Launch Your Career
An event series to give you the skills, industry know-how and connections to launch your career post-graduation.
May 10, 17 and 24, 2023
What's your next move?
The world of work is evolving rapidly, and so is how we collaborate and connect. This presents an exciting opportunity for students who are looking to make their next move, begin their job search and build their network. What skills will be in demand? Where will the next great prospects be?
At Career Services' Launch Your Career series, you can participate in three days of focused career conversations, skills development and exciting connections. Hear from local leaders and industry experts, grow your professional network and get the information you need to make your next big move.
May 10
10:30–11:15 a.m.
How do you make a successful transition from student to working professional? This workshop will give you some practical steps to help you in your career journey. You'll have the opportunity to learn how to navigate challenges and embrace the unexpected as you design your next career moves.
11:15 a.m.–12 p.m.
Not sure if your next steps will be in Calgary... Alberta... Canada... or international? Calgary Economic Development will be highlighting the current state of opportunities in Calgary and where the city may be headed in the future.
Learn about the state of major industries in Calgary, including tourism and entertainment, life sciences, technology, agriculture, and energy.
12:30–1:30 p.m.
Some careers are a straight line; some are a zig-zag. New jobs may exist in the future that we never anticipated. A degree or major does not limit your career options to a specific sector or type of job. Hear from panellists who debunk entrenched career myths and be inspired by possibilities for your own career path.
No matter what path you end up on, you can find ways to apply the knowledge, skills and abilities from your degree toward new and exciting career pathways. This panel will introduce you to professionals who have made pivots in their own careers, utilized the skills they learned in a degree and gained more skillsets—they'll share their lessons and advice for how to navigate the shift.
1:45–2:45 p.m.
Not sure about the next steps in your career? Learn how life design can help you to envision possible career futures and generate actionable solutions to your concerns. Get ready to brainstorm in this interactive workshop and choose one idea to implement!
May 17
10:30–11:30 a.m.
Learn to communicate effectively and share ideas in a memorable way. This session will prepare you to network with a variety of workplace professionals. You will learn how to embrace a curious mindset when connecting with others, talk about yourself, ask quality questions and how to portray confident body language in your interactions with others.
11:45 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Connect with alumni, and employers, and career specialists. Practice your networking skills in a supportive and encouraging environment and build your network.
May 24
12:30–1 p.m.
Learn some tips and tools to help you prepare for interview conversations.
1–2 p.m.
Gain some interview practice and learn about various interview styles in a comfortable and non-threatening environment. You'll also work alongside career development specialists and your peers to gather informal feedback and develop your skills in a simulated interview environment.
2–2:30 p.m.
Recap on some key learnings from the workshop series and receive a warm welcome to the UCalgary alumni community. Learn more about bridging supports available to new grads, discover alumni perks, and get in the know about upcoming convocation celebrations.
Build your skills
Attend a daily workshop to learn what core skills and competencies can help you be successful in your career.
Join the conversation
Hear from leaders, industry experts and employers to learn what's happening in our industries right now and what opportunities await you.
Take the next step
Participate in workshops, panels and networking session to get equipped with the skills, connections and knowledge to make the next move in your career.