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Smart Job Hunting Virtual Conference: Alumni Panel

May 6, 2020 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Registration Deadline: May 5, 2020 01:00 PM

Alumni Panel

Have your questions answered by successful U of T alumni, and learn how to get a job in business, science, marketing, and research.

Hear from:
  • Clinical Research Project Manager at SickKids (The Hospital for Sick Children)
    • ​Studied HBSc, Human Biology and Chemistry from U of T;
      MSc, Health Research Methodology at McMaster University
  • Continuous Improvement Analyst at Rogers Communications
    • ​Studied BBA, Business Administration and Management at UTM
  • Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs and Quality Control Analyst at Chief Medical Supplies Ltd
    • ​Studied HBSc, Biology and Chemistry at UTM
  • City Marketing and Brand Research Manager at City of Mississauga
    • ​Studied HBA, International Relations at U of T;
      MBA, Marketing and Finance at Wilfrid Laurier University;
      Masters Certificate in Municipal Leadership at York University

About Smart Job Hunting Virtual Conference

If you are job searching, especially if you are graduating in June or November of 2020, or are a recent graduate, this online conference is for you!
Smart Job Hunting takes place online between May 4th and May 8th, between the hours of 10 AM and 1 PM (agenda below). You can attend the sessions of your choice.  Most sessions will be in a live, virtual format.  If you have internet access challenges, please call our front desk at 905-828-5451 for alternative services.

Our one-week online conference will help you:
  • Learn how to job search in this time, and the impact of recent events on the job market.
  • Develop an organized job search plan.
  • Hear from recruiters and alumni about the employer perspective on job searching in the current circumstances, including tips on applying through Applicant Tracking Systems and video interviews.
  • Develop skills you will need throughout your career, such as resume and cover letter writing, interviewing and networking.
  • Get peer feedback on your resume and cover letter, and practice your interview skills on Feedback Friday.
  • Graduating students will gain access to full-time job postings offered to U of T students!
Agenda:
Before You Attend: Monday, May 4, 2020
10:30 a.m. – Noon             Welcome : Job Search for New Graduates During COVID-19
Note: Students looking for a summer job, please view "Finding Summer Jobs and Internships" available on QUERCUS at   https://q.utoronto.ca/enroll/FAHHLL             
                  
Tuesday May 5, 2020
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.       Writing Effective Resumes & Cover Letters
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.       Employer Panel: Current Labour Market & Application Tips (including ATS & Video Interviews)
 
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.        Preparing for Job Interviews
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.        Alumni Panel
 
Thursday, May 7, 2020
11:00 a.m. to Noon                Building and Developing Professional Relationships Online.
Note: we recommend that you view the LinkedIn Learning Session "Learning LinkedIn for Students" prior to attending
this session.
 
Friday, May 8, 2020 (Feedback Friday) (Please have an updated resume ready to share)
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.        Resume Feedback: Receive peer feedback on your resume.
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.        Interview Practice: Receive peer feedback on your interview skills.

**Students who are registered will receive an email one business day before the session with instructions on how to access the session.

Please note that by registering for this session you are indicating that you have read, understood, and agree to our Attendance/Privacy Policies and Photo/Video Release.
If you are attending a planned appointment, event or workshop and require accommodation(s) please e-mail careers.utm@utoronto.ca and we will work with you to make the appropriate arrangements.