What kind of career events does the Career Studio and Centre for Experiential Learning facilitate?
Approx. 1 hour
Reoccurring monthly
"Co-Curricular Talks” are modelled after the Pecha Kucha style presentation with the focus on bringing together shared experiences both personal and professional. Co-Curricular Talks, similar to a Pecha Kucha depicts the notion of concise storytelling, but rather than the traditional 20 slides in 20 minutes style, presenters are challenged to cover 15 slides in a 5-6 minutes presentation.
The Career Studio supports CCR Talks through event sponsorship by facilitating connections between SLC leaders, alumni, and employers.
For alumni looking to present, or employers looking to connect with CCR Talk participants, please contact CCR@viu.ca
Approx. 1 hr
Reoccurring monthly
The Student Leadership Circle (SLC) aims to build and host professional development workshops for all VIU student leaders. SLC is dedicated to leadership development and the cultivation of collaboration between student leaders on campus. Each workshop is designed to target at least one relevant skill and/or VIU Graduate Attribute. The SLC provides an opportunity to equip students with tools that can be applied to their personal and professional lives.
The Career Studio supports SLC workshops through event sponsorships, and by facilitating connections between SLC organizers and employers interested in delivering a workshop. To inquire about more SLC workshop specifics, email SLC@viu.ca
Approx. 3 hrs
November 22 - 24, 2022
Following the format of a traditional hiring fair, these networking fairs will connect students of various degree types with employers and alumni in their industry, and allow them to learn more about various local organizations and the career paths available to them.
- Tuesday, November 22nd (2pm-5pm) - CareerConnect: What to do with your BBA
- Wednesday, November 23rd (2pm-5pm) - CareerConnect: What to do with your BSc
- Thursday, November 24th (2pm-5pm) - CareerConnect: What to do with your BA
If you are interested in registering for a booth, please email careerstudio@viu.ca
Approx. 1.5 hrs
September 21, 2022
Labour Market Roundtables (LMRT) are a long-running event at VIU where students from engineering, computer science, and ITAS programs sit down with employers and ask them questions in a roundtable format. Students will move from table to table and learn what its like to work in the industry prior to graduation.
Employer seats at the roundtable events are limited and past participants are often emailed during Summer months to confirm their availability. If you are interested in participating in the LMRT events though and connecting with the students mentioned above, please email CEL@viu.ca