Events

Let’s build your confidence together. Discover how to ace your next interview as we uncover approaches to translate academic language and evaluate the effectiveness of responses to interview questions to stand out to future employers.

Are you getting ready for co-op? Unsure where to start? Learn more in this workshop for architecture students 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?

Join us in welcoming Lime Connect as we gain insights on disability disclosure in the workplace. Students should walk away from this session with a better understanding of the disability disclosure process for employment positions and gain insights on effective strategies to support their success. Key topics of disclosure will be answered using the “Whether? When? How?” approach, which reinforces agency through informed decision making.

When: Tuesday October 1^st from 1-2pm ET.

Format: Zoom Webinar – no registration required

• Event link: https://uwaterloo.zoom.us/j/93494207498?pwd=QxSd6aIFUJOGo8LQC4heWOetCbyv9X.1
• Be sure to copy the link into your calendars and click to join at the time of the event

Intended Audience: Students enrolled in co-op or EDGE

Additional Information:

• No registration required
• Attendees will have the ability to join and ask questions anonymously
• Session will be recorded and made available for those unable to attend
• Captions will be enabled and can be used as needed. Additionally, a transcript will be generated and made available following the session

General event questions, as well as questions or concerns regarding accessibility or accommodation matters can be directed to: co-op.accessibility@uwaterloo.ca

For ongoing support with navigating the co-op employment experience as a student with a disability, contact co-op.accessibility@uwaterloo.ca

In this workshop, the Further Ed team will share information about the kinds of documents you might submit in your application, as well as brainstorming and writing strategies for these documents. If you're applying to grad or professional school or think you may want to, come join us!

In this workshop, the Further Ed team will share information about common funding sources, how to find funding, and scholarship writing strategies. If you're applying to grad school or think you may want to, come join us!

Explore your connection possibilities. This interactive workshop will discuss the importance of making connections to support you on your career building journey.

Are you interested in a career in academia?

The annual Academic Career Conference, hosted by the Centre for Career Development, provides workshops, lightning talks and discussion panels to help PhD students and Postdocs prepare for an academic career. This year, the Academic Career Conference will focus on the theme “Inclusion in academic contexts: showing up as you in academia”. Join us to discuss how gender, cultural, religious and disability identities are integrated (or not) in the academic environment to foster a more inclusive space where everyone can  show up as themselves.

Are you interested in a career in academia?

The annual Academic Career Conference, hosted by the Centre for Career Development, provides workshops, lightning talks and discussion panels to help PhD students and Postdocs prepare for an academic career. This year, the Academic Career Conference will focus on the theme “Inclusion in academic contexts: showing up as you in academia”. Join us to discuss how gender, cultural, religious and disability identities are integrated (or not) in the academic environment to foster a more inclusive space where everyone can  show up as themselves.

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.

Join EDGE and CCD for the Fall 2024 Volunteer Fair! 

This event offers students an opportunity to meet local organizations that are recruiting volunteers.  

Representatives from 30 local organizations will be present to speak with current students about their organization's mission and volunteering needs. 

Volunteering is a great way to develop skills and gain experience that can be showcased on a résumé and discussed in an interview. For those looking to give back to the community, it is a fulfilling way to contribute to local causes. It also provides an excellent opportunity for networking. 

This is an in-person event in the SLC Great Hall and no registration is required. If you have any questions about this event, please email careers@uwaterloo.ca

Free popcorn to participating students!