Employees

Employee career advising is currently unavailable. University of Waterloo staff can access career coaching through the University’s Employee & Family Assistance Program. Staff can also access CareerHub any time for digital supports.

Empowering our employees in their careers

Employee career advising services are available to all members of the University of Waterloo community, including full-time employees, CUPE members, faculty and contract staff with a term of at least one year. The individual career appointments are free of charge and most importantly are confidential. We're determined to work diligently with you to help you identify your goals and pursue opportunities to grow and develop your career.

Career advising appointments

The employee career advisor and learning specialist can assist you with:

Planning your future career development
Decision-making around career changes
Taking personality and interest assessments
Identifying ways to advance at work
Exploring professional development and further education opportunities
Support, guidance and advice for challenging workplace situations

Upcoming workshops

Knowing your strengths and how to use them is essential to your career growth and development. This workshop will explore our strengths using the VIA Character Strengths assessment. We will explore how our strengths can be used in new ways at work and at home. We will learn how to spot and appreciate strengths in others, including our work colleagues, and create stronger connections with them.

Looking for a custom workshop?

Did you have another idea on how we could work together? Fill out our custom request form.

Additional supports

Get career-ready with CareerHub! This online tool contains information and activities designed to provide opportunities for you to reflect on and prepare for your career.