Okay. Careers, job search, interviews. These things can be SUPER anxiety inducing! But don't worry, we've got you! In this workshop we will help you learn how to navigate anxiety during different stages of your career. Whether anxiety is something you've dealt with your whole life or if it's just come up recently. We've got your back with tips and more! (part of our Career-ing While...series)
Does the idea of networking make you super anxious? When you hear the word “networking” do you shudder? Do you feel all these things but want to do it anyways? Well this event is for you! This is an event for folks who hate networking but want to practice with fellow people who hate networking. Supportive environment to practice new skills in a safe(r) space!
This is a chance to practice for your Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) with a live simulation. This event is open to folks from any discipline with an MMI this application cycle for a professional school program. There will be 4 iterations of the MMI Simulations this term: Tuesday, February 8; Wednesday, March 2; Thursday, March 17; Tuesday, March 22. You're welcome to come to as many as you'd like!
In this workshop, we will explore networking basics in academia and learn how to maximize the opportunities to engage in networking events and practices that will benefit your career. We will focus on networking at academic and professional conferences, work search strategies to increase your network and effective social media uses to actively engage with those in your network and more widely share your accomplishments.
This is a chance to practice for your Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) with a live simulation. This event is open to folks from any discipline with an MMI this application cycle for a professional school program. There will be 4 iterations of the MMI Simulations this term: Tuesday, February 8; Wednesday, March 2; Thursday, March 17; Tuesday, March 22. You're welcome to come to as many as you'd like!
Understanding your personality preferences and how these can relate to various work roles can help you make informed choices. NOTE: Instructions for completing the TypeFocus personality assessment will be sent to you in advance of the workshop. Please complete this activity prior to attending the workshop.
Cycle 3 starts today! Learn what you need to know and how cycles 3-6 are different from cycles 1-2. Join the Centre for Career Action for more info and an open Q&A where you can ask a Co-op Advisor your most pressing questions. This workshop is for students who are preparing to find their first co-op job.
In this interactive workshop, you’ll practice translating academic language to industry language, apply strategies for answering interview questions and evaluate the effectiveness of responses to interview questions.
Writing a cover-letter can feel annoying, daunting and time consuming! In this workshop we will find ways to make writing a cover-letter less painful. We will dissect what cover-letters are actually about, talk about challenges you might face and chat about strategies that help your writing process.
Reaching out and connecting with total strangers about career stuff can be totally nerve-wracking and awkward. In this workshop we will abandon traditional ideas of “networking” and talk about connecting to other people as people. We will explore reasons to connect with others, some of the challenges you might face (e.g. anxiety, nerves, imposter syndrome, etc.), and give you tips and connect you with resources for navigating talking to strangers about career stuff in a new way.
Identify your key power (transferable) skills and apply these to your career planning and development.
The cover letter is an opportunity to share your story with a potential employer. As an essential part of your job application, this document helps link your experiences, values, and skillsets to the role you’re applying to. In this workshop, you will learn strategies for structuring your cover letter, building a narrative, and making connections between yourself and the employer.
Through discussion and hands-on activities in this workshop, you will learn how to prepare an effective résumé by analyzing job descriptions, assessing the relevance of your transferable skills and articulating these transferable skills in an action-oriented way.
This is a chance to practice for your Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) with a live simulation. This event is open to folks from any discipline with an MMI this application cycle for a professional school program. There will be 4 iterations of the MMI Simulations this term: Tuesday, February 8; Wednesday, March 2; Thursday, March 17; Tuesday, March 22. You're welcome to come to as many as you'd like!
When your career interests are congruent with your work, you are more likely to be satisfied, motivated and successful in your career. Discover what your key interest motivators are and how these can help you identify careers that align with these interests.
NOTE: Registrants will be emailed a booklet to complete prior to the workshop. Please complete all activities in the booklet before attending the session!
In order to receive that job offer, you must prove your skills in the interview. Here is your opportunity to learn how to do that successfully. Come prepared to practice!
You've been provided a Zoom link for your next interview - now what? Learn tips and tricks to help you ace your next virtual interview.
