Jonathan Lerner
About Jonathan Lerner
Jonathan Lerner is a Work Integrated Learning Research Analyst at Economic Development Winnipeg, where he focuses on improving access to work integrated learning for students. He has a background in economics and has held various roles in retail and administrative support throughout his career.
Current Role at Economic Development Winnipeg
Jonathan Lerner serves as a Work Integrated Learning Research Analyst at Economic Development Winnipeg. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to various projects aimed at enhancing work integrated learning opportunities for students. His role involves identifying challenges and opportunities within this field, ensuring that students have better access to practical learning experiences.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role, Jonathan Lerner gained diverse work experience in various positions. He worked as a Sales Associate at Lids from 2018 to 2019 and as a Store Associate at Dollarama for three months in 2017. Additionally, he served as a Summer Student providing Data Entry and Administrative Support at Mid Continental Pump Supply Ltd in 2020. He also worked as a Team Member at Dairy Queen in 2016.
Education and Academic Background
Jonathan Lerner studied at The University of British Columbia, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from 2019 to 2023. Prior to that, he attended the University of Manitoba for one year, completing the first year of studies towards a Bachelor of Arts. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his research and analytical work.
Research Focus and Collaborations
In his current role, Jonathan conducts research within the agriculture sector, focusing on local, national, and international labour markets. He collaborates with Market Intelligence, Business Development, and the Talent Team on various projects. His work includes participating in stakeholder consultations for a labour market profile project, which aims to gather insights and data relevant to employment trends.