Programs and Services

Our programs and services help U of A students, postdoctoral fellows, and alumni develop the skills, knowledge, and experience to successfully manage their careers. These opportunities will help you explore career options, look for work, and connect with professionals.

Advising Appointments

Meet with an advisor to get support and advice to help you explore career options, look for work, improve your work search documents, and prepare for interviews.

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Career Coaching

Career coaching is a working alliance between you and your coach. It will help you identify and understand challenges and obstacles, recognize their impact, and develop personalized strategies in addressing them.

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Career Mentoring

Connect with community-based professionals for a virtual discussion to learn about their career story and interests, and to ask your career questions.

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Grants and Funding

Apply for funding to help you participate in professional development during your degree.

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Internships and Work Experience

Experience in the workplace can help you test out career options, apply academic knowledge, build transferable skills, and make professional connections.

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Job Shadow Program

Be matched with community-based professionals for a 1-4 day workplace visit during reading weeks.

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Career Conversations

Connect with a professional to explore career paths through short virtual conversations. Choose a host to learn from their career experiences and ask career-related questions.

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Seminars

Learn the basics about cover letters, resumes, interviews, LinkedIn profiles, and more at our free seminars.

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Speakers Series

Learn from professionals who have graduated with your degree or work in your field of interest.

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Career Action Series for Grad Students and Postdocs

Participate in round-table discussions to help you manage your career.

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Summer Career Camp

Learn how to design a dynamic career that adapts as you change throughout life.

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Transition to Career

Transition to Career (T2C) is a self-directed online course designed to introduce the basics of career management. Whether you're a current student, alum, or a postdoctoral scholar, T2C provides a comprehensive introduction to career development that aligns with the Career Centre’s approach.

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