Career Readiness Workshops
At Algonquin College, we are dedicated to guiding and empowering our students as they embark on their career journey. Through a range of engaging events, workshops, and dynamic career fairs, we ensure that our students are well-prepared for the professional world and have ample opportunities to network with industry experts.
Stay connected with HireAC events calendar and check out the exciting events below.
Career Fair Prep Workshop
Career Fair Prep Workshop
Date: Tuesday, Feb 6, 2024
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 pm ET
Location: Online
Join the Co-op and Career Centre for a Career Fair Prep Workshop to get prepared for the upcoming Career Networking Fair. In this workshop, you will learn the top tips to make the most impact when speaking with employers at a career fair or any networking situation.
Career Readiness Workshops
Interviews Workshop
Date: Thursday, Feb 1, 2024
Time: 10:30 – 11:30 am ET
Location: C Building: Room C278 (DARE Incubator)
Join the Co-op and Career Centre to learn how to prepare for your next interview. In this workshop, we will provide students with the opportunity to practice interview preparation tactics, common interview questions and appropriate body language and communication styles to improve their interview skills.
Open to all Algonquin College students. Advance registration is required.
Resume & Cover Letter Workshop
Date: Thursday, Feb 8, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am ET
Location: Online
Join the Co-op and Career Centre to learn how to create a stand-out resume and cover letter.
In this workshop, we will cover best practices for customizing your resume and cover letter for any job of your choosing, whether you are looking for part-time, placement, summer, or full-time jobs after graduating! Students are encouraged to bring their resume and cover letter to update throughout the session.
Open to all Algonquin College students. Advance registration is required.
Job Search Workshop
Date: Tuesday, Feb 20, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am ET
Location: Online
in the Co-op and Career Centre to explore a variety of job search strategies that can be used to successfully obtain interviews. In this workshop, we will provide you with the opportunity to practice different online and networking strategies to use in your future job search.
Open to all Algonquin College students. Advance registration is required.
Interviews Workshop
Date: Wednesday, Feb 21, 2024
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 pm ET
Location: Online
Join the Co-op and Career Centre to learn how to prepare for your next interview. In this workshop, we will provide students with the opportunity to practice interview preparation tactics, common interview questions and appropriate body language and communication styles to improve their interview skills.
Open to all Algonquin College students. Advance registration is required.
Resume & Cover Letter Workshop
Date: Monday, Mar 4, 2024
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm ET
Location: C Building: Room C126 (Gathering Space)
Join the Co-op and Career Centre to learn how to create a stand-out resume and cover letter.
In this workshop, we will cover best practices for customizing your resume and cover letter for any job of your choosing, whether you are looking for part-time, placement, summer, or full-time jobs after graduating! Students are encouraged to bring their resume and cover letter to update throughout the session.
Open to all Algonquin College students. Advance registration is required.
Job Search Workshop
Date: Wednesday, Mar 20, 2024
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 pm ET
Location: C Building: Room C126 (Gathering Space)
in the Co-op and Career Centre to explore a variety of job search strategies that can be used to successfully obtain interviews. In this workshop, we will provide you with the opportunity to practice different online and networking strategies to use in your future job search.
Open to all Algonquin College students. Advance registration is required.
Interviews Workshop
Date: Thursday, Mar 28, 2024
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm ET
Location: Building A – Room 152
Join the Co-op and Career Centre to learn how to prepare for your next interview. In this workshop, we will provide students with the opportunity to practice interview preparation tactics, common interview questions and appropriate body language and communication styles to improve their interview skills.
Open to all Algonquin College students. Advance registration is required.
Personal Branding for Introverts Workshop
Date: Thursday, Apr 4, 2024
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm ET
Location: C Building: Room C126 (Gathering Space)
Being successful at networking is a valuable way to make connections and learn about opportunities in your field. Join Jessica Andrews and Sarah Brown-Bennett from the Co-op and Career Centre to learn how to use your strengths as an introvert to build up your personal brand and make meaningful connections.
