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Job Search Workshops

Have a specific job in mind but not sure how to get there? The Job Search workshops are designed to provide you with the skills to write an amazing resumé and cover letter, wow them at your next interview, make connections in your field, and find a position that meets your needs.

Registration on the Career Centre's online system is required for all workshops (you must sign up for an account on the system before you will be able to register for any workshops).

Identifying Skills and Accomplishments workshopLogin to Register

Being able to identify and articulate your skills is an essential part of a successful job search. This introductory workshop is a great starting point for all other Job Search workshops.

• Identify the key skills that you have to offer.
• Learn how to articulate your skills through accomplishments that you can use in you resumé, cover letter and during your interview.

Resumé Writing workshopLogin to Register

Does your resumé present your experiences, education and skills in a way that effectively showcases your abilities?

• Understand the characteristics of effective targeted resumés.
• Learn how to strengthen your resumé with accomplishment statements.

Please note: Once you have completed this workshop, you may book a one-on-one Resumé or Cover Letter feedback session.

Resumé S.O.S. Session workshop (Bring your Resume!)Login to Register

Have a job application due A.S.A.P. and can't make it to the Resumé Writing workshop? Bring a hard copy of your resumé to this one hour small group session and

• Get some quick tips and feedback on your resumé so that you can get your applications out on time.
• Give and receive peer feedback and increase your chances of landing the job you want.

Please note: Due to the condensed and collaborative nature of this workshop, please ensure that you are able to commit to the following before you register:
      • arrive ON TIME (late participants will not be admitted after 5 minutes)
      • bring a HARD COPY of your resumé
      • stay for the ENTIRE one hour session
In addition, this session will NOT be considered a prerequisite for a one-on-one Resumé or Cover Letter Feedback session.

Cover Letter Writing workshopLogin to Register

Do you know how to write a concise and interesting cover letter that invites employers to read your resumé?

• Create a cover letter tailored and personalized to the position to which you are applying.
• Make your cover letter interesting and easy to read to maximize interest.

Please note: Once you have completed this workshop, you may book a one-on-one Resumé or Cover Letter feedback session.

Translating a CV to a Resumé workshopLogin to Register

This workshop is specially designed for Masters and Doctoral level students.

• Understand the difference between a CV and a resumé
• Learn how to translate your academic CV into a resumé suitable for a non-academic job search.

Interview Skills workshopLogin to Register

Approach your next interview with increased confidence by learning how to articulate your skills and accomplishments.

• Gain an understanding of how to prepare for the interview process.
• Learn how to craft compelling answers to interview questions.

Speed Interviewing Practice Rounds workshopLogin to Register

Put your interview skills to the test, and practice answering interview questions in a fun, fast-paced environment alongside your peers.

• Experience interviews from multiple points of view - as interviewee, interviewer and observer.
• Get and give feedback on how to craft and deliver winning answers to common interview questions.

Job Search Strategies workshopLogin to Register

Want to be more effective in finding the job you want? In this workshop, learn about the various techniques for discovering and creating career opportunities.

• Learn how employers fill job openings.
• Find out how to build relationships that support you in uncovering "hidden" opportunities.

E-Networking with Social Media workshopLogin to Register

Social media platforms like Facebook and LinkedIn aren't just about finding friends anymore. Many employers use social media sites to both find and screen potential employees.

• Discover how to maximize the latest social media trends to conduct employer/industry research and build your network
• Learn how to conduct yourself professionally and uncover hidden opportunities and gain access to information that's not easily found elsewhere.