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May 2021
Professional Branding
Increase your visibility for a successful job search. Learn how to be competitive in today’s job market, find new employment opportunities, and grow your career. Learn about: How to stand out in the job search process Identifying your strengths and accomplishments Showcasing what you can offer potential employers Simple steps to develop a branding statement Self-promotion strategies Where to effectively promote yourself Connecting with targeted employers and companies and more! Learn how to market yourself to employers. Register for Professional…
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Toronto Youth Job Corps (TYJC)
Toronto Youth Job Corps (TYJC) Toronto Youth Job Corps (TYJC) is an employment program that supports youth with identifying their employment options, interests, and strengths in a hands-on environment. Through exclusive workshops and leadership opportunities youth will learn how to find/keep a job and how to advance in a company or industry. Program components include: - 5 weeks of paid pre-employment training including a community project - Job matching and paid job placements - Referrals to certified training…
Find out more »LinkedIn for Job Seekers
How to Connect to Jobs on LinkedIn Whether you are looking for a job, a new graduate, or making a career change, it is important to build an effective online presence. Discover how to create an “All Star” LinkedIn profile and use it to expand your network, find employment opportunities and let potential employers know what makes you unique. Learn about: How LinkedIn is useful for job seekers Ways to build a profile that attracts employers How to use your…
Find out more »NYCS: Resumes & Cover Letters
NYCS - Newcomer Youth Connections for Success Learn how to craft a professional-looking resume and cover letter that will help you get a job. Whether you have no work experience or lots of work experience, this workshop will help you create a beautiful resume that is application ready. Register with ella.wiseman@jvstoronto.org Open to youth ages 14 to 18 with a permanent residents card or convention refugees. A computer and internet access are required
Find out more »June 2021
Resumes & Cover Letters
Create a resume and cover letter that get results. Designed to help job seekers from all backgrounds, this workshop is packed with valuable tips and insights that will get you noticed by hiring professionals. Learn about: the components of an effective resume the different resume format (and which one works best for you) how to include references how to optimize for ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) keywords – where to find them and how to use them soft skills vs hard…
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