Sweats to Suits: Job Search Conference

May 1, 2024 09:30 AM to 06:00 PM
MN

Registration Deadline: May 1, 2024 09:00 AM

Sweats to Suits Conference 

Sweats to Suits is a 2-day conference to support graduating students and recent graduates from all programs of study. Students develop job search skills to support their transition. 

Dates: May 1, 2024 (IN-PERSON)
Times: See schedule below.
Location: Maanjiwe Nendamowinan (MN) Building 
Target Audience: Graduating students and recent grads (up to 2 years) from any program of study
For the most up-to-date information and details on each session, visit the Sweats to Suits Page

Please note: By registering, you are registering for Day 1 of the conference. Please click here to register for Day 2. 
  

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Details

This 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 two-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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Agenda

9:30am - 10:00am | Check in & Refreshments
10:00am - 10:50am | Welcome, Ice Breakers, Land Acknowledgement & Keynote
11:00am - 12:30pm | Life After Graduation with Alumni
12:30am - 2:00pm | Lunch & Networking
2:00pm - 3:30pm | Craft your Job Search Plan
3:50pm - 5:30pm | What's Next? Preparing your Goal Statement with Alumni 

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Keynote Speaker

Jamie Sodhi, Investment Advisor at RBC
Read Jamie's Story
 

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Panelists

Joey Santiago, Manager Data & Analytical Insights | Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions
Jananee Savuntharanathan, Senior Consultant | KPMG LLP
Shiraz Gill, Account Executive | P&G
Read their stories

Laura Cocuzzi, Owner | Laura Cocuzzi Consulting
Farishya Guard, Project Manager | ADP
Sarah Girgis, Senior Strategy Analyst | Canada Life
Noah Joseph, Product Manager | Inbenta
Abdirahman Ali, Analyst | Tonal
Nikolai Meek, Senior Analyst | Loblaw Companies Limited
JANE Yoo, University of Toronto Alumni 
Charmaine Ramirez, Experiential Partnerships Specialist | Northeastern University
Read their stories

 

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Dress Code

Business casual attire is recommended. For more information on dress codes visit Dress for Success.  

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What to Bring

• A notepad and a pen
• A printed copy of your resume 

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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. 
• Please ensure you are logged in to CLNx before clicking the register button. If you are not logged in to CLNx before clicking the register button, you will be redirected to the CLNx login page. After logging in you will be redirected to your CLNx dashboard NOT the Sweats to Suits page. After logging in please follow the link to the Sweats to Suits page to register.