Your journey from school to the workplace starts here. Our workshops include fundamental learning topics to help you improve your professional profile. Choose the workshop that best fits your needs and get ready to meet potential employers during networking events. Our workshops are now available virtually and in-person. Check our Events Calendar to register for the next workshop.
In Person and/or Virtual Live (MS Teams) Workshops
Resume
Want to get your resume noticed and make it to the interview stage? This workshop will walk you through how to build a customized resume for your targeted profession and tailor it for specific job postings. The workshop will help you understand what makes a visually appealing format and how to develop attention-grabbing content.
Interview
Job interviews can be exciting but also nerve-wracking. This workshop explains how to make the interviewing process less stressful. It will provide you with strategies on how to best answer common interview questions, as well as show you that an interview really is a two-way street.
Job Search Strategies
A successful job search uses multiple strategies. This workshop introduces you to the hidden job market and effective networking strategies. Be prepared to practice communication skills.
Cover letter
Unsure about what to write in your cover letter? This workshop will clear your confusion and help you know what to focus on in your cover letter. The workshop will give you step by step cover letter writing guidelines, along with strategies to develop an evidence-based letter that will add value to your application.
Resume/CL Combined
Want to get your resume noticed, write a compelling cover letter, and make it to the interview stage? This combined workshop will walk you through how to build a customized resume for your targeted profession, as well as clear your confusion on what to focus on in your cover letter. The workshop will help you understand what makes a visually appealing format and how to develop attention-grabbing content.
E-learning Workshops (Self-paced)
LinkedIn
Wondering what LinkedIn is all about? Created a LinkedIn account but not quite sure how to use it?
This online workshop is designed to help you enhance your LinkedIn profile network and accelerate your job search. This workshop features 15 mini lessons complete with step-by-step LinkedIn guidelines and tutorial videos. Whether you are completely new to LinkedIn or looking to improve your LinkedIn presence for your job search, this workshop will help you become more confident tapping into the power of LinkedIn.
Wondering what LinkedIn is all about? Created a LinkedIn account but not quite sure how to use it?
This online workshop is designed to help you enhance your LinkedIn profile network and accelerate your job search. This workshop features 15 mini lessons complete with step-by-step LinkedIn guidelines and tutorial videos. Whether you are completely new to LinkedIn or looking to improve your LinkedIn presence for your job search, this workshop will help you become more confident tapping into the power of LinkedIn.
Career Exploration and Planning
Are you feeling stuck and not sure what jobs to pursue after graduation? Do you need more clarity in deciding which career options are a good fit for you?
Whether you are just starting to plan for your future, wanting to change jobs or looking to advance your career, this workshop guides you through each step of career exploration and planning. This online 4-week workshop is interactive featuring 5 lessons complete with step-by-step guidelines and worksheet activities. Throughout the workshop you have access to the expertise of BCITSA Career Specialists to support your learning along the way. This workshop is for any BCIT student or alumni wanting to explore their career options and develop clearer career goals and action plans through a more flexible online environment.
Resume
Want to get your resume noticed and make it to the interview stage? This online workshop will take you through the step-by-step guidelines on how to build a customized resume for your targeted profession and tailor it for specific job postings. The workshop will help you understand what makes a visually appealing format and how to develop attention-grabbing content. This online 2-week workshop can take anywhere from 2-5 hours per week to complete – you can work at your own pace. Throughout the workshop you have access to one of BCITSA Career Specialists who will provide support in the resume writing process and provide you with feedback.
Cover Letter
Confused about what to write in your cover letter? This workshop will clear your confusion and help you know what to focus on in your cover letter.
This workshop will give you step by step cover letter writing guidelines, along with strategies to develop an evidence-based letter that will add value to your application. This online 1-week workshop can take anywhere from 1-3 hours per week to complete – you can go at your own pace. Throughout the workshop you have access to the expertise of BCITSA Career Specialists. They will support your cover letter writing process and provide you with feedback.
CPA Recruit 101
Are you pursuing a career as a CPA but not quite sure how to navigate CPA recruit? Join this self-paced and interactive session to equip yourself with the skills and knowledge you need to differentiate yourself from others. This online workshop will help you gain confidence in your resume, cover letter, networking, and interviewing. You will also have an exclusive opportunity to learn from a recent BCIT alumni student’s success story. His tips and first-hand insights will give you a competitive edge.
Connect and Engage with Employers
BCITSA Career Services helps BCIT students & alumni connect with employers. We provide a variety of opportunities for employer/industry connections through diverse events throughout the year. Connect and engage with your target employers through career fairs, information sessions, mock interviews, Industry panel and other events. Check our Events Calendar to register for specific events