OGPS Job Search Workshop Series Fall 2024

OGPS Career & Professional Development - Job Search

This series of workshops is designed to provide you with essential insights, practical knowledge, and professional skills for your job search. Each workshop will focus on a different aspect of the job search, giving you the opportunity to learn best practices and strategies necessary to elevate your job readiness. We will dedicate time to intentionally develop these skills, covering everything from skills assessment and writing CVs/resumes to crafting elevator pitches, interviewing, and negotiating job offers.

Aims & Objectives:

  1. Equip you with the tools and knowledge necessary for successful job hunting in the biomedical and life sciences.
  2. Help you effectively and compellingly present your skills and experiences to potential employers.
  3. Boost your confidence and resilience as you prepare for your job search.


Crafting Compelling CVs, Resumes & Cover Letters: The Key to Standing Out

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Join us for this exciting series of workshops to gain the insights, knowledge, and skills needed for a successful job search.

Today, we will learn how to prepare and craft job application materials that showcase your skills and qualifications in an effective and impactful way. Whether it is a CV, resume, or cover letter, making a strong impression from the get-go when you apply for a job is crucial. In this workshop, we will dive into the specifics of writing compelling CVs, resumes, and cover letters that will capture employers' attention and distinguish you from other candidates.

Workshop Goals:

  1. Develop a good understanding of the key elements that constitute an effective CV/resume, including layout, content, and style.
  2. Learn from examples and practice the art of tailoring your CV/resume to specific job applications by identifying and highlighting the most relevant skills and experiences.
  3. Help you identify and effectively incorporate your key skills, experiences, and accomplishments into your materials.
  4. Understand the purpose and essence of a cover letter, distinguishing what it is and what it isn't, to assist in crafting impactful applications.
  5. Familiarize yourself with the overall structure and key contents of a well-crafted cover letter, and how to balance confidence with humility.

You are strongly encouraged to bring your documents with you to this workshop for a quick assessment and evaluation.

We look forward to assisting you in your career and professional development journey!

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