CaPS November and December Online Job Search Events
Join CaPS in our Zoom online courses. Empower your job search by taking as many of these courses as you need!
Crash Course for CVS and Cover Letters
November 1, 2021
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Empower your job or internship search with outstanding applications. We will share tips, advice and insight to make sure your CV and cover letter tell your story and highlight your skills, experience and unique value to an employer.
By attending this course, you will be able to:
- Understand expectations around the format and purpose of CVs and cover letters
- Identify strategies for customizing application materials to specific jobs
- Articulate skills and accomplishments within the CV and cover letter The Zoom meeting link will be sent to all registrants in advance of the course start time.
Coffee with Career Advisors (CV/CL Theme - ION)
November 2, 2021
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
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Coffee with Career Advisors (Open Theme - ION)
November 5, 2021
10:00 am - 11:00 am
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“Drop in” to our open zoom forum to meet some of your CaPS Career Advisors and ask your CV/CL career-related questions! Our experienced team of graduate and undergraduate advisors are here to make it easier for you to get the information you need and take the next step in your employment journey
Crash Course in LinkedIn Pt 1: Building a Professional Profile and Getting Started
November 4, 2021
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
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Boost your job or internship search with a polished LinkedIn profile. We will explain how to create a professional LinkedIn presence, share quick tips on what to post during this challenging time and explore how to leverage this platform to build your network.
By attending this course, you will be able to:
- Learn tips and tricks to build a impactful profile (and mistakes to avoid)
- Discover how to expand your network of key contacts, build credibility, and apply LinkedIn intelligence in your job search
- Understand best practices on how to use LinkedIn during COVID-19
Coffee with your Career and Local Wellness Advisors for Mac Students
November 5, 2021
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Open to Macdonald Campus Students Only.
“Drop in” to our open zoom forum to meet your CaPS Career Advisor and your Local Wellness Advisor (LWA). Our experienced team of advisors are here to make it easier for you to get the information you need and take the next step in your McGill journey. Whether you are searching for part-time positions, internships, future full time jobs, or anything in between; or have questions about available mental health supports on and off campus, for both in-province and out of province students, and other student support activities and options; this is the place to be!
Crash Course in LinkedIn Pt 2: Tutorial Session on Networking and Career Exploration
November 8, 2021
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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This LinkedIn tutorial is designed to help students explore career paths, research prospective employers, search company profiles, reach out to Alumni, and build relationships with Industry professionals. You will learn how to make this networking platform work for you in your search for an exciting and meaningful career. Come prepared and ready to work with your LinkedIn account open!
By attending this course, you will be able to:
- Learn best practices for expanding your network and connecting with industry professionals
- Understand how to leverage the tools and features on LinkedIn in your career exploration
Coffee with Career Advisors (New Grads)
November 8, 2021
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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December 7, 2021
10:30 am - 11:30 am
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November 16, 2021
10:00 am - 11:00 am
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November 25, 2021
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
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December 16, 2021
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Coffee with Career Advisors (CV/CL Theme)
November 30, 2021
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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“Drop in” to our open zoom forum to meet some of your CaPS Career Advisors and ask your career-related questions! Our experienced team of graduate and undergraduate advisors are here to make it easier for you to get the information you need and take the next step in your employment journey.
November 9, 2021
10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Whether you want to start your grad degree off on the right foot, preparing to apply for an academic fellowship, or finishing up your doctorate and getting ready to go on the academic market for a tenure-track position – this workshop is for you.
In this overview on building an academic cv, you will
- Learn about common components of an academic cv and career profile
- How to think about creating and populating categories (and subcategories) of academic experience on your cv
- Ideate on how to use your cv to help plot out your academic career development.
Grad Student Job Seekers' Seminar (Humanities & Social Sciences)
November 17, 2021
10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Almost finished your PhD & thinking of transitioning out of academia? Considering working in other sectors? Interested in learning about the differences between an academic and non academic job search? Come share your questions and concerns with your graduate career advising team and colleagues in a special remote seminar from the comfort of your home.
By attending this workshop, you will:
- Learn about the differences between job hunting and applications in academia and beyond
- Share strategies for networking and positioning yourself for the job market
- Think about transferrable skills, values, and interests that can help you find new career paths
- Ask questions and get feedback from your peers and grad career advisors
November 23, 2021
10:00 am - 11:30 am
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This session lets you experience how conversations allow us to get to know others while helping us clarify our own thoughts and generate new ones, such as how an interest in sustainability can guide your future career! Using a structured approach, you’ll get to practice two skills employers seek in hires:
- Oral Communication - by articulating who you are, storytelling, listening and asking good questions
- Self Development – by learning how clarity around your strengths and self-knowledge inform career decisions, so you can speak more confidently with employers.
To get the most out of this highly interactive workshop, you should expect to have your camera on during the breakouts.
You’ll get a link to do a 5min prep activity 1-2 days before the workshop. So do the prep BEFORE you join the zoom. If you need help, email careers.caps [at] mcgill.ca
Grad Student Job Seekers' Seminar (Sciences)
November 26, 2021
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Almost finished your PhD & thinking of transitioning out of academia? Considering working in other sectors? Interested in learning about the differences between an academic and non academic job search? Come share your questions and concerns with your graduate career advising team and colleagues in a special remote seminar from the comfort of your home.
By attending this workshop, you will:
- Learn about the differences between job hunting and applications in academia and beyond
- Share strategies for networking and positioning yourself for the job market
- Think about transferrable skills, values, and interests that can help you find new career paths
- Ask questions and get feedback from your peers and grad career advisors
Networking for Introverts and others Who Hate Networking
November 30, 2021
10:00 am - 11:00 am
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You have heard it before, most people find jobs through networking & need to tap into the hidden job market. But what if you are tapped out, don’t know anyone & dread having to cold call? Designed by and with introverts in mind, this workshop will explore the many ways to build your network without saying a word. If you have ever wondered how you will promote yourself, keep a conversation going or follow up on one, this workshop is for you! This workshop will identify and explore key components of effective in-person communication throughout the job search process.
As a result of attending this workshop, students will be able to:
- Approach networking with less anxiety.
- Have ideas on how to reach out to people effectively.
- Be aware of the impact of non-verbal communication.
- Understand that most jobs are found through the hidden job market and that networking is a win-win situation.
Job Search Action Plan Workshop
December 2, 2021
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
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Ready to start your summer or post-grad job search? This crash course will review the key strategies to use, and focus on helping you develop an action plan and a timeline to make sure you stay motivated and on target! By attending this course, you will be able to: Learn what job search strategies work well Know what steps to take to organize your job search Use our checklist to personalize your own action plan
The Zoom meeting link will be sent to all registrants in advance of the course start time. All confirmed attendees will receive a copy of the slides directly following the course. Please note that these sessions may be recorded. To qualify for CCR recognition, you must register for and sign into the online zoom event using your McGill email address.