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1. Find a Summer Job n5 U& d; N6 O% U: _8 O. J
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1 |% E2 {! d# Z+ ]' H4. Get it together: Building a foundation for a successful work search! [% x& e9 Q' \
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6. 4.0 Resumes
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7. Acing the Interview
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1. Find a Summer Job8 G/ e* j" a% ~2 W/ T& ^
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- v0 u. c$ l( t# z% I. GLearn how CaPS can help you with your search for summer work, along with some of the most effective ways to find summer employment. Summer employment programs will also be discussed. There is no need to pre-register, simply drop by CaPS, 2-100 SUB. This is a FREE seminar.$ b& @# G, C& r' I1 D- N! p2 ]
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3 `! Q; d' h# l, ZDid you know that over 80 per cent of available jobs are not advertised? Attend a free seminar to learn how to build and maintain contacts in your field so you can get the job that you want. This seminar is designed for students from all faculties. There is no need to pre-register, simply drop by CaPS, 2-100 SUB. This is a FREE seminar." z0 m5 ]# T z3 f
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The Internet can be a valuable tool in the work search process. Learn about various search tools, their similarities and differences, searching tips, and common Internet-based recruitment methods used by employers. This seminar is designed for students from all faculties. There is no need to pre-register, simply drop by CaPS, 2-100 SUB. This is a FREE seminar.
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* k: V" j( }/ N, G$ o/ _Wondering about the secrets of a successful work search? This seminar will provide tips on how to prepare effectively for your work search, what to consider about your appearance, and how to present yourself to your contacts and potential employers, as well as explain how important attitude is in securing employment. This seminar is designed for students from all faculties. There is no need to pre-register, simply drop by CaPS, 2-100 SUB. This is a FREE seminar.
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* U" r u; ~2 }" QLearn how to write, format and target cover letters, networking letters, and follow up letters. Also get tips on how and when you should use these letters in your work search. This seminar is designed for students from all faculties. There is no need to pre-register, simply drop by CaPS, 2-100 SUB. This is a FREE seminar.
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Both novice and experienced resume writers will benefit from attending this workshop. The focus is on learning a new conceptual framework developed at CaPS, which can be used to develop a new resume or revise an existing one. Results from a survey about employers' expectations and preferences regarding resumes are also presented.) L1 B6 V. ^9 _& @3 b, M3 e0 L8 u
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The price includes a workbook, several handouts and a voucher for a one hour individual consultation with a CaPS Career Advisor. Please pre-register at CaPS, 2-100 SUB. These workshops are open to students from all disciplines.; j# h) D! E5 m% S, R! w
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Career and Placement Services (CaPS) is a University of Alberta student service. It offers a variety of services and resources to assist University of Alberta students and alumni in making transitions to, and within, the world of work. CaPS provides that essential link between those looking for work and those looking to hire the best and the brightest.
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Laura Manuel
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