Open to all Algonquin College students. Advance registration is required.
Grad Mini-Series Workshops
Post Graduate Work Permit Session (Grad Mini-Series)
Date: Monday Jan 22, 2024
Time: 1:00 – 3:00 pm ET
Location: Online
Join the International Education Centre to learn more about the Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) including:
• What the PGWP is and the benefits
• Eligibility requirements for the PGWP
• When and how to apply (in Canada or outside of Canada)
• And more!
Presented by the International Education Centre
Jump Start your Job Search Workshop (Grad Mini-Series)
Date: Tuesday, Jan 23, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am ET
Location: Online
In this workshop, you will:
• Map out your career plan, and learn how to implement and organize it
• Identify the various strategies for finding meaningful experiential opportunities
• Learn how to network in a digital world
Employer Session (Grad Mini-Series)
Date: Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm ET
Location: Online
Would you like to learn more about GC Jobs and other meaningful job opportunities and programs available to you as a graduate within the Government of Canada?
Discover valuable information on GC Jobs and other significant job opportunities and programs offered to graduates within the Government of Canada. Gain insights into the application process, including expert tips for effectively responding to screening questions, by joining our unmissable information session.
Feel free to participate and inquire about any uncertainties you may have during the session.
Interview to Inspire Workshop (Grad Mini-Series)
Date: Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am ET
Location: Online
In this workshop, you will:
• Identify the key components of getting prepared for your interview
• Understand how to present yourself confidently and authentically using body language
• Learn how to communicate your skills and strengths through compelling storytelling
• Discover how to make a lasting impression
Alumni Career Chat (Grad Mini-Series)
Date: Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 pm ET
Location: Online
Join the Alumni Career Chat and gain valuable insights from accomplished alumni. Learn essential tips and strategies for seamlessly transitioning from school to the professional world. This engaging session will not only expose you to various career paths but also equip you with best practices for entering your chosen field.
Discover valuable resources for connecting with industry professionals and unlocking new opportunities for personal and professional growth. Don’t miss out on this chance to accelerate your success!
International Students – Workshops and Boot Camps
Professional Communication for the Job Search
Date: Friday Feb 2, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am ET
Location: Online
Join the Co-op and Career Centre to learn strategies for communicating professionally during each stage of the hiring process. This workshop will cover a variety of situations from sending out job applications and scheduling an interview to accepting an offer and more! Students will have an opportunity to practice scripts that will help them develop better communication skills for finding and keeping a job.
Presented by The Co-op & Career Centre in partnership with the International Education Centre
Canadian Workplace Expectations
Date: Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm ET
Location: Online
Join the Co-op and Career Centre to learn more about Canadian workplace norms and expectations to help you be successful in a Canadian workplace. This workshop will cover a variety of topics from understanding company culture to navigating workplace conflict, writing professional correspondence and more! Students will access valuable scripts and strategies to help them build a professional reputation while gaining work experience in Canada!
Presented by The Co-op & Career Centre in partnership with the International Education Centre
Check out the International Education Centre’s Calendar for dates for upcoming sessions and to register.
Students with Disabilities Workshops
Disclosure & Accommodation Workshop
Date: Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am ET
Location: Online
Students and graduates with disabilities are invited to join the Co-op and Career Centre to develop a broader understanding of disclosure and accommodations within the job search and workplace context. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of disclosure, how and when to disclose, and how to ask for accommodations at work.
Presented by The Co-op & Career Centre in partnership with the Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL)
If you are registered with the Centre for Accessible Learning, you will receive emails on upcoming dates for these sessions. If you are not a CAL student but would like to attend, please contact the Co-op & Career Centre for more information.
Annual Events
Career Networking Fair
Algonquin College is hosting a one-of-a-kind event where you can meet over 80 top employers right on campus. Whether you’re a current student, recent graduate, or alumni, this is your chance to connect with organizations looking to fill exciting positions. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to discover your dream job.