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Graduating Students Seminars, Peterborough

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Apply Yourself: Writing the Graduate School Personal Statement -- A Joint Workshop from the Career Centre and the   

                         Academic Skills Centre
This workshop explores the graduate school personal statement, focussing not only on what to write but also how to write it. A career counsellor will discuss different types of personal statements for both graduate school and professional schools. As well, she will discuss how to describe your skills, interests and accomplishments so that you demonstrate your interest in and knowledge of your chosen profession or discipline. An academic skills instructor will focus on how to craft clear and engaging prose as well as how to edit and proofread your statement.

Fall Term

                            Thurs Nov 3

10 am

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Life After Trent – Effective Strategies to Find the Career You Love

Graduating students – the Career Centre is offering a seminar to help you prepare for life after Trent. You will participate in activities that will help you generate and explore career options as well as expand the ways you search for employment.

 

Fall Term

 

Winter Term
Thurs Oct 13

 

1 - 4 pm

Wed March 7

Tues April 3

1 - 4 pm

1 - 4 pm

 

Peterborough Career Centre Workshops

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What Can I Do With My Degree? – First Step in Career Planning

Gain an understanding of your interests, values and passions through self-discovery exercises. Explore your career possibilities and learn how informational interviewing and volunteering can help you find a career.

Fall Term

 

Winter Term

Thurs Sept 29

10 am

   Wed Feb 29

10am

Résumé & Effective Letters – Selling Yourself on Paper

Your résumé and cover letter convey an image to a potential employer. Learn how to effectively showcase your skills and achievements to make a great first impression. A well-written résumé and cover letter can have a tremendous impact.

Fall Term

 

Winter Term

Wed Sept 28

Thurs Nov 10

 

3pm

10pm                            

Tues Jan 17

Thurs Jan 26

Wed Feb 1

Wed Feb 15

Thurs Mar 1

10am

10am

10am

3pm

3pm

Work Search Strategies – Find a job!

Whether it's a part-time, summer or full-time job, learn how to develop an action plan that will help you achieve your goals. Go beyond traditional methods and include the hidden job market in your job search.

Fall Term

 

Winter Term

Wed Sept 21

Thurs Nov 24

3pm

10am

Wed Jan 18

Thurs Mar 22

10am

3pm

 

Develop Your Network – Personal Contacts, Social Media, and Other Strategies

It’s all about who you know, so get to know people. Learn the art of cold calling and building mutually beneficial relationships.

Fall Term

 

Winter Term

Thurs Oct 6

3 pm

Wed Feb 15

Thurs Mar 15

10am

10am

Interviewing for Success – Make a Great Impression

A successful interview is the final step in finding a great job. Learn how preparation helps you have great responses and overcome nervousness. Discover the common interview questions and styles.

Fall Term

 

Winter Term

Thurs Sept 22

Wed Nov 23

3 pm

3pm

Tues Feb 14

Thurs Mar 8

10am

10am

Career Assessment - Link Your Personality to Your Career Options

Gain an understanding of how your assessment results relate to career planning.  As you understand yourself better, you’ll clarify your values, skills and interests.

Fall Term

 

Winter Term
Tues Sept 27

10am-noon

    Thurs Feb 2

10am-noon

Trent in Oshawa Workshops

Career Assessment - Link Your Personality to Your Career Options

  • Gain an understanding of how your assessment results relate to career planning.  As you understand yourself better, you’ll clarify your values, skills and interests.

Tuesday, October 11, 2011;  5:00 - 7:00 pm

Register: Contact the Trent In Oshawa Office ( 905-435-5100)

What Can I Do With My Degree – First Step in Career Planning

Gain an understanding of your interests, values and passions through self-discovery exercises. Explore your career possibilities and learn how informational interviewing and volunteering can help you find a career.

Tuesday, November 1, 2011;   5:00 - 7:00 pm

Register: Contact the Trent In Oshawa Office ( 905-435-5100)