BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//132.216.98.100//NONSGML kigkonsult.se iCalcreator 2.20.4// BEGIN:VEVENT UID:20250622T101531EDT-689236acDI@132.216.98.100 DTSTAMP:20250622T141531Z DESCRIPTION:Join CaPS in our Zoom online courses.  Empower your job search  by taking as many of these courses as you need!\n\n \n\nCoffee with Career s Advisors for Graduate Students\n September 2\, 2021\n 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm\n R egister through myFuture\n\n“Drop in” to our open zoom forum to meet some of your CaPS Career Advisors and ask your career-related questions! Our ex perienced team of graduate and undergraduate advisors are here to make it easier for you to get the information you need and take the next step in y our employment journey.\n\n\nCoffee with Career Advisors (On Campus Recrui tment Topic)\n September 7\, 2021\n 10:00 am - 11:00 am\n Register through my Future\n\n“Drop in” to our open zoom forum to meet some of your CaPS Caree r Advisors and ask questions about:\n\n\n How on-campus recruitment works\n Researching the industries and companies that interest you\n How to leave e mployers with a good impression\n Preparing a targeted CV or CL\n\n\nNote: Organizations tend to be\, but are not limited to\, the Consulting\, Finan ce\, Engineering\, and Information Technology sectors.\n\n\nDecoding the A cademic Market\n September 7\, 2021\n 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm\n Register through my Future\n\nIf you are a graduate student who is curious about academic care ers or preparing to go on the academic market\, this workshop is for you. In this workshop we will provide insight into the overall structure and ca lendar(s) of the academic market\, offer information about the recruiting and interview process\, and share tips and insight into preparing document s for your academic application and portfolio. Note: this workshop will ad dress general strategies for academic careers from all disciplines.\n\nLea rning objectives:\n\n\n Gain an overview of the academic job market\n Learn about the various stages in the academic hiring process\n Get tips and stra tegies for writing and assembling your application material and portfolio \n\n\n\nCoffee with Career Advisors (Career Fairs & Info Sessions)\n Septem ber 16\, 2021\n 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm\n Register through myFuture\n\nDrop in” to our open zoom forum to meet some of your CaPS Career Advisors and ask que stions about:\n\n\n How a virtual career fair works\n Get last-minute CV wri ting tips / LinkedIn\n\n\n\n Learn how to prepare for a virtual career fair \n Hear what questions should you prepare for your 1-on-1 video sessions wi th exhibitors\n Gain insights on how to create a good first impression and present yourself well to exhibitor\n\n\n\nCoffee with Career Advisors (Ope n Topic)\n September 21\, 2021\n 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm\n Register through myFutur e\n\nSeptember 30\, 2021\n 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm\n Register through myFuture\n\n “Drop in” to our open zoom forum to meet some of your CaPS Career Advisors and ask your career-related questions! Our experienced team of graduate a nd undergraduate advisors are here to make it easier for you to get the in formation you need and take the next step in your employment journey.\n\n \nCrash Course for CVs and Cover Letters\n September 9\, 2021\n 2:00 pm - 3: 00 pm\n Register through myFuture\n\nSeptember 28\, 2021\n 11:00 am - 12:00 pm\n Register through myFuture\n\nEmpower your job or internship search wit h outstanding applications. We will share tips\, advice and insight to mak e sure your CV and cover letter tell your story and highlight your skills\ , experience and unique value to an employer.\n\nBy attending this course\ , you will be able to:\n\n\n Understand expectations around the format and purpose of CVs and cover letters\n Identify strategies for customizing appl ication materials to specific jobs\n Articulate skills and accomplishments within the CV and cover letter\n\n\n\nNetworking for Introverts and others Who Hate Networking\n\nSeptember 14\, 2021\n 10:00 am - 11:00 am\n Register through myFuture\n\nYou have heard it before\, most people find jobs thro ugh networking & need to tap into the hidden job market. But what if you a re tapped out\, don’t know anyone & dread having to cold call? Designed by and with introverts in mind\, this workshop will explore the many ways to build your network without saying a word. If you have ever wondered how y ou will promote yourself\, keep a conversation going or follow up on one\, this workshop is for you!\n\nThis workshop will identify and explore key components of effective in-person communication throughout the job search process. As a result of attending this workshop\, students will be able to :\n\n\n Approach networking with less anxiety.\n Have ideas on how to reach out to people effectively.\n Be aware of the impact of non-verbal communica tion.\n Understand that most jobs are found through the hidden job market a nd that networking is a win-win situation. \n\n\n\nMeet and Greet your Car eer and Local Wellness Advisors (Open to International Students Only)\n\nS eptember 14\, 2021\n 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm\n Register through myFuture\n\nSeptem ber 24\, 2021\n 11:00 am - 12:00 pm\n Register through myFuture\n\n“Drop in” to our open zoom forum to meet some of your CaPS Career Advisors and your Local Wellness Advisor (LWA).  Our experienced team will give a brief ove rview of our respective services and programming\, and then answer all you r questions. We want to make it easy for you to get the career and health information you need and take the next step in your journey at McGill.\n\n \nCrash Course in LinkedIn Pt 1: Building a Professional Profile and Getti ng Started\n\nSeptember 17\, 2021\n 11:00 am - 12:00 pm\n Register through m yFuture\n\nBoost your job or internship search with a polished LinkedIn pr ofile. We will explain how to create a professional LinkedIn presence\, sh are quick tips on what to post during this challenging time and explore ho w to leverage this platform to build your network.