Face-to-face time with employers can be extremely helpful when you’re looking for a job. It gives you an opportunity to show them how you stand out, which is a lot harder to communicate through a resume, especially since hundreds of other people are applying. BCITSA’s Career Fair gave me an opportunity to talk to Ensemble…
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Question: What skills do employers value most? Answer: The short answer is that employers value the combination of skills that will best meet the requirements of their job. The job posting will typically include a mix of what we refer to as ‘hard’ or technical skills and ‘soft’ skills. Let’s take a closer look at…
DetailsCareer Specialist Spotlight Learn more about BCITSA Career Specialist Amy Smith, featured in this month’s Career Specialist Spotlight. Tell us about yourself and your role at BCITSA Career Services? As a Career Specialist, my focus is on Computing students. So I support students from Computing programs and work to connect them with employers in the…
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Question: I have some work experience, which experience should I include in my resume? Answer: So glad you asked this question! It’s a common one for job seekers looking to update their resumes and get their applications out. Of course, it will vary for each individual but basically, employers want to get a sense of…
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Question: I’ve registered for the upcoming Career Fair and am unsure how the 1:1 chats will go – help! Answer: If you haven’t been to a Career Fair, let alone a virtual one, it can be hard to imagine how those conversations will unfold. When these events were held in-person and on campus, there was…
DetailsMeet Larry Jung! I’ve been working in the career development profession since 2006. Over the years, I’ve considered myself fortunate to receive the trust of countless university students, alumni, and working professionals from virtually all industries. As a BCIT Marketing grad with many years of local work experience, I have diverse knowledge in many areas…
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Question: I haven’t heard back from my interview. What should I do? Answer: Most of us breathe a sigh of relief when an interview wraps up. We typically reflect on how it went – and then the waiting game begins. This can be more nerve-wracking than the interview itself! Here’s some tips on interview follow-up – and…
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Question: When should I get my job search started? Answer: Great question and the short answer is now! Whether you’re in your first term or you can see light at the end of the graduation tunnel, we recommend getting prepared for your job search and career transition sooner rather than later. Let’s take a look at some…
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Question: I have an in-person interview. What should I be prepared for in these COVID-19 times? Answer: Preparation is the key to successful interviews and thinking ahead about what’s changed because of the pandemic is a smart move! Here are some tips to help you navigate the return of the in-person interview. Preparation and practice remain the…
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For some, summer ushers in a well-earned break. For others there is finally spare time to tackle some extra-curricular goals. Students have been programmed to think that a summer internship is the only meaningful way to stay career–focused over the summer. The few skilled summer jobs out there are hotly competed for by thousands of students, so it can be discouraging. Employers who don’t…
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