About NAIT  

About NAIT

NAIT’s hands-on, technology-based education and applied research are essential to the productivity and prosperity of Alberta. Graduates have the knowledge and skills employers want. They leave NAIT confident, prepared and in demand.

NAIT's Institutional Strategic Plan

The NAIT Effect, our new vision and strategic plan, gives us and our stakeholders a clear sense of the positive impacts we will have and what we must do in order to make them happen.

Read the plan

What makes a polytechnic different? The people

Read the inspiring stories of NAIT alumni who are making a difference in their communities and across Canada.

Rebuilding with care

Carolyn Kincade creates dental implants for cancer survivors following treatment.

Leading with resilience

Tara Chahl’s resolve sets her down a path from the military to marathons to managing pipeline projects.

Rethinking solar solutions

Renewable energy technologist Csilla Harsasi leads the way with portable, off-grid solar project.

Advancing industry solutions

Heather Kaminsky works with industry to tackle oil sands tailings.

Venturing into virtual

Entrepreneur Kyle Gagnon is building a real future in virtual and augmented reality.

Energizing communities

NAIT grad Jordan Jolicoeur shines light on opportunities for Métis and Indigenous communities.

Meeting Alberta’s Needs

95% of employers are satisfied with the performance of NAIT graduates

Lasting Careers

5 years after graduation, NAIT grads have near-zero unemployment

Ready for the Workforce

86% of grads are employed within 9 months after graduation

What's new at NAIT

Sep. 25, 2023

NAIT receives $4.9M to add more than 500 apprenticeship seats

Funding allows more apprentices to pursue education during the 2023/24 academic year

Sep. 22, 2023

NAIT marks new flagpole plaza with ceremony at Aboriginal Culture Day

Newly installed flagpole plaza acknowledges Indigenous culture and signifies diversity and inclusion on campus

Find out more
Sep. 12, 2023

NAIT opens interactive Assistive Technologies Centre to support students of all abilities

Equipment, software and more will help remove barriers to learning and encourage independence

Find out more
Jul. 12, 2023

NAIT to launch national clean fuels education and awareness program

$300,000 from Natural Resources Canada will support the creation of online training

Find out more

NAIT is a Top Employer

For 12 consecutive years, NAIT has been named one of Alberta's top employers.

View Current Openings Learn why NAIT is a Top Employer  
Shopping Cart Quick View
Open Shopping Cart