Events

If the future looks foggy, you're not alone! This 90-minute workshop is designed to support Arts students begin their post-graduation journey. In this workshop you will: 

• Ideate and map possibilities for your future 
• Learn ways to test ideas e.g. networking,   
• Get support to start your journey! 

Let's explore and unlock the full potential of your Arts degree together. As a bonus, you can sign up for career planning support at the end of the workshop to get connected to a career advisor.  
 
Note: This session is restricted to students in the Faculty of Arts and is recommended for those who are in the final two years of their program. 

Graduating in 2024? Maximize your employment opportunities upon graduation by learning about Waterloo's job board, WaterlooWorks. Also, hear about the many services and benefits offered through the Centre for Career Development and Alumni Relations that remain available to you after you graduate.

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

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.

***Pre-booked timeslots have been filled. We are still taking walk-ins during the event on a first come first-served basis***

CCD and EDGE are offering FREE headshots. It will take place on July 23, 2024 in the Tatham Centre (TC) on the main floor by the stairs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please select a 10-minute timeslot for your headshot and arrive 5 minutes early on the day of the event. We will also be offering walk-in appointments on a first-come first-served basis after booked appointments. So booking a timeslot ensures that you will get your photos taken at the time you have indicated. 

Please register and pick your timeslot on the booking form. You will receive a confirmation email after you register and a reminder email 1 day before the event. Within 14 days after the event, you will receive 3 images with no edits made along with information on how to edit the photos should you choose. There will be four appointments available for each 10-minute timeslot. 

If you have any questions, please email careers@uwaterloo.ca

Searching for work? Whether you're looking for co-op, seasonal, or part-time jobs, this workshop is for you! In this virtual session, we'll share and discuss a variety of job search strategies: where to look for opportunities, how to optimize your applications, and uncovering the "hidden job market" by making networking work for you.
 

Graduating in 2024? Maximize your employment opportunities upon graduation by learning about Waterloo's job board, WaterlooWorks. Also, hear about the many services and benefits offered through the Centre for Career Development and Alumni Relations that remain available to you after you graduate.

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

Secured a co-op position and now feeling “what comes next”? We understand that as co-op students, heading to a new job and new location can feel confusing and isolating.

Co-op Connection is hosting a board game mixer for all co-op students on a work term Fall 2024 wanting to mingle and casually meet friends. Tatham Centre (TC) is turning into a Board Game Café July 25, from 5:30 – 7:00pm. Bring your friends and fill out the form to let us know you are coming - join us for a chill night of board games and meeting new friends in your region!

Building connections is valuable and going into co-op with those connections can help you feel supported and create that work-life balance in a new environment!

Searching for work? Whether you're looking for co-op, seasonal, or part-time jobs, this workshop is for you! In this virtual session, we'll share and discuss a variety of job search strategies: where to look for opportunities, how to optimize your applications, and uncovering the "hidden job market" by making networking work for you.

That deadline is coming up! Have last minute questions about your application? Curious about what happens after you hit submit? Come ask us anything about applying to medical school!

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?