company’s letterhead for approved business only.
- Don’t take office supplies home for your own use.
- Don’t send personal information via the company’s email or Internet.
Honour Your Commitment
- It is not just ethical to honour your commitment to your employer to begin and end your work term on specific dates; we have an official policy requiring you to do so.
- Deliver on any promises you make to customer, and if you run into difficulties consult your supervisor to determine whether alternative services can be provided to appease the customer.
- Even if your colleagues engage in unethical or offensive practices, it is wrong for you to be involved. Furthermore, you may be judged more harshly than a permanent employee.
- Avoid making offensive jokes or using offensive language.
- Avoid getting involved in gossip and office politics.
- Remain honest.
Declare Conflicts of Interest
If you are in a position to bring profit to a friend or relative through work, please declare a conflict of interest and refrain from participating.