\n\nBy attending this co urse\, you will be able to:\n\n\n Learn tips and tricks to build a impactfu l profile (and mistakes to avoid)\n Discover how to expand your network of key contacts\, build credibility\, and apply LinkedIn intelligence in your job search\n Understand best practices on how to use LinkedIn during COVID -19 The Zoom meeting link will be sent to all registrants in advance of th e course start time. \n\n\n\nManaging Your Time and Energy \n\nSeptember 2 0\, 2021\n 11:30 am - 12:30 am\n Register through myFuture\n\nLooking to sta y motivated and use your time effectively this fall? Then join us for an i nteractive and informative time management workshop focused on ways to sur vive and even thrive.\n\nBy attending this course\, you will:\n\n\n Gain in sight into how you currently manage your time and energy\n Discuss best pra ctices and learn practical time & attention management tips.\n\n\n \n\n\n  \n\nConnecting your Dots: Converting an Academic CV to a Resume \n\nSeptem ber 21\, 2021\n 10:00 am - 11:00 am\n Register through myFuture\n\nYou’re fi nishing your graduate degree and exploring careers beyond the academy – bu t how do you convert your academic cv into something legible and meaningfu l for employers outside higher education? Join us for a workshop sharing s trategies for translating your record of academic achievement into a new d ocument – a resume - designed for non-academic job applications. Open to a ll: This session is designed for graduate students and postdocs\, and open to undergraduates.\n\nLearning objectives:\n\n\n Learn about the differenc es between academic cv’s and non-academic industry resumes\n Identify trans ferrable skills and learn how to articulate them as relevant experience in the context of a non-academic job application\n Feel confident rethinking your career stories and applying for jobs outside academia\n\n\n\nCrash Co urse in Interviewing\n\nSeptember 23\, 2021\n 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm\n Register t hrough myFuture\n\nBoost your confidence before your interview. We will sh are our best interview preparation tips and explore the similarities and d ifferences between interviewing virtually and in person. The 30 minute ses sion will be followed by a brief Q&A.\n\nBy attending this course\, you wi ll be able to:\n\n\n Prepare prior to an interview and know what constitute s post interview etiquette\n Develop strategies for communicating your skil ls and experiences in an interview\n Identify resources for preparing and p racticing\, to help build your confidence \n  \n\n\n\nSame Day Advising App ointment with a CaPS Career Advisor\n\nRegister for a same-day advising ap pointment to get a quick answer to a career-related question or have a spe edy 1-on-1 review of your CV/CL by a CaPS Advisor. Students will join the Zoom call waiting room and be seen on a first-come-first-served basis. Mak e sure you have your documents ready to go!\n\n\n Same day sessions are ava ilable Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday in the morning and afternoon.\n Sess ions last up to 15 minutes.\n There are a limited number of sessions availa ble each day.\n\n\nNote: No personal statements will be reviewed during sa me day advising. You must book a separate appointment for personal stateme nts by emails careers.caps [at] mcgill.ca\n\nFor Undergraduate Students\n \nSeptember 8\, 2021\n 10:30 am - 11:30 am - Register through myFuture (vie wable to register on myFuture on Sept 7)\n 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm - Register thr ough myFuture (viewable to register on myFuture on Sept 7)\n\nSeptember 10 \, 2021\n 9:00 am - 10:00 am - Register through myFuture (viewable to regis ter on myFuture on Sept 9)\n 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm - Register through myFuture (viewable to register on myFuture on Sept 9)\n\nSeptember 15\, 2021\n 10:30 am - 11:30 am - Register through myFuture (viewable to register on myFutu re on Sept 14)\n 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm - Register through myFuture (viewable to register on myFuture on Sept 14)\n\nSeptember 17\, 2021\n 9:00 am - 10:00 am - Register through myFuture (viewable to register on myFuture on Sept 1 6)\n 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm - Register through myFuture (viewable to register on myFuture on Sept 16)\n\nSeptember 22\, 2021\n 10:30 am - 11:30 am - Regist er through myFuture (viewable to register on myFuture on Sept 21)\n 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm - Register through myFuture (viewable to register on myFuture o n Sept 21)\n\nSeptember 24\, 2021\n 9:00 am - 10:00 am - Register through m yFuture (viewable to register on myFuture on Sept 23)\n 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm -  Register through myFuture (viewable to register on myFuture on Sept 23)\n \nSeptember 29\, 2021\n 10:30 am - 11:30 am - Register through myFuture (vi ewable to register on myFuture on Sept 28) \n 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm - Register through myFuture (viewable to register on myFuture on Sept 28)\n\nOctober 1\, 2021\n 9:00 am - 10:00 am - Register through myFuture (viewable to regi ster on myFuture on Sept 30)\n 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm - Register through myFutur e (viewable to register on myFuture on Sept 30)\n\n \n\nFor Graduate Stude nts\n\nSeptember 13\, 2021\n 10:00 am - 11:00 am - Register through myFutur e (viewable to register on myFuture on Sept 12)\n 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm - Regis ter through myFuture (viewable to register on myFuture on Sept 12)\n\nSept ember 20\, 2021\n 10:00 am - 11:00 am - Register through myFuture (viewable to register on myFuture on Sept 19)\n 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm - Register through myFuture (viewable to register on myFuture on Sept 19)\n\nSeptember 27\, 2021\n 10:00 am - 11:00 am - Register through myFuture (viewable to registe r on myFuture on Sept 26) \n 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm - Register through myFuture (viewable to register on myFuture on Sept 26)\n  \n\n\nThe Zoom meeting lin k will be sent to all registrants in advance of the course start time. All confirmed attendees will receive a copy of the slides directly following the course. Please note that these sessions may be recorded. To qualify fo r CCR recognition\, you must register for and sign into the online zoom ev ent using your 51Թemail address.\n\n\nCaPS October Online Job Search E vent\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210901 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210930 SUMMARY:CaPS September Online Job Search Event URL:/caps/channels/event/caps-september-online-job-sea rch-event-332443 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR