Career Fundamentals

Are you getting ready for co-op? Unsure where to start? Learn more in this workshop for graduate students from all faculties who are preparing to find their first co-op job. In this workshop, we will answer questions such as: How does co-op work? How do I contact my co-op advisor? How and when should I start looking for jobs?

Are you getting ready for co-op? Unsure where to start? Learn more in this workshop for undergraduate students from all faculties who are preparing to find their first co-op job. In this workshop, we will answer questions such as: How does co-op work? How do I contact my co-op advisor? How and when should I start looking for jobs?

Got a technical interview coming up?  Join us for a lively session with insider tips from a D2L recruiter and senior developer, plus two upper year co-op students who’ve been through it and know what works.  

What’s in store:  

• Watch a live technical interview demo 

• Learn what to expect during the process 

• Gain practical tips to prepare  

Grab some pizza, bring your questions, and leave feeling confident to crush your next technical interview! 

This 1-hour workshop is targeted at co-op students navigating the job search in a challenging economy. We'll begin by "taking the pulse" of how learners are feeling and acknowledging the broader economic factors that may be impacting their search. From there, we'll focus on what learners can control-exploring practical, proven job search strategies to expand networking efforts, target their job search, and make meaningful connections. Through guided reflection and actionable tips, learners will leave feeling more empowered, confident, and prepared to take the next steps in their job search with clarity and purpose

Looking for a job in your first work term? Join this session to explore options and help you move forward. We’ll talk about key dates, strategies for finding work, flexible co-op pathways and useful resources.

Job applications can be daunting. Writing cover letters don't have to be. This workshop will build your confidence as we dissect how to write cover letters.

Upon registering for this event in WaterlooWorks, you will receive a link to register in MS Teams.

You've heard LinkedIn is extremely impactful. How so? Let's explore your impact together. This workshop will support your career journey as we explore how to use LinkedIn and network successfully to best meet your goals.

Upon registering for this event in WaterlooWorks, you will receive a link to register in MS Teams.

Preparing for interviews? This interactive workshop will support your career journey as we build your confidence to ace your next interview.

Upon registering for this event in WaterlooWorks, you will receive a link to register in MS Teams.