Events

Preparing for interviews? This workshop will support your career journey as we build your confidence, by providing strategies for sharing your qualities and reducing interview anxiety.

Applying to teacher’s college this December? Not sure where to start or what to expect? Maybe you have questions about programs, admission requirements, grades, or how to make your experiences stand out.

This workshop is for you.

By the end of this workshop, you’ll be able to:

- Explore the different teacher’s college programs available in Ontario
- Identify and interpret admission requirements, particularly grade requirements
- Articulate your relevant experiences and connect them to your application
- Develop a clear plan of action to prepare for your application

Are you thinking of becoming a teacher? Or currently applying to B.Ed programs? In this workshop, we will explore teaching divisions, teachables and eligibility, the application process, and more. 

Are you exploring what's next after your graduate studies or postdoc experience? Through discussion and reflection activities, this session will increase your understanding of the career-decision making process and how to plan for multiple potential career paths. We will also explore resources and networking options to gather information about careers that would suit your interests and skills.

Vanya (she/her), a Career Advisor from the Centre for Career Development (CCD), will be at the Arts Undergraduate Office (PAS 2439) on the following dates.

• September 30: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 1:00–2:00 p.m.
• October 28: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 1:00–2:00 p.m.
• November 25: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 1:00–2:00 p.m.
• December 23: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 1:00–2:00 p.m.

Vanya can support you with career or further education decision-making, writing job application documents (resumes, CVs, cover letters, etc.), personalized goal-setting, and more.

No appointment needed. 

Got career questions? Come and chat with a Career Advisor in the Math Undergraduate Office (MC 4022). 

• Wednesdays 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. from September 30 - December 2 (cancelled October 14 for Reading Week) 

Get help with: résumés & cover letters, interview prep, job search strategy, career exploration...or anything else on your mind!

No appointment needed. 

You've heard LinkedIn is extremely impactful. How so? Let's explore your impact together. This workshop covers the basics of building a LinkedIn profile, tips on what to include in each section to help you stand out to employers and recruiters, as well as building your network on the platform.

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.

Interested in joining the campus housing team? This workshop will guide you through the application process step-by-step. Learn how to craft a standout resume, write a compelling one-page cover letter, and confidently respond to both written and video application questions.

Understanding your skills and how you want to use them is a big part of the career decision making process. In this workshop, we will engage in a few reflections to help you identify skills you're gaining from your grad studies and postdoc and how those might influence your career choices.