Sweats to Suits: Job Search Conference

May 2, 2024 09:30 AM to 06:00 PM

Registration Deadline: May 2, 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. 

Date: May 2, 2024 (VIRTUAL)
Times: See schedule below.
Location: Virtual via Zoom
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 2 of the conference. Please click here to register for day 1. 
 

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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, preparing for interviews, learn how to stand out in the workplace, and more!

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Agenda

10:00am - 10:30am | Welcome, Ice Breakers, Land Acknowledgement
10:30am - 12:00pm | Advantages and Realities of Global Work with Alumni
1:00pm - 2:00pm | Elevating your online presence
2:15pm - 3:15pm | Transition to the World of Work
3:30pm - 5:00pm | Interview Best Practices with Employment Strategists and Recruiters

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Panelists

Isaiah Colthrust, Digital Transformation Analyst | The Ministry of Digital Transformation of Trinidad and Tobago 
Diana Al Fara, Risk and Compliance Manager | Ooredoo Financial Services
Vivekan Jeyagaran, Inclusive Markets Advisor | MarketShare Associates (MSA)
Marcus He, Senior Manager, Financial Systems | eBay
Shirley Pan, Sr. Program Manager | Amazon
Sameen Zehra, Programme Coordinator | Institute for Strategic Dialogue
Ernest Tsang, TV Producer | Bloomberg
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Samina Makhanbetazhiyeva, Co-Founder |  Kiuloper
Vicki Zhang, PhD Candidate, Kotanen Lab | University of Toronto
Nayanika Goje, UX Designer | UTM Career Centre
Abdirisaq Gedleh, Freelance Key Animator
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Omar Osmani, Lead, Lead Recruitment | Trillium Health Partners
Luciano Palancio, Global Lead, Early Careers & Campus Recruitment | Klick Health
Thivya Uthayavarnan, Sr. HR Consultant | Sun Life
Arshia Hameed, Campus Recruitment Specialist | Deloitte Canada 
Nathalie Thibedeau, Team Lead, Special Projects | Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
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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. 
• Virtual Etiquette Tips  
• 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.

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