Graduate Students
Workshops for Graduate Students
Listed below are the workshops for Graduate Students to be held during the Spring 2012 semester. All workshops will be held on the 4th floor of the University Centre in the Centre for Career Development, UC4002. If you have any questions or if you are unable to attend the workshops and are interested in obtaining further information, please email Jennifer White, Career Development Coordinator (Graduate Studies), jwhite@mun.ca.
Please see the workshop schedule for the Spring 2012 Semester on the School of Graduate Studies homepage (www.mun.ca/sgs).
- Creating a Curriculum Vitae (C.V.)
- Resumes and Cover Letters for the Graduate Student
- The Academic Job Search for the Graduate Student
- The Non-Academic Job Search for the Graduate Student
- Interview Skills for the Graduate Student
- Creating a Professional Portfolio
Creating a Curriculum Vitae (C.V.)
The creation of a CV differs from that of a résumé. It is geared towards graduate students looking for employment in the world of academia but also can be useful for other employment opportunities (such as consulting and research). This workshop identifies the critical components of a CV and offers tips on presentation and style.
Curriculum Vitae Writing Guide
Resumes and Cover Letters for the Graduate Student
A professional résumé and cover letter are critical to securing an interview in today's competitive job market. Learn how to market your skills and experience effectively on paper so you stand out above the rest. This workshop covers the essentials of résumé construction and offers guidelines to writing cover letters that effectively sell your skills.
The Academic Job Search for the Graduate Student
The purpose of the workshop is to identify effective strategies for completing an academic job search, review what should be included in an application package and to identify where to look for academic positions. The process involved once you have been contacted by the institution to which you have applied will also be discussed.
Canadian Academic Job Search Site: University Affairs
American Academic Job Search Site: The Chronicle of Higher Learning
The Non-Academic Job Search for the Graduate Student
Looking for a job can be a daunting experience. This workshop will provide strategies to help you get started. Topics covered include self-evaluation, how to conduct a job market search, the hidden job market, how to research employers and an introduction to job search tools.
Interview Skills for the Graduate Student
Are you looking to brush up on your interview skills? This workshop offers tips on professional interview etiquette to ensure you make a positive impression with employers and ultimately land that job!
Interview Questions and Interview Tips
Creating a Professional Portfolio
Portfolios are required in many situations. What do you include? This workshop identifies the key components of a portfolio and will give you tips on how to present your skills and credentials in a way that will get you noticed.
