Workshops & Events

This workshop is designed for graduate students applying for the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Doctoral (CGRS D) from the national funding agencies: CIHR, NSERC, and SSHRC. ...

Build a Better Working World with EY ...

Passionate about education and community? Join Vancouver Region Educational Services (VRES) and help empower individuals with affordable, accessible learning. Together, let’s shape a brighter future through education. ...

Working on your thesis? This session will review the UBC formatting and submission requirements and include: ...

The Doctoral Defence information session walks students through the doctoral examination process and explains the different defence modes - in-person, virtual, and hybrid. The session includes: ...

Are you in the midst of writing your thesis? Are there images or portions of published manuscripts you are planning to use in your thesis? Do you have concerns over how copyright laws could delay your thesis submission? In this session you will learn: ...

Bring your resume & cover letter questions to this open Q&A. We recommend attending the Resume & Cover Letter workshop ahead of time but it’s not required. ...

Many students in research-based programs (Masters and PhD) wonder about what career paths they might pursue if they decide not to continue in academia. ...

Craft a genuine application and learn which strategies you want to use when responding to common questions like “what do you hope to learn?” or “why this program?”. We will review resources for preparing a CV, statement of intent/personal statement, and requesting reference letters. ...

This interactive workshop will be facilitated by staff members of UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies and Counselling Services to assist graduate students in building strong working relationships with their supervisor and committee members to support their progress through their graduate progr ...

Verkada is coming to UBC! ...

Writing a literature review can feel like navigating a maze of research, but it doesn’t have to. Join this practical, research-informed workshop to discover how to map and enter the scholarly conversation in your field. ...

UBC Graduate and Professional Schools Fair 2025 Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2025 Time: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Location: UBC Life Building Proudly sponsored by Northeastern University. ...

Some course-based Master’s programs are designed to prepare students for specific career paths; others equip students with skills that can be applied in multiple career options. Either way, students may find themselves wondering how to identify possible career options. ...

Discover Your Future with TELUS: Graduate Technology Leadership & Marketing Development Programs ...

With more than a century of experience operating up and down the coast of Western Canada, Seaspan plays a vital role in Canada’s marine sector: designing, building, and repairing ships and transporting goods, materials, and fuel safely and efficiently through the Pacific Northwest. ...

Ignite your Global career with HKU Business School! ...

Make the most of each conversation with employers by learning how to introduce yourself, ask good questions, and research employers before attending the next UBC (FAIR NAME) on (DATE). ...

Make the most of UBC Career Days by approaching this career fair with a clear plan and purpose. This session will help graduate students identify relevant employers, craft effective introductions, and prepare thoughtful questions that showcase their expertise and curiosity. ...

The University of Warwick is a world top 100 university with a reputation for excellence and forward thinking in our three faculties. ...

Are your habits getting in the way of thriving in grad school? Are you open to reflecting on what might be helpful to change and ways to take action? ...

Welcome to Vale Base Metals. Our purpose is to improve life and transform the future, together. We are a global mining company dedicated to safely delivering nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals essential for the world’s energy transition. ...

Create an authentic profile, practice finding potential contacts within UBC’s alumni network, and learn how to research career ideas using alumni and employer profiles. ...

Nurses, Physical Therapists, and Occupational Therapists: Please join us in learning more about the opportunities in senior living healthcare with Marquis and Consonus Companies. Marquis has RN opportunities in Oregon, California, and Nevada. ...

Writing a Personal Statement: Crafting Your Professional Identity ...

Company Overview: Come for the position. Stay for the career. At Imperial, our workforce is our greatest strength, and our commitment to employee development is unwavering. ...

UBC Career Days 2025 Date: October 8 & 9, 2025 ...

UBC Career Days 2025 Date: October 8 & 9, 2025 ...

Putting things off to the last minute? Having a hard time starting a project? Or is it hard to finish and actually put a close to something you are working on? This workshop is here to help you procrastinate less and get more done. ...

So you went to Career Days/Fairs, now what? Whether you got to connect with a recruiter and are wondering how to follow up, or you left feeling a little unsure of your next steps, bring your questions from the career fair to this AMA. ...

Passionate about education and community? Join Vancouver Region Educational Services (VRES) and help empower individuals with affordable, accessible learning. Together, let’s shape a brighter future through education. ...

This webinar will provide a detailed overview of the upcoming graduate award competition for the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Masters (CGRS M). It will review the eligibility criteria, competition details, and application procedures. There will be time for Q/A after the presentation. ...

Come to this session to discover student and graduate programs with the Government of Canada—and find out why it should be your employer of choice!Make a real impact while working in a diverse and inclusive environment.Enjoy career growth, job stability, and work-life balance. ...

Learn the best ways to look for work online and in-person, and decide which strategies will help you to access the hidden job market. ...

Coffee chats 101 – who to talk to, what to ask, what comes next? Coffee Chats (or “informational interviews”) are a great way to build your network and learn about your industry of interest. Join us for this workshop to learn who to ask, how to prepare, and what comes next. ...

Practice answering tough questions, asking interviewers good questions, and get tips for how to prepare your stories in advance. ...

This workshop is designed for students applying for the Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Masters (CGRS M). ...

You need data to make good decisions – but where do you find it? Learn which tools track growing industries, search by in-demand skills, and research which roles relate to the knowledge and skills you developed during your degree. ...

Graduate school can be both an exciting and stressful time for many students. Supporting and caring for one’s health and wellbeing is important to learning and completing your degree, as well as building professional competency. ...

In today's competitive job market, a compelling professional story is essential for standing out during networking, in job applications, and when interviewing. ...

Quick – tell us the top five things you are good at! Can you do it? The truth is, many of us spend more time focused on (and trying to fix) what we’re not good at, instead of discovering, appreciating, and cultivating our strengths. ...

Graduate students today have a plethora of academic and professional obligations as well as opportunities they may engage in during their graduate journey. There are also many ways to define success both within and after graduate school. ...

We live in a culture that emphasizes being perfect as a virtue in everything from body image to relationships to career achievements. The problem is that life and being human, in spite of our best efforts, is messier than this. ...