Complete 4 activities and get the Career Development certificate.

NAVIGATING THE STARTUP INDUSTRY

Offered in collaboration with District 3, Concordia's Innovation Centre

Thursday, October 24, 5 to 7 p.m., District 3 Innovation Centre (FB-600), Faubourg Tower, 6th Floor

Are you interested in entrepreneurship? Do you see yourself as an entrepreneur, have ideas but do not know where to start? Would you like to intern or work at a startup? Join us for a dynamic panel and networking event in collaboration with Concordia’s District 3. Come and hear from young and seasoned entrepreneurs who will share their journey along with the risks and the rewards of embarking in the startup industry. You will learn how you can start to build the skills and mindset needed to be a successful entrepreneur.

This panel will be moderated by Concordia’s Entrepreneur-in-residence, Charles Bierbrier. The panel will be followed by a networking event with the District 3 community.

IKIGAI: DISCOVER YOUR PASSION

Offered in collaboration with Career & Planning Services

Monday, November 18, 4 to 7 p.m., Student Success Centre Workshop Room

What will you do after you graduate from University?
How can you get involved in projects that will make you come alive?
How can you prepare yourself to live a meaningful life?

These are all questions that you will have a chance to explore during the IKIGAI workshop. IKIGAI stems from Japanese philosophy and best translates to “reason for being.” It is about combining what you love doing (interests), what you have to contribute to the world (strengths) and the causes you care the most about.

Inspired by the philosophy, the Changemaker Residency team in collaboration with INBO, has created a creative process that enables you to apply the Ikigai concept to your life. It invites you to brainstorm ideas for meaningful world-changing projects. The workshop will help you discover possibilities you had never before envisioned.

The approach:

• Dynamic
• Student centered
• Fun!

Instructors: Clément Moliner-Roy, Founder and director, Changemaker Residency, Jess Malz, Founder at Inbo, Raphaël Brunier, Facilitator

FREELANCING 101: INTRO TO SALES & CONTRACTING

Wednesday, November 20, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Room H-771, Henry F. Hall Building, Sir George Williams Campus

Are you thinking about becoming a freelancer? If you’re planning to run your own business or otherwise seeking to generate freelance contracts, regardless of your field, you will need to develop a client base. Contracting is your chance to make a first impression, determine the value of your services, and generate future business; it also sets a precedent, so can be high pressure!

In this dynamic and interactive workshop we will learn concrete tips and tricks from the field, explore various approaches and attitudes, and most importantly have a chance to practice together and lean into our growing edges around sales and contracting through experiential exercises.  Sarah has 10+ years of independent consulting, as well as a wide network of colleagues.

Instructor: Sarah Leila Manolson, M.A.

Choose activities from the list below or browse other CAPS activities for your FutureReady certificate.

EXPLORE NETWORKING EVENTS THROUGH CAREER AND PLANNING SERVICES (CAPS)

CAPS organizes dynamic networking events for students in all disciplines. Attend one and use it to complete your FutureReady Career Development core skill module. Make sure to fill our FutureReady reflection sheet to make it count for your certificate!

EXPLORE JOB SEARCH WORKSHOPS THROUGH CAREER AND PLANNING SERVICES (CAPS)

CAPS offers multiple workshops in the areas of career development and exploration. Attend one and use it to complete your FutureReady Career Development core skill module. Make sure to fill our FutureReady reflection sheet to make it count for your certificate!

LINKEDIN FOR BEGINNERS

Wednesday, September 11, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Room H-769, Henry F. Hall Building, Sir George Williams Campus

Do I need a LinkedIn account? This is a question many students find themselves asking. The answer is YES! Learn some valuable tips on how to get started, LinkedIn etiquette and how to get yourself noticed by recruiters.

Instructor: Julia Stein

CAREER PLANNING 101

Monday, October 7, 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Room H-769, Henry F. Hall Building, Sir George Williams Campus

Come to this workshop to learn how to plan your future and to experience hands-on strategies to help you figure out the best path for you. Topics covered include: self-assessment, occupational research, goal setting, decision making and how to gain relevant experience. 

Instructor: Meghan Atherton

CAREER PLANNING 101 FOR ATHLETES*

LOYOLA CAMPUS

Wednesday, October 9, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., room TBD, Perform Centre, Loyola Campus

Come to this workshop to learn how to plan your future and to experience hands on strategies to help you figure out the best path for you.  Topics covered include: self assessment, occupational research, goal setting, decision making and how to gain relevant experience. 

Instructor: Meghan Atherton

MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR BA

Wednesday, October 16, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., Room AD-103, Loyola Campus

Discover how you can make to the most of your arts degree to help prepare you for the job market. Learn about what you have to offer, types of jobs available, the skills employers look for, and resources available to help you get your dream job.

Instructor: Meghan Atherton

STRATEGIC VOLUNTEERING WORKSHOP

Tuesday, October 29, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., Room H-769, Henry F. Hall Building, Sir George Williams Campus

Volunteering can help you gain relevant work experience, develop critical career skills and build a network that will assist you in your job search. Crucial to doing this successfully is the reflection and planning involved in selecting the right volunteer opportunity for you. In this workshop you will think about your strategic objectives, learn to select the best opportunity or create your own project and learn tips to present your volunteer experience in your job search.

Instructors: Katie Broad and Julia Stein

MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR BSC - DATE CHANGE

Tuesday, November 12, 10:00am to 12:00 p.m., Room H-769, Henry F. Hall Building, Sir George Williams Campus

Discover how you can make to the most of your science degree to help prepare you for the job market. Learn about what you have to offer, types of jobs available, the skills employers look for, and resources available to help you get your dream job.

Instructor: Meghan Atherton

NETWORKING WHEN YOU HATE TO NETWORK

Wednesday, November 6, 10:00 to 11:40 a.m., Room H-771, Henry F. Hall Building, Sir George Williams Campus

Does the thought of networking make you cringe?  Find other ways to network in your terms and build more meaningful connections to help you with your job search.

Instructor: Kristel Kabigting

JOB SEARCH TOOL KIT FOR ATHLETES*

Wednesday, November 13, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., room TBD, Perform Centre, Loyola Campus

Learn how to write a compelling resume and cover letter, two of the most important marketing documents you need to land a job and get a glimpse of the power of LinkedIn.

Instructor: Kristel Kabigting

MARKET YOUR SKILLS (soft/technical): GET THE CAREER YOU WANT WITH YOUR B.A. IN SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES

Tuesday, November 19, 2 to 4 p.m., Room H-771, Henry F. Hall Building, Sir George Williams Campus

Think you can't get a real job with a degree in social sciences and humanities? Think again. Learn how to define your professional identity and how to market your soft and technical skills to get the career you want.

Instructor: Barbara Tremblay