CaPS April Online Job Search Event
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
April 7, 2021
1:30 pm - 2:30 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:1) Understand expectations around the format and purpose of CVs a
d cover letters
2) Identify strategies for customizing application materials to specific jobs
3) 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
n 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.
Coffee with Career Advisors (Open Topic)
April 8, 2021
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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April 14, 2021
10:00 am - 11:00 am
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April 19, 2021
10:00 am - 11:00 am
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April 21, 2021
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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April 27, 2021
10:00 am - 11:00 am
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April 30, 2021
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Coffee with Career Advisors (Summer Job Topic)
April 20, 2021
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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April 23, 2021
10:00 am - 11:00 am
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April 29, 2021
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Coffee with Career Advisors (CV/CL Topic)
April 26, 2021
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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April 28, 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.
Crash Course in Interviewing
April 9, 2021
9:30 am - 10:30 am
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Boost your confidence before your interview. We will share our best interview preparation tips and explore the similarities and differences between interviewing virtually and in person. The 30 minute session will be followed by a brief Q&A.
By attending this course, you will be able to:
1) Prepare prior to an interview and know what constitutes post interview etiquette
2) Develop strategies for communicating your skills and experiences in an interview
3) Identify resources for preparing and practicing, to help build your confidence
Job Search Action Plan
April 13, 2021
11:00 am - 12:00 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
Rock Your Internship
April 13, 2021
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
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Landed a summer internship/job and wondering how to prepare? In this workshop we’ll cover key tips and useful information to “know before you go,” goal-setting, and pre-reflection questions designed to help you be intentional about your experience.
By attending this course, you will be able to:
- Identify the key considerations for getting started in your role
- Understand goal-setting for professional success
- Reflect upon the pre-internship experience
Crash Course in LinkedIn Pt 1: Building a Professional Profile and Getting Started
April 15, 2021
2:00 pm - 3:00 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:
1) Learn tips and tricks to build a impactful profile (and mistakes to avoid)
2) Discover how to expand your network of key contacts, build credibility, and apply LinkedIn intelligence in your job search
3) Understand best practices on how to use LinkedIn during COVID-19
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.