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In partnership with the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (GPS), the Career Centre co-hosts monthly virtual discussions on a variety of career-related topics, to help graduate students and postdoctoral fellows take action toward their future. This is an opportunity for you to have your career questions answered and hear about the experiences and journeys of your peers.

One hour PD credit is available for graduate students who complete a Google form post-event. Please confirm with your department/faculty that they will accept this session towards the PD requirement.

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FALL 2025 - SUMMER 2026 ONLINE DISCUSSION SERIES

Proactive Career Search Strategies

Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025 — 12-1 pm

How do you know if a particular job/career option is the right path for you? Perhaps an information interview can help you decide. Join this session to learn more about how networking can help you understand your career options, especially as you complete your IDP. 

CV or Resume? What Do I Need?

Wednesday, Oct.15, 2025 — 12-1 pm

Career choices for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows often include or bridge both academic and non-academic realms. This can lead to confusion on whether to create both documents. Come learn how they differ and when to use each one.

What Do Employers Want?

Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025 — 12-1 pm

The future of work has changed in response to the pandemic. Come join us for a conversation about what employers are looking for from their employees and what changes have taken place in their workplace.

Reframing Career Beliefs and Debunking Career Myths

Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026 — 12-1 pm

If I leave my new position after a few months, will new employers hesitate to hire me? Do I need to have all the requirements for a job posting, in order to apply? These are just two of the myths that we will discuss, so join us for the real facts.

Developing Your Interpersonal Skills, Identifying Your Transferable Skills

Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026 — 12-1 pm

One of the most difficult tasks is evaluating your interpersonal and transferable skills. Just as you need to size this up for your IDP, you will also need to do this for your resume, cover letters, and job interviews. Join us for a discussion on ways to build and recognize your skills.

Stepping Up Your Social Media as a Career Strategy

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 — 12-1 pm

Although some people are hesitant to post on social media, when it comes to getting a job or launching your career, having a social media presence can be a real bonus. Join us for a session on how to use different social media platforms to build your brand.

Yes, You Should Apply!

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 — 12-1 pm

For people who have spent most of their lives in an academic environment, job advertisements often seem to be written in an unknown language. Do you qualify? How do you know if you should even apply? We will uncover some ways you can better align your resume to fit the job description and boost your confidence.

Interview Skills

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 — 12-1 pm

For most people, participating in job interviews is not a common activity. Preparing for them can feel like a daunting task. What are employers expecting? What will they ask? What can you do to prepare for your next interview? We will share some tips to help you ace your next interview.

Negotiation Jitters

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 — 12-1 pm

You’re getting ready for your job interview and have questions about things like start dates and wages. What types of things can you negotiate? Who starts this process? Can you negotiate once you have the job? Let’s test your negotiation skills!

Wednesday, Navigating the workplace

July 8, 2026 — 12-1 pm

Every transition in your life requires you to adapt to new expectations — leaving behind your graduate program or postdoctoral studies to move into a new career role is no exception. We’ll discuss strategies to help you successfully navigate different workplaces.