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This workshop, tailored to job applicants with a Master's degree in Engineering, offers a hands-on, discipline-focused approach to career development. Attendees will gain practical, actionable strategies for identifying and securing job opportunities across various engineering specializations. Through personalized activities, networking practice, employer insights, and resume/interview tips, students will enrich their skills to confidently navigate the local and national job market, enhance their professional branding, and build networks that directly support their career goals.

Participants will: 

• Develop effective job search skills and learn multiple methods for finding work in their specific engineering discipline
• Engage with professional networks, career resources, and engineering alumni tips for mentorship and opportunities
• Receive discipline-specific guidance, interview and resume tips and an individual action plan for career success

Presenter Bio: Marie Gervais, PhD. CEO Shift Management Inc. APEGA Benefits Partner

Marie Gervais (PhD., MED, CTDP) holds a Doctorate in Culture and Learning in the Workplace, is an ICF ACC Coach, and a Certified Emotional Success Coach. She specializes in helping clients with their career changes including understanding the social, cultural and political dynamics of the workplace and moving past emotional obstacles to success. She has partnered with APEGA as a benefit provider for training and coaching over the past three years, and many of her clients are engineers and geologists. With a strong background in intercultural competency in the workplace, supported by her education and professional experience, Dr. Gervais is a sought-after speaker. She has helped numerous professionals advance their careers and has assisted over 200 immigrants to Canada in starting their own businesses and building diverse teams. She has created multiple resources for employers and employees to work more effectively with a multicultural workforce, and is the author of the book "The Spirit of Work: Timeless Wisdom, Current Realities".

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Join Elaine Choa from APEGA's People Experience Team as she discusses what potential employers look for in a candidate during an interview. In this insightful session, Elaine will cover key attributes and skills that make a candidate stand out. Gain valuable insights and tips on presenting yourself as the ideal candidate in your next interview!

Presenter Bio: 

Elaine Choa is a dedicated professional for career success and a seasoned interviewer. With over 15 years of experience in Human Resources, she has spent countless hours on both sides of the interview table giving a unique perspective on what it takes to stand out in a competitive, technical setting. Elaine’s insights are designed to empower students looking to pursue engineering and geosciences with practical skills and confidence to have the best experience in their interviews. When not focused on talent acquisition, she partners with leaders at APEGA (Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta) to build a positive work culture and drive organizational change.  

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LinkedIn has emerged as an invaluable platform for professionals across diverse industries. It is more than just a networking site; it's a powerful tool for personal branding, career advancement, and industry networking. No matter what stage you are at in your professional journey, leveraging LinkedIn effectively can significantly impact your career prospects.

Join us as Hayley York discusses ways to make LinkedIn work for you.

Presenter Bio: Hayley York

Hayley York is the Founder and Career Development Specialist of Illumination Career Development, she coaches working professionals, executives, students, and job seekers alike. She is known for offering a balanced blend of pushing clients to be their best and being the compassionate confidante her clients need her to be. Her goal is to help build clients’ confidence, and to ensure each client has a set of career development tools that will empower them achieve their career goals.

Before becoming a Career Coach, Hayley spent almost 20 years in oil and gas, supporting the full cycle of operations and becoming a Manager of Health & Safety. She holds two degrees and four certificates, including a Master’s in Intercultural Communications and International Business from the UK, and a Certificate in Career Coaching and Academic Advising from the University of Calgary. Her secret joy is to build on her vast experience – both professional and personal – and bring her clients joy, knowledge, and tools that ultimately allow them to land the job they want.  

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 Ready to perfect your resume and stand out to employers? Join us for an engaging Resume Review event, designed to help you craft a polished, professional resume! You’ll have the opportunity to meet with experienced professionals from various fields who will review your resume, provide personal feedback, and answer any questions you may have.

After each session, you can jump back in line to meet with another reviewer. Each interaction offers a new perspective, actionable advice, and a chance to refine your resume further.

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Ready to ace your next job interview? Join us for an exciting Mock Interview event, designed to help you sharpen your communication skills and build confidence! You'll have the chance to meet and interact with professionals from various fields, who will ask you interview questions, provide personalized feedback on your responses, and answer any questions you have. 

After each interaction, you can jump back in line and connect with another volunteer. Each interaction allows you to refine your answers, practice your delivery, and get valuable insights from different perspectives.

The Mock Interview Session is designed to help you practice and refine your interview skills. They will not be looking at your resume. You’ll spend about 10-15 with each volunteer, answering just a few questions per round. Just like in a real interview, you won’t know your interviewer’s background – they could be a Mechanical Engineer, someone from another discipline, or even an HR professional. This setup is intentional; it prepares you for the variety of questions and perspectives you might encounter in real-world interviews.  

You should expect a mix of technical and situational questions. You might be asked to explain a concept from your field, describe how you handled a tight deadline or a workplace conflict, or make a case for why you should be hired over someone with similar qualifications.  

A few sample questions could be:

• Tell me about yourself. This is not where you would recite your resume, but rather practice your 3 minute elevator speech, let them know why you became an engineer, share your career goals etc.

• What are your strengths? Talk about a couple of your strong skills and give examples on how you have used them in the past.

• What are your weaknesses? This is a thought-provoking question but remember to show that you are actively working on improving

• What is your preferred leadership style? Be honest, concise, and positive.

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