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.
Congratulations - you have received an offer of employment. Now what?
In this workshop we will explore how to evaluate what matters to you in a role, and how to negotiate for it. This includes salary, bonuses, work location, remote, hybrid or in office days, and more!
We know that employers are looking for students with an Arts degree but are you wondering how your education and experiences can take you there? Although graduation is still a few years away, now is the time to learn and develop new skills, refine them through experiences and set yourself up for successes in your post-graduate career.
Learn more about how you can do this in this session. We will cover
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!
Learn from U.S. immigration professionals, Eileen Martin and Beth Klarin, about options available to graduating students interested in working in the U.S.
Calling all 1B students, whether you're in a co-op program, considering the EDGE certificate or are exploring all of your options, this session is for you!
At the end of your first year, we know you're starting to think about 'what's next?' We've pulled together a group of people who have been in your shoes before and want to share their advice on how to make the most of your summer 2023, and the rest of your time at UW. This is an opportunity to hear about:
- The changing world of work and how you can be prepared for what's to come.
***All spots have been booked for this event., to be added to the waitlist please register in WaterlooWorks. If you have already booked your appointment and are no longer able to make it, please cancel your appointment by emailing careers@uwaterloo.ca ****
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.
As a first year Health student you're likely beginning to think about where your education and experiences may take you. While graduation is still a few years away, the skills you develop now, in your studies, on the job and through professional development will set you up for success in your post-graduate career.
This session is for first year Health Undergraduate students and will cover:
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.
Looking for a job? Join us for an all-in-one workshop where you'll learn how to navigate the job search in its entirety: from work search, to applications, to interviews! Whether you're a first-time job seeker, or pursuing your next opportunity, this workshop will cover the basics, as well as tips and strategies for searching for work, crafting a resume and cover letter, acing your interview - and the supports & resources available to you along the way.
This is an in-person workshop held in the Tathum Centre in room 2218.
Identify your key power (transferable) skills and apply these to your career planning and development.
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.
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.
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: You will receive an activity to be completed prior to the workshop.
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.
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.
The UN's SDGs are an urgent call for action to partner towards mitigating critical social, economic, environmental and technological global challenges. As part of the future workforce, solutions discovery and implementation for a healthy planet will be in your hands. This workshop is designed with the following outcomes:
Planning on beginning a new volunteer role? Preparing to support communities across the globe? Wondering how volunteering fits into your career journey? We're here to help! Join us for this online workshop with the Centre for Career Action and UW Public Health Brigades, where we will be reviewing key considerations for professionalism and success in volunteering, tips for getting started, and how to leverage volunteering towards your career goals.
In Part 2 of this two-session workshop, discover the work values that you desire in a career in order to be satisfied, learn how to conduct occupational research and how to put it all together in order to make informed career decisions.
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.
You've heard LinkedIn is a helpful way to connect with employers in the tech industry. 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. Sacha Adkins, a tech recruiter and special guest, will share tips on how to get noticed. We will also be providing contacts you can connect with immediately to amplify your voice on LinkedIn. You won't want to miss it!
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.
