FRTF resource hub: Lifelong learning and career development
Learn how to analyze interview questions that are asked during academic interviews and evaluate and develop effective responses to them.
CareerHub; Career Planning and Job Search; Career Action Library; Online Planning tools and more are available.
The CUT program comprises three courses in Graduate Studies (GS): GS 901, GS 902, and GS 903 - which provide a comprehensive teacher-development experience.
The Certificate in University Language Teaching is tailored to language instruction and is open to all currently enrolled Waterloo doctoral students in languages.
Have a co-op question? Connect through our Live Chat or phone 519-888-4047 to book an appointment.
Featuring a solid foundation of success for building techniques, Coaching for Success will show you how to get more from people than they ever thought they could give using a tried-and-true method of coaching.
Join leadership expert Dave Crenshaw on a journey of self-discovery, as he walks you through a simple framework to identify your strengths.
All students (regular and co-op students in undergraduate or graduate programs) can book a short, same-day, virtual drop-in.
EDGE is an opt-in experiential education certificate program for undergraduate students in traditional (non-co-op) programs of study.
As part of the Fundamentals of University Teaching program, participants must complete three microteaching cycles.
The Fundamentals of University Language Teaching is tailored to language instruction and is open to all currently enrolled Waterloo Masters students in languages and Pedagogische Austauschdienst (PADs).
The Fundamentals Block session offers students the Fundamentals of University Teaching program in two weeks.
Accredited in 2016 by the Educational Developers Caucus (EDC), the Fundamentals program supports Waterloo graduate students in their development as university Teaching Assistants (TAs) and instructors.
In GS 901, participants begin building reflection skills, theoretical knowledge, and applications to try out in their teaching.
In GS 902, participants investigate higher education theory themselves, further develop applications to communicate to a general university audience, and articulate their self-awareness as a teacher.
In GS 903, participants practice and receive feedback on their individual teaching skills and become more self-aware and critically reflective.
Develop career-enhancing skills in a single course that covers twelve popular one-day seminar topics, including goal setting, time management, and personal organization.
Would you like to speak privately with a professional about your career plans? You can book all appointments and same-day drop-in meetings through WaterlooWorks.
PD1: Career Fundamentals gives students the tools they need to find their first job, develop core career skills, and succeed in the workplace.
Do you need help transitioning into university life? Peer mentorship programs can connect you with upper-year mentors who act as a non-judgmental, approachable and knowledgeable first resource and support system.
Sometimes you need practical advice on how to succeed in university. A Peer Success Coaching appointment is an interactive and collaborative learning process between you and a Peer Success Coach. Our coaches are available to help you with various aspects of student success, including study skills, time management, or test preparation and anxiety.
If you are a supervisor, this course will help you to improve your team’s results. Among other skills, you will learn to help people to align their tasks with their organizational and team goals.
These technical and non-technical IT seminars are aimed at helping to keep the Waterloo IT community informed about what’s happening across campus.
Foundations is designed to offer master's and doctoral students broad exposure to and experience in four key areas: career preparation, communication, leadership and personal effectiveness.
Established in May 2018, the Project & Portfolio Management (PPM) community of practice (CoP) is an environment open to University of Waterloo employees and students interested in sharing experiences, ideas, best practices and lessons for managing portfolios and projects.
In this course, you'll learn how to use the same marketing tricks big companies employ—without making a big dent in your wallet.
Learn how to be your own boss and face the challenges that come with being an entrepreneur.
In this class, you'll learn everything you need to know about starting a business.
The Student Leadership Program (SLP) is a broad-based, experiential series of workshops available to current University of Waterloo students (undergraduate and graduate). Students will explore and enhance their leadership skills and learn to use their abilities to benefit them in roles on campus and within the broader community.
Come to this interactive workshop to learn how to succeed in the workplace and be a stand-out employee!
This course is designed for anyone who wants to take charge and plan their next move—whether it's choosing a new job, negotiating a promotion, or changing fields.