Career Exploration Group Activities
Personality and Career Choice Webinar
Are you wondering how your personality type may influence your career choices? This webinar will provide you with an introduction to the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), one of the most widely used assessment tools, and you will discover how learning about your personality type can help guide you with your career decision making.
Offered as a webinar (online).
Register in the 'events & workshops' section after logging in to Experience York (you will be able to sign in using your Passport York).
What Can I Do With My Degree?
Are you wondering how your degree may relate to your career direction? This workshop/webinar provides an introductory overview of career exploration. You will learn how the skills you are developing in your degree and the experiences you are gaining help build a foundation for your future. You will also be able to identify resources for exploring possible career options.
Offered as both a workshop (group) and webinar (online).
Register in the 'events & workshops' section after logging in to Experience York (you will be able to sign in using your Passport York).
Who Am I? Self Assessment Game
This fun and interactive board game will get you started exploring your personality, interests, skills, accomplishments, desires and curiosities. You’ll develop your own personal profile as you gain insights into the most important aspect of career decision making: YOU!
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the interactive nature of this workshop we request that students arrive on time. The doors to the workshop will be closed 10 minutes after the start of the workshop and latecomers will be asked to register for the next available session.(THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO WEBINARS)
Register in the 'events & workshops' section after logging in to Experience York (you will be able to sign in using your Passport York).
Dialogue on Disability Disclosure in the Workplace for Students with Disabilities ONLY
Offered in partnership with Student Accessibility Services for students with disabilities only
Do you have questions regarding whether or not you should disclose your disability to an employer? If you decide to disclose your disability, do you wonder when and how you should do it? In this workshop/webinar you will get tips and suggestions regarding timing and method(s) of disclosure and have the opportunity to discuss your questions and concerns regarding disclosure at the workplace.
Register in the 'events & workshops' section after logging in to Experience York (you will be able to sign in using your Passport York).
Job Search Group Activities
How to Effectively Use LinkedIn
Wondering how using LinkedIn effectively can enhance your job search? Curious about how to leverage LinkedIn’s features to build your professional network? Attend this webinar and find out!
Register in the 'events & workshops' section after logging in to Experience York (you will be able to sign in using your Passport York).
Interview Preparation
Approach your next interview or networking event with increased confidence. Learn how you can influence the first impression you make and show your best self while answering employers’ questions.
Register in the 'events & workshops' section after logging in to Experience York (you will be able to sign in using your Passport York).
Job Search and Networking Strategies
Want to be more effective in getting the job you want? Find out how to uncover and create career opportunities by learning how employers fill job openings. Learn how to uncover hidden opportunities and build relationships that maximize your job search efforts.
Register in the 'events & workshops' section after logging in to Experience York (you will be able to sign in using your Passport York).
On the Job Success
Learn how to create great first impressions and what to expect the first few days on the job, how to increase your chances of workplace success, how to communicate assertively and handle difficult situations effectively.
Register in the 'events & workshops' section after logging in to Experience York (you will be able to sign in using your Passport York).
Resumé & Cover Letter Writing
Find out how to effectively target your resumé and cover letter. Present your experiences, education and skills in a way that showcases your assets and piques employers’ interest in you!
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the volume of information covered in this workshop we request that students arrive on time. The doors to the workshop will be closed 10 minutes after the start of the workshop and latecomers will be asked to register for the next available session.(THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO WEBINARS)
Register in the 'events & workshops' section after logging in to Experience York (you will be able to sign in using your Passport York).
You've Got Skills and Self-Reflection
Not sure exactly what you have to offer an employer? You likely have more than you think! This workshop will help you identify and articulate your skills and accomplishments so you have great material for writing your resumé, and for talking about yourself during networking activities and interviews.
Register in the 'events & workshops' section after logging in to Experience York (you will be able to sign in using your Passport York).
