The Career Planning Workshop can assist students seeking help with career planning and decision making. During the workshop, a career counsellor will guide participants through a host of interactive activities and discussions.
For more information regarding the Career Planning Workshop please visit
Career Planning Workshops .
** Spring 2012 Employment Workshop Schedule **
Career Services holds various workshops to assist students with their employment needs. The workshops are facilitated by an Employment Advisor and are free for students to attend. Workshops are held at the Career Help Centre, 474 University Centre and are held during the spring and fall sessions.
Students wishing to attend a workshop must pre-register at Career Services, 474 University of Centre or call 474-9456. There is no fee to register. Space is limited.
Resume Writing Workshop A resume is a valuable tool. It is a way to market your experience, skills and education to a potential employer. Sign up for a Resume Writing Workshop and learn important resume components, how to assess your skills, different resume formats, how to avoid common mistakes and how to formulate a cover letter.
11:30 - 1:00 10:00 - 11:30 Job Search Workshop The job search is about marketing yourself to potential employers. In this workshop you will learn how to focus your job search, identify potential employers, access the "hidden job market" and market yourself effectively.
Monday
January 9, 2012
10:30 - 12:00
Tuesday
January 10, 2012
Tuesday
January 17, 2012
Wednesday
February 1, 2012
1:30 - 3:00
Thursday
March 1, 2012
1:00 - 2:30
Wednesday
April 4, 2012
11:30 - 1:00
Friday
January 20, 2012
1:30 - 3:00
Tuesday
February 14, 2012
10:00 - 11:30
Wednesday
March 14, 2012
11:30 - 1:00
Thursday
April 12, 2012
1:00 - 2:30
Interview Preparation Workshop
The interview is a two-way exchange of information. The employer is marketing their organization and you are marketing your skills, knowledge, and personality. In this workshop learn how to prepare for an interview, types of interview questions and how to best answer these questions, other methods of evaluation and how to follow-up after the interview.
| Friday | January 27, 2012 | 10:30 - 12:00 |
| Tuesday | February 28, 2012 | 1:00 - 2:30 |
| Wednesday | March 28, 2012 | 11:30 - 1:00 |
| Monday | April 26, 2012 | 10:00 - 11:30 |
How to Find a Job in Canada Workshop
This workshop will provide great information for international students wanting to find work in Canada. Learn about Canadian job markets and the skills that Canadian employers are looking for.
| Wednesday | January 11, 2012 | 2:30 - 4:00 |
| Friday | February 3, 2012 | 11:30 - 1:00 |
| Tuesday |
March 13, 2012 (new date) |
1:00 - 2:30 |
| Monday | April 2, 2012 | 10:30 - 12:00 |
Career Fair Success Workshop
A career fair is a great opportunity to network with numerous employers and learn about their opportunities all at one event. Be prepared, learn what employers are looking for and how to make the right impression.
| Wednesday | January 11, 2012 | 5:30 - 7:00 |
| Monday | January 16, 2012 | 10:00 - 11:30 |