Career Services for Continuing Studies Students

Looking for work? Exploring career options? Meet with our career educator for support!

Career Services is here to help you succeed at work during your time at Continuing Studies, and beyond, by running workshops and programs, offering in-person one-on-one support and providing resources to help you navigate your career.

Our career educator can help you with:

résumés, cover letters and interviews
career exploration, research and planning
searching for work and understanding the local labour market

We also encourage all students to frequently visit the UVic Co-op and Career Learning in motion portal to access job postings and volunteer opportunities, register for upcoming employer information sessions, attend networking events, register for other career information sessions, or book an appointment with the Continuing Studies Career Educator.

Darcie Gabruck, Career Educator

Who can participate?

If you are a full-time international student in the Certificate or Diploma in Business Administration or the Certificate in General Studies, you can already access Continuing Studies Career Services as part of your student service fees.

If you are part of a different Continuing Studies program, then you can opt-in to access Continuing Studies Career Services as part of your program for a small fee: Career services opt-in.

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Career Services for Continuing Studies Students

Watch this video to learn more about our career educator Darcie and how you can benefit from career services.

Events, workshops, drop-in sessions and appointments

Book an Appointment

To book a 30-minute in-person or Zoom appointment with our career educator, please:

Login to the co-op and career portal
Choose the Appointments tab and select Career Services
Select Darcie Gabruck - Career Educator, Continuing Studies

In-person appointments are located in the Continuing Studies Building (Room 204).

Drop-in Schedule

We offer in-person drop-in sessions weekly. Drop in for help with:

résumés, cover letters and interviews
career exploration, research and planning
searching for work

No registration is required, but space is limited.

Description	Date	Time	Location
Career Services Drop-⁠in	Fridays	12 - 1 pm	Continuing Studies Bldg Room 204

Workshops

We run weekly workshops to support your work search and career development. You can sign up for a workshop below.

Description	Date	Time	Location	Registration Information
Finding a Job in Canada - Job Search Strategy	Sept 18, 2023	4:30 - 5:30 pm	Room 076	Register
Creating Effective Resumes	Sept 27, 2023	12 - 1 pm	Online	Register
Networking	Oct 4, 2023	4:30 - 5:30 pm	Room 076	Register
LinkedIn Essentials - Learn how to Network Online	Oct 13, 2023	12 - 1 pm	Online	Register
Creating Effective Resumes	Oct 18, 2023	4:30 - 5:30 pm	Online	Register
Showcase Your Skills to Employers	Oct 27, 2023	12 - 1 pm	Online	Register
Interviews	Oct 30, 2023	4:30 - 5:30 pm	Room 076	Register
Succeeding in the Canadian Workplace	Nov 8, 2023	4:30 - 5:30 pm	Room 076	Register
Using AI in Your Job Search	Nov 16, 2023	12 - 1 pm	Online	Register
Creating Effective Resumes	Nov 20, 2023	4:30 - 5:30 pm	Room 076	Register

Resume day

Drop in for instant feedback on your resume. Registration not required.

Description	Date	Time	Location
Resume Day	Oct 17, 2023	11 am - 1 pm	Room 276

Career services FAQ

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This is my first job in Canada. Where do I start?

Two great ways to learn more about the local labour market are through online research and networking with industry professionals.

Online Research – WorkBC provides a wealth of information about the local labour market. Search local job postings, research salaries, find information about typical career paths and much more. Visit the WorkBC Explore Careers page or sign up for our Job Search Strategy workshop to learn more.

Networking – Networking with industry professionals is the best way to learn about the local labour market. Build your network through LinkedIn, Information Interviews, and Professional Associations. Learn more by signing up for our LinkedIn Essentials and Networking workshops. You can also book a 1:1 appointment to help you get started.

I am a newcomer to Canada. How do I find my fit in the local labour market?

Understanding your transferable skills is the key to finding your fit in the local labour market.

Learn about the technical (hard) skills and people (soft) skills employers are looking for. Visit our UVic Career Services webpage to learn more about the skills employers are seeking. You can also sign up for our workshop Showcase Your Skills to Employers or book a 1:1 appointment for assistance.

What is the best way to write my resume?

Did you know there is more than one way to write a resume? The “best” way depends on your unique combination of skills and experience.

Need help getting started on your resume? Try the VMock resume builder. You can also sign up for our Creating Effective Resumes workshop

Want information on how to improve your resume? Check out our UVic Career Services webpage, sign up for our Creating Effective Resumes workshop, or book a 1:1 appointment for assistance

Will you find me a job?

As we are not a placement agency, we do not find a job for you. Instead, we provide you with the job search skills you can use now and in the future as you continue to build your career. We also provide links to numerous job boards and job postings through our UVic Career Services webpage.

Job Boards – You will find links to a variety of job boards on our UVic Career Services webpage including both general and industry specific job boards.

Job Postings – You can also search for job postings through our Co-op and Career portal

Can you connect me with employers?

UVic Career Services hosts numerous events including employer information sessions, employer panels, recruitment events, and hiring fairs. You will information and links to register on our Co-op and Career portal.

Information on special events for Continuing Studies students will also be posted on our Continuing Studies Career Services webpage.

Is there a cost for Career Services?

Students who chose to opt in for Career Services pay a small fee for this service. This fee is much lower than fees charged by private recruitment agencies and other career service providers for similar services.

Full-time international students in the Certificate or Diploma in Business Administration or the Certificate in General Studies pay this fee as part of their student service fees.

What can I expect in a 1:1 meeting with a Career Educator?

Appointments with the Career Educator are tailored to individual needs. Students can get feedback on your resume, work on a cover letter, or practice a mock interview. If you are feeling stuck or unsure where to start in your job search, we can brainstorm ideas on how to overcome challenges, build your confidence to start networking, and much more.