Events

Congratulations! You've received a job offer. This class will teach you how to negotiate your salary, along with other benefits. Our goal is to equip you to increase your odds of receiving a fair outcome when negotiating your salary and other job-related details.

NOTE: This workshop is geared toward grad and Postdoc/PhD students.

In this workshop, we will discover the many professional development opportunities the University of Waterloo offers. We will explore aligning relevant educational opportunities with our long-term career goals. 

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.
Upon registering for this event in WaterlooWorks, you will receive a Microsoft Teams meeting link.

"How does co-op work?", "How do I contact my Co-op Advisor?", "When should I start looking for jobs?" If these are questions on your mind, join the Centre for Career Development for an introduction to co-op and an open Q&A where you can ask a Co-op Advisor your most pressing questions.

*Note: This workshop is for graduate students who are preparing to find their first co-op job.

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

Feeling confused writing your résumé? Let's make it shine. Learn how to interpret job descriptions to identify your strengths that best align with job descriptions to make you stand out to employers. 

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 Microsoft Teams meeting link.

Generative AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) are gaining popularity in the world of work. In this workshop, we’ll discuss tips and strategies for using AI tools effectively and responsibly in different career settings -- whether you're crafting your resume or cover letter, preparing for interviews, or networking on LinkedIn.

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 Microsoft Teams meeting link.

In this workshop the Further Ed team will share information about how transcript notations may impact your graduate or professional school application, as well as how you may want to address them in your application. We will also share some information about navigating disclosure and academic petitions.
Upon registering for this event in WaterlooWorks, you will receive a link to register in Zoom