Employer Information Sessions

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Network and connect with potential employers

Meet employers hiring University of Waterloo co-op students and graduates. Learn about company culture, hiring timelines, work terms and career pathways directly from recruiters and employees.

Employer Information Sessions help you: 

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Learn what companies look for when hiring 

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Explore industries and career paths 

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Build confidence before applying 

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Make meaningful connections with employers and alumni 

Hear from students about their EIS experiences 

Being able to actually try the product during the session was huge. It wasn’t just someone talking through slides — it made the work feel real and exciting.

Prayaag Munshi, Faculty of Mathematics student

They were so passionate about their company. It was really impressive. It made me want to apply and join their team. I really liked the enthusiasm they had for their jobs and careers.

Yiwei Wang, Master of Engineering student


Prepare for an Employer Information Session

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Before the session:

  • Register for the EIS in WaterlooWorks 

  • Research the company and any current job postings 
  • Update your résumé and LinkedIn profile 
  • Prepare some questions to ask the employer 
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During the session:

  • Dress appropriately to make a good first impression 
  • Introduce yourself to the employer 
  • Participate in any Q&A 
  • Take note of key hiring details
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After the session: 

  • Follow-up with any connections through email or LinkedIn 
  • Apply to roles that interest you 
  • Reflect on what you learned and how it applies to your career journey 

Featured employer: Leap Tools

Students who attended the Leap Tools Employer Information Session had the opportunity to hear directly from team members about innovation, workplace culture and career growth in the tech industry. 

During the session, students: 

  • Discovered co-op and early career opportunities 
  • Heard firsthand experiences from Waterloo alumni 
  • Participated in an interactive Q&A 
  • Picked up practical tips for technical interviews 
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Don't miss opportunities to connect with employers. 

Popular sessions fill quickly. Explore upcoming sessions and start building your network. 

Connect with the Centre for Career Development

Career Advisors can help you prepare to make the most of attending an EIS. Drop-in or make an appointment for résumé and interview support, employer research strategies and build confidence in networking.

Host a session

Are you an employer looking to host an Employer Information Session? Discover the value and strategy behind these sessions and how to get the most out of your event.