Career Clips

The visual aspects of your resume is as important as the content. Learn how to make it stand out!

It's important to represent your skills, education, and experiences accurately. Learn how to write effective content, and how to best prioritize it!

The key to a great application is to target the job posting. Pay extra attention to the skills and keywords, and address those through your resume and cover letter.

Find out how to format the cover letter and what each paragraph should be comprised of.

The interview is all about you, so make sure you know how to present your skills, experiences, and highlights to others!

Who can be a reference? How many do I need? Can I use one from years ago? Check out the video to have these answered!

CV's are more academic focused, but what if you are pursuing opportunities outside of academia? Learn how to turn your CV into a resume that is suitable for industry positions.

As the nature of work shifts with technology, remote interviews are becoming increasingly common. Learn how to prepare and conduct yourself for a phone or video interview so you can make the best impression, no matter where you are.

Job scams are becoming more tricky and sophisticated. Look for unusual signs and remember to stay vigilant when applying!

Looking for a job is hard work! Learn how to remain positive, persistent, and patient as you go through your job search.

If you're completing a Science program, then this resume video is for you! Learn how to incorporate your projects, lab and technical skills on the resume.

If you're an Education student, you'll likely be applying to different school boards near the end of your degree. Learn what's need to be on your resume, such as a teaching philosophy and teaching practicums.

At UCalgary, there is an increased focus on Experiential Learning. This means that there will be many opportunities for you to gain hands-on experience and meaningful reflection!

Career Services hosts several career fairs throughout the school year. Get some tips on how to prepare and what to bring!

Salary can be a tricky topic to discuss. Learn how to approach and negotiate your salary expectations.

Networking can take place anytime, anywhere. Find out who you can connect with and why networking is an important skill to have!

If you have an upcoming MMI, watch this clip to get the basics on how to get into the proper mindset and how to prepare your responses to those tough questions.

Workplaces are becoming increasingly diverse, which means it's important to understand your own and other’s communication style and to learn how to adapt.

Information Interviews involve asking the experts for knowledge and advice on a particular career, company, and industry. They can be useful in your own decision making!

Grad school is an option that many people consider, but is it something that you really need? It's crucial to ask yourself the right questions, and to do adequate research before deciding.

Okay — so you've got the job. Congrats! Now, consider how you handle yourself in your new workplace. Proper and appropriate conduct is vital in maintaining a positive reputation, work relationships and career growth.

We all have strengths, but do you how to properly communicate them? Whether it's on the resume or in an interview, or even while networking, knowing how to talk about your strengths helps others understand who you are and how you work.

Formal assessments can help you make important academic and career decisions and can help you better understand yourself. Find out the what suits you best!

Interested in Indigenous Education? Hear from different school boards in AB, BC, and NWT on what they look for and how to apply!