Nov 25, 2025 01:30 PM
to
04:00 PM
IQ's Cafe and Billards - 3rd Floor UMSU University Centre
Registration Deadline:
Nov 25, 2025 12:00 AM
Attend this in-person come-and-go event to network, gain knowledge and jump-start your career plan. Pre-registration is recommended, but not required.
Meet one-on-one with employers from different industry sectors. Get their professional opinion on:
- gaining skills that are transferable across industries and positions
- enhancing your resume, CV, or cover letter
- preparing for an interview
- experiences valued in their field
- other topics you may have about the world of work
Representatives from the following organizations will be attending and providing advice:
- Birchwood
- Canada Life
- Government of Manitoba (STEP Services)
- Manitoba Metis Federation
- Skip the Dishes
- St. Amant
- University of Manitoba
- Wawanesa Insurance
There are many industries and over 30,000 occupations to consider! UM Career Consultants will also be on hand to help you explore career options, industry resources and provide additional career planning and job search guidaance.
Date: November 25, 2025
Time: 1:30-4:00 PM
Location: IQ's Café and Billiards - 3rd floor UMSU University Centre
Sample questions to ask employer representatives at the event:
- How can I enhance my resumé? What general resumé tips can you provide?
- As an employer, what's your job search advice?
- What skills can I develop now to increase my employability?
- What type of experiences do employers in this field value?
- What interview questions and hiring practices are common in this industry?
- How should I structure my cover letter?
Sample questions to ask a UM Career Consultant:
- What occupations and types of jobs might I consider with an interest in….?
- What types of jobs and industries connect with my area of study?
- What can I do now to increase my employability when I graduate?
- What summer or part-time jobs relate to my career goal?
- What career-related volunteer opportunities could I consider?
This event was posted by CCELC, ELPartnerships@umanitoba.ca, cs.receptionist@umanitoba.ca
