Wondering about Career Options?
Consider self-employment
If you are interested in exploring entrepreneurship as a career option and have an idea for business there are a variety of resources that can help you determine whether self-employment is for you, and to support you if you decide to start your own business.
Understand the career decision making process
Understanding how career decision making works can take some of the stress out of the process. The Career Centre has developed a career decision making model to illustrate the different parts of the career exploration process and how they fit together.
Conduct Occupational Research
Here are a variety of resources that can help you find information about industries, companies, occupations, and specific positions. You can't figure out what might be a good fit for you if you don't know what's out there!
Network/connect with people in the field
Connecting with others is one of the most important aspects of your career development for researching potential careers, networking with people in fields you’re interested in, seeking out or creating career opportunities, and looking for a job.
Find a volunteer placement that meets your needs
Take some time to reflect on your passions, interests, and experiences to determine what sort of volunteer work aligns with who you are. To find a volunteer position that meets your needs, identify your goals and aspirations prior to starting your search.
What can I do with my degree?
Your area of study doesn't determine what you will do after graduation. Your degree is just one of the many important assets you bring to your future career. Explore career paths related to your program of study to give you ideas about your career that you may not have considered otherwise.
Read about the importance of self in career exploration
Many students think their degree determines what they'll do after graduation, but your degree is just one of many things to take into consideration when deciding on a career path. The most important factor in choosing a career that's right for you is...YOU!
Complete a Career Test or Self-Assessment
While there is no tool that can determine your perfect career, there are many career assessments that can provide starting points for further research based on individual personality type.
Participate in a co-op or internship
Co-op placements and internships—whether paid or unpaid—are excellent ways to connect with industry professionals, explore career options, and gain valuable work experience. Check with your faculty or the YU Experience Hub for available programs.
Need to build skills and experience?
Identify and reflect on your experiential education or on-campus experiences
Benefits of identifying and reflecting on your experiences...
Benefits of volunteering
Volunteering is a great way to gain work experience, make connections, and develop skills. Here’s why it’s valuable...
Leverage your part-time or summer job
Identify your goals and aspirations, keeping in mind that they may evolve over time. Consider what you want from your job...
Describe your experiences in a way that resonates with employers
Throughout your time at York, you're developing a wide variety of skills, gaining experience and celebrating accomplishments—all of which are transferable to the workplace and are valued by employers! Take the time to clearly identify all the things you have to offer an employer and learn how to describe them so an employer can visualize you successfully performing the role you want.
Participate in Becoming YU
Becoming YU provides students with a framework to set meaningful goals, identify the skills they want to develop to achieve those goals and provide them with tools to reflect on and track their progress.
Find a volunteer placement that meets your needs
Take some time to reflect on your passions, interests, and experiences to determine what sort of volunteer work aligns with who you are. To find a volunteer position that meets your needs, identify your goals and aspirations prior to starting your search.
Join a team or a club and/or Become a student leader
You never know who you'll meet while participating in a club or on a team. It doesn't have to be a career-related club either. Any club you're interested in can provide opportunities to connect with others.
Get valuable work experience
Volunteering is a great way to gain professional experience that can help you land your next job!
Participate in a co-op or internship
Co-op placements and internships—whether paid or unpaid—are excellent ways to connect with industry professionals, explore career options, and gain valuable work experience. Check with your faculty or the YU Experience Hub for available programs.
Use online skill development and career building tools
Learn about a variety of skill development and career building tools available for you...
Thinking about Grad School?
Determine your educational needs and wants
Perhaps the career you're interested in requires a graduate education or a post-degree program or maybe you've determined that a post-degree diploma or certificate would make you a more desirable candidate in your chosen occupation.
Research educational options
If you've determined that the occupation you're interested in requires post- graduate study—or that you would increase your odds of success in your chosen career with some education beyond the Bachelor's level—begin to research the different programs available and the institutions that offer them.
Resumé or CV – what’s the difference?
The differences between a CV and a resumé aren’t carved in stone. In fact, in Canada and the United States, the terms are often used interchangeably. Generally speaking though, if what you are trying to foreground is your knowledge of a field, you want to lean more towards a CV. If you want to highlight your relevant skills and experience for a position – then a resumé would be a better choice.
Talk to representatives from different schools and programs
You can set up appointments to do this or attend one of the information sessions that many programs offer prior to the application date.
Looking for a job?
Connect with employers in person
Whether you're seeking full-time, part-time, summer, or internship positions, meeting employers face-to-face can uncover valuable opportunities. Here’s how to make the most of these interactions...
Create a professional LinkedIn profile
Using LinkedIn effectively can significantly enhance your job search by helping you build a strong professional network, showcase your skills, and attract potential employers. To help you with this, the Career Centre offers a variety of resources designed to guide you through every aspect of optimizing your LinkedIn presence.
Connect with employers online
Whether you're looking for a full-time job, part-time work, or an internship, managing your online presence is crucial in today’s job market. Many employers check social media profiles, so here’s how to ensure you make a positive impression online...
Participate in a co-op or internship
Co-op placements and internships—whether paid or unpaid—are excellent ways to connect with industry professionals, explore career options, and gain valuable work experience. Check with your faculty or the YU Experience Hub for available programs.
Understand dining etiquette for interviews involving food
Navigating a dining interview can be challenging, but mastering dining etiquette can set you apart as a polished and professional candidate. Here’s a concise guide to help you make a positive impression during interviews involving food...
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