Every year, we work with companies ready to hire McMaster students. This happens during the fall recruitment cycle, where they attend career fairs, hold company info sessions and post job openings. Check out the rough schedule of the typical recruitment cycle. We’re here to help prepare and make the most of it.

• September to December: Company information sessions take place. Check OSCARplus (Student Success Centre > Events) for details and registration. 
• September: Application periods for some positions start to close. However, there are more opportunities throughout the year, so check back often. Visit OSCARplus > Student Success Centre > Employment > Job Postings. Search for “final-year recruitment positions.” 
• End of September: Visit our events page to stay updated on when our annual Fall Career Fair.
• October: Companies start interviewing candidates. 
• November and December: Employers send offers to successful candidates. 

Find support along the way by visiting the other tabs on this page.

Did you know you have access to career support for 5 years after graduation?

It’s true. Through Alumni Career Services, provided by our careers team and the McMaster Alumni Association, you have access to career counselling and advising for up to 5 years after you graduate. Meet with an alumni career counsellor to support your career exploration, planning and goals.

Final-Year Students and New Alumni Webinars

Are you going into your final year? Or perhaps you recently graduated? Employment Connections will provide an overview of all the supports and services to help you connect to employers and jobs. Learn about on-campus recruitment events, best practices for finding work, and services and resources to help you land that job. Job Search Skills are life skills – take advantage of all that Mac offers to help you succeed.