Work on Campus: Summer Job Fair

March 02, 2023 @ 11:00 AM @ 02:00 PM
MUSC Marketplace

We know you’re thinking about summer jobs right now. You can get one on campus!

McMaster departments want to hire enthusiastic student staff who want to gain experience working on campus. Is that you? Then join us at the fair to network, discover on-campus jobs, learn about the hiring process and get the information you need to apply. Through working on campus, you get to share diverse viewpoints, help departments stay engaged and make an impact on the student community.

Why attend?

Discover opportunities to get involved on campus and develop transferable skills that all employers value.
Network and build personal connections with representatives and hiring managers. (Hint: This will help set yourself apart from other applicants!)
Get helpful information you can use in applications, cover letters and interviews.

Mac’s Money Centre – Student Success Centre
Housing and Conference Services-Maintenance
Computing & Software
ENG Community Outreach
Indigenous Health Learning Lodge
The Forge Business Incubator
Student Recruitment Office
Integrated Biomedical Engineering & Health Sciences (iBioMed) Program
Engineering Co-op and Career Services
SCCE
Student Success Centre
Nuclear Operations
Aid & Awards – Office of the Registrar
University Secretariat
Human Resources
Library Accessibility Services
University Library

We will continue to add new departments, so check back soon.

LinkedIn Lab

February 28, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. ET (virtual)

If you aren’t on campus, join this workshop virtually.

This session will discuss the “why” behind having a LinkedIn account and share strategies and tips to maximize the effectiveness of your profile.

Job Fairs Prep Day and LinkedIn Headshots

February 28, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET (MUSC B118)

Access a broad range of services and support to help you get ready for the fair.

Why attend?

Offering resume critiques
Mock interviews
Workshops
LinkedIn Headshots

Tips before the fair

Before the fair, it’s important to feel prepared and confident to introduce yourself to employers. Check out these tips to prepare your pitch.

Before the fair tips

Neurodiversity: Career fair prep

How to take your own Headshot

Big Interview

Accommodations and disclosure in the workplace

The follow-up

After the fair, it’s important to follow up with the organizations and employers you want to stay connected with. Check out these tips to learn how to develop these ongoing professional relationships after the event.

After the fair tips

Interview tips

Do you have an interview with one of the organizations you met at the fair? Congratulations! Check out these tips to prepare for a successful interview.

Interview Tips

Practice and develop with Big Interview

Big Interview is a comprehensive interview practice tool that will help you develop your interviewing skills based on your situation and industry of interest. Take advantage of Big Interview to prepare for work interviews, professional school interviews, clubs, volunteer opportunities and more.

Learn about big interview

Support for equity-deserving students

Career Access Professional Services (CAPS) are for students and alumni who identify as a member of an equity-deserving group or have barriers to employment. The CAPS team provides individualized support to assist with all aspects of career development including exploration, preparation and the building of skills and confidence.

Our services are flexible and adaptable. Whether you’d like to chat over the phone or online through Zoom, Skype, email or another platform that works for you, we’re here to help. Email us (careeraccess@mcmaster.ca) or book an appointment on OSCARplus > Student Success Centre > Appointments > Careers.

If you have an accommodation need to book an appointment, please email careeraccess@mcmaster.ca. If you require any materials sent in an alternate/accessible format, please let us know.

Connect to Careers Job Fair

March 7, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET

Over 100 organizations will be participating. Discover exciting job opportunities with employers hiring for full-time, part-time, co-op, internship and summer positions.

Career Fair Follow Up

March 8, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET

Now that you have attended, what happens next? This session will address how to follow up with recruiters, professional communication tips, and identify next steps in the job search process. You will also have a chance to share and learn from your peers.