Employment Services Workshop Schedule

About Centennial
Established as Toronto's first public college in 1966, Centennial College offers programs in business, communications, community and health studies, science and engineering technology, general arts, hospitality and transportation.
 

For alumni/graduates and the general public only. Current Centennial College students, please contact Employment Resources for services available on your campus at:

Phone: 416-289-5000 ext. 2241
Email:
employmentresources@centennialcollege.ca
Website: www.centennialcollege.ca/employment


These workshops are located at 1450 Midland Ave., Suite 300, Scarborough, Ontario, M1P 4Z8
(North-West corner of Midland Ave. and Lawrence Ave., on the third floor).

You are required to register ahead of time by calling 416-289-5000, ext. 7540.

Live Resumé Clinic

By appointment. Limited spots, so sign up early!

Speed up your job search with effective, targeted, accomplishment-based resumés and cover letters!

  • Get one-to-one feedback on making your resumé and cover letter more effective
  • Discover how to target your resumé and cover letter to the field, position and company for the best results
  • Optional: Bring a job ad or company information, and see if your resumé and cover letter are a match

If you would like feedback on an existing resumé/cover letter, bring a hard and soft copy (or print a copy here)

Dates:
April 4, 2013 - 2:00PM - 5:00PM
April 9, 2013 -  2:00PM - 5:00PM
April 11, 2013 - 2:00PM - 5:00PM
April 16, 2013 - 2:00PM - 5:00PM
April 18, 2013 - 2:00PM - 5:00PM
April 23, 2013 - 2:00PM - 5:00PM
April 25, 2013 - 2:00PM - 5:00PM
April 30, 2013 - 2:00PM - 5:00PM

Mock Interviews

Limited spots, so sign up early!

Strong interview performance will enable you to make a positive impression and get job offers!

  • Get videotaped answering common, difficult and behavioural questions, and receive detailed feedback

Optional: - Dress for success, and get feedback on your appearance
- Practice in advance: Ask for the workshop package with interview questions
- Bring a flash drive to save your mock interview film clip for yourself

Dates:
April 10, 2013 - 10:00AM - 1:00PM
April 15, 2013 - 10:00AM - 1:00PM
April 24, 2013 - 10:00AM - 1:00PM

Access the 80-90% of Hidden Jobs

Master effective strategies to access the hidden job market and get a job sooner!

  • Learn a variety of proven techniques to access hidden jobs, and stand out from the competition!

Dates:
April 8, 2013 - 10:00AM - 12:00 noon

Discover the Right Career!

Explore your career options and discover careers which would be a strong fit for you!

  • Conduct one or more career assessments to identify careers matching your interests and personality
  • Research information to assist in making a sound career decision: job duties, salary, future prospects, etc.

Explore Employment Services

Learn about the variety of services offered by Employment Ontario (EO) to help you succeed!

  • Find out about services and resources offered at Centennial College Employment Services including workshops, one-to-one employment coaching, and job placement services
  • Explore EO programs: Apprenticeship, Second Career, academic upgrading, Ontario Self-Employment Benefits (OSEB), and more!

Second Career: Laid off or received EI after January 1, 2005? You may qualify for government-sponsored training!

  • Learn all about Second Career – eligibility criteria, application process and more
  • Get assessed to find out if you qualify to be retrained in a career with good prospects

Dates:
April 5, 2013 - 1:00PM - 3:00PM
April 12, 2013 - 1:00PM - 3:00PM
April 19, 2013 - 1:00PM - 3:00PM
April 26, 2013 - 1:00PM - 3:00PM

Resumé & Cover Letter Workshop

Speed up your job search with effective, targeted, accomplishment-based resumés and cover letters!

  • Learn about “keywords,” converting duties into accomplishments, overcoming resumé barriers, and more!
  • Discover how to create personalized cover letters, persuading employers that you are the best candidate!

Information only. For one-to-one resumé or cover letter feedback, sign up for a Live Resumé Clinic

Surfing for Success! (Electronic Job Search)

Maximize the Internet to access advertised as well as unadvertised jobs for increased success!

  • Use job search websites by browsing, searching, posting your resumé, creating a profile and job alert
  • Access the hidden job market by identifying and researching companies
  • Create an email account, apply for jobs online and through email in a professional manner

Personality Dimensions Workshop

Learn more about yourself and others, and maximize your success in all aspects of life!

  • Interact with others while discovering your unique strengths, and find out which colour you are!
  • Get the keys to understanding others better, resulting in improved interactions and life/career success