"How can I prepare for my upcoming work term?", "How do I find housing for co-op?", "What is a student performance evaluation?" If these are questions on your mind, join the Centre for Career Action for information on how to maximize success for your upcoming work term, and an open Q&A where you can ask a Career Advisor and Student Advisors your most pressing questions.
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!
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 phenomenon, etc.), and give you tips and connect you with resources for navigating talking to strangers about career stuff in a new way.
You've heard LinkedIn is a helpful way to connect with employers. So now what? In this workshop we will explore how to create a compelling LinkedIn profile, how to network successfully within LinkedIn, connect with recruiters and alumni, and conduct research on your chosen field.
Now is a great time to update your LinkedIn profile. In this interactive workshop you will reflect on your skills and knowledge and the brand you want to represent on LinkedIn. You will identify ideas for your profile header, summary and images.
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.
Haven't found a co-op job yet? That's okay! There's still lots of time to find your next co-op, and we're here to help! In this session, we'll explore:
- Different ways to search for jobs in WaterlooWorks.
- Arranging your own job.
- External job boards.
- Resources and services available to you.
- And more!
Learn how to interpret job descriptions to identify your strongest and most relevant skills. Adopt the perspective of an employer when submitting your application for a position.
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.
The skills identification and articulation workshop helps students identify the skills they're developing throughout their undergraduate career. Workshop participants will also develop strategies for articulating these skills to target audiences (e.g. potential employers). If you can recognize what you're learning and how your skills translate to the job market, you can set yourself apart from other candidates! The skills identification and articulation workshop is one of six milestones in the EDGE academic certificate program.
In this interactive workshop, you will discuss the value of making connections as part of a job search strategy. You will explore networking strategies and identify your own action plan.
Haven't found a co-op job yet? That's okay! There's still lots of time to find your next co-op, and we're here to help! In this session, we'll explore:
- Different ways to search for jobs in WaterlooWorks.
- Arranging your own job.
- External job boards.
- Resources and services available to you.
- And more!
Haven't found a Co-op job yet? That's okay! There's still lots of time to find your next Co-op, and we're here to help! In this session, we'll explore:
- Different ways to search for jobs in WaterlooWorks.
- Arranging your own job.
- External job boards.
- Resources and services available to you.
- And more!
Haven't found a co-op job yet? That's okay! There's still lots of time to find your next co-op, and we're here to help! In this session, we'll explore:
- Different ways to search for jobs in WaterlooWorks.
- Arranging your own job.
- External job boards.
- Resources and services available to you.
- And more!
Wondering what your rights are as a co-op student or while your working part time? This workshop will provide you with an overview of your rights and responsibilities in any workplace. We will also discuss resources available to you as a UWaterloo student.
Are you applying for a faculty/lecturer/postdoc position? In this interactive workshop, you'll learn how to prepare an effective curriculum vitae (CV) as well as how to write a professional and compelling cover letter for academic positions.
*Note: This event is only open to PhDs and postdocs
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: January 18, February 8, February 28, and March 16. You're welcome to come to as many as you'd like!
Uncover hidden career opportunities by learning the most successful ways to apply networking strategies, both in-person and online.
Want to know what it's like to work in Canada after graduation? Attend this panel session to hear from previous UWaterloo international students as they share their career stories.
- Hear what it is like to transition from studying in Canada to working in Canada after graduation
- Learn about their unique career paths
- Ask questions you're curious about to UWaterloo Alumni
- Topics will include job search strategies and adjusting to Canadian work environments
Panelists:
Through this interactive workshop, you’ll become better prepared for a campus interview. In addition to learning about a typical campus interview schedule, you’ll learn to analyze interview questions and evaluate and develop effective responses to these questions. Upon registering for this event in WaterlooWorks, you will receive a link to register in Zoom.
*Note: This workshop is only open to PhDs/postdocs
Planning on attending the P4E Fair on February 1st? In this workshop we will cover tips for virtual job fairs, including how to prepare, what to do during the event and how to follow up with employers after the event. We will discuss how to update your LinkedIn profile to be more enticing to prospective employers and how to create your personal brand, from your social media presence to your elevator pitch. There will also be time to answer any questions you have about job fairs, networking, and LinkedIn.
