Sweats to Suits Conference

May 4, 2022 to May 6, 2022
MN1270

Registration Deadline: May 19, 2022

Sweats to Suits Conference 

Sweats to Suits is a 3-day in-person conference to support graduating students and recent graduates from all programs of study. Students develop job search skills to support their transition. 

Dates: May 4,5,6, 2022
Times: See schedule below.
Location: Maanjiwe nendamowinan (MN 1270)

For the most up-to-date information and details on each session, visit the Sweats to Suits Page
 

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Details

This in-person 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.
• Get advice from employers on creating an outstanding job application and on answering challenging interview questions, including tips on applying through Applicant Tracking Systems and succeeding at video interviews.
• Connect with successful alumni and build your network.
• Develop skills you will need throughout your career.
• And you can WIN amazing prizes too!

This is a great opportunity to establish meaningful connections with your graduating class, alumni, employers, and the UTM Career Centre team!

Additionally, by attending the three-day conference, you will gain essential skills to effectively develop your job search plan, prepare your LinkedIn profile, practice interview questions, learn how to stand out in the workplace, and more!

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Schedule

Wed May 4th 

9:30am - 10:00am    Registration & Refreshments
10:00am - 11:30am  Welcome and Keynote Speaker Adam Rodricks
11:30am - 1:00pm    Job Search Plan                          
1:00pm - 2:00pm     Lunch and Personal Time
2:00pm - 4:00pm     Resume Master Class: Employer Perspective
4:00pm - 5:30pm     International Students: Post Graduation Work Permits & NOC A, B and 0 Job Search
                                 

Thurs May 5th 

9:30am - 10:00am    Registration & Refreshments
10:00am - 11:30am   Networking (Strategies & Practice)                                 
11:30am - 1:00pm     Alumni Panel: Transitioning to the Workplace                                 
1:00pm - 2:00pm      Lunch and Personal Time
2:00pm - 3:30pm      Build Your LinkedIn Profile                                   
3:30pm - 5:00pm      Employer Panel: Ace Your Interviews
 

Fri May 6th

9:30am - 10:00am    Registration & Refreshments
10:00am - 11:30am  Career Resilience                                
11:30am - 1:00pm    Advice to Action                               
1:00pm - 2:00pm     Lunch and Personal Time
1:00pm - 3:00pm     Draw for Prizes and LinkedIn Photo Shoot         
 

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Attending Employers/Alumni                     

Resume Master Class: Employer Panel
May 4th 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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Alumni Panel: Transitioning to the Workplace
May 5th 11:30am - 1:00pm

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Ace Your Interview: Employer Panel
May 5th 3:30pm - 5:00pm

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Prizes

Great prizes to be won! Draw to be held on Day 3 of the conference. 



 

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Additional Details

• 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 require accommodation(s) please e-mail careers.utm@utoronto.ca and we will work with you to make the appropriate arrangements. 
• Masks will be required to be worn indoors in accordance with the Joint Provostial and Human Resources Guideline on Face Masks