The self-paced structure of the program allows for flexibility in accessing resources and supports that fit individual needs and goals. Upon registering in a “Career Link Cohort” at the beginning of each semester, students will be guided through all components of the link and will have one term to participate in the workshops, events, professional development activities and advising sessions to complete the program. Career Link participants will also gain access to a one-on-one career guidance session.
While some components and events will be offered live (scheduled at a specific time), most program components can be accessed and completed at any time and in almost any order. Upon completion of all the required components of the chosen CareerLink, students earn a Career Link digital badge and a CareerLink certificate if they successfully earn three or more badges.
WHY TAKE CAREER LINK?
- Develop the tools, skills, and network that will be a real advantage in today’s competitive labor market
- Access our free professional clothing exchange and get a professional headshot for your LinkedIn profile once a year
- Have unlimited access to our workshops, events and resources
- Participate in job shadowing
- Receive personalized career guidance and support in developing your resume, cover letter and LinkedIn profile
- Earn digital badges for all modules completed and a non-credit co-curricular Career Link Certificate upon the completion of the program
What is the Process?
Complete and submit the enrollment form by the end of 3rd week of the semester you want to enroll in
Complete the “Required Components” of the selected module by the last day of the term to successfully earn the CareerLink Badge
Career Link Badges
In today’s competitive job market, a generic resume and cover letter will not make the cut. A professionally crafted self-marketing tool kit that includes a custom-developed resume and cover letter, in addition to other job search documents is needed to successfully establish? the career that is perfect for you.
This module will help you with selecting a resume style; editing, proofreading, and formatting your resume and cover letter; exploring your transferable skills; developing accomplishment statements; targeting your resumes and cover letters to each position, and even interview preparation.
Complete the required components listed below in the given order to earn the Self-marketing Foundations digital badge:
- Complete the registration form
- Complete one job search document or the interview preparation section
- Job search document critique or mock interview appointment- submit the booking form to schedule your appointment
- Complete the post-survey and email the screenshot the survey completion page to [email protected]
Students gain the following competencies on successful completion:
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Professional Behaviour and Personal Awareness
- Communication
- Professionalism/ Career Readiness
- Critical thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Career counseling: Access to career experts, programs or tools that inform, coach and further development career plans for young people (i.e. career transition, job search, resume help, long-term career planning and goal setting, interview prep, and job applications).
- Social Perceptiveness: Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Algoma University’s Career Hub assists students with a wide variety of career decision making needs to enable them to make informed decisions about their future. The tools provided below are vital in gaining meaningful employment!
Career decision making is an ongoing lifelong process where you continually reflect on your life, core values, interests, and aspirations to make informed decisions about our career development for years to come. This module will empower you to make career decisions that will set you up for success.
Complete the required components listed below in the given order to earn the Informed Career Decision Making digital badge:
- Complete the registration form
- Utilize at least one self assessment tool
- Utilize one of the Labour Market Research tools below
- Attend a one-on-one personalized career guidance session- submit the booking form to schedule your appointment
- Complete the post-survey and email the screenshot the survey completion page to [email protected]
Students gain the following competencies on successful completion:
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Professional Behaviour and Personal Awareness
- Critical thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Complex problem solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
- Skills assessments and relevant job matching: Tools and programs that help young people understand their skills, aptitude, personality, character traits and interests to increase self-awareness and career-related decision making.
- Career counseling: Access to career experts, programs or tools that inform, coach and further develop career plans for young people (i.e. career transition, job search, resume help, long-term career planning and goal setting, interview prep, and job applications).
- Access to labour market information: Tools, resources and research that make labour market information more accessible and/or user-friendly to young people.
Networking involves making and sustaining connections while building relationships with people who share your profession, industry, or interest. It is a great way to connect with people and learn about the ins and outs of your area of interest.
Complete the required components listed below in the given order to earn the Professional Networking digital badge:
- Complete the registration form
- Create a profile and complete the steps for Ten Thousand Coffees or LinkedIn
- Attend a one-on-one personalized career guidance session to discuss your personal development strategy- submit the booking form to schedule your appointment
- Complete the post-survey and email the screenshot the survey completion page to [email protected]
Students gain the following competencies on successful completion:
- Networking
- Professionalism/ Career Readiness
- Communication
- Professional Behaviour and Personal Awareness
- RBC
- Career counseling: Access to career experts, programs or tools that inform, coach and further develop career plans for young people (i.e. career transition, job search, resume help, long-term career planning and goal setting, interview prep, and job applications).
- Work-relevant networks: Access to networking events or programs that connect to a sector, industry or employment opportunities.
- Mentorships: A mentor is an individual that provides advice, support, and encouragement to young people as they prepare for, and start, work.
- Communication: Ability to listen to, understand, convey, and contextualize information through verbal, nonverbal, visual and written means.
This module assists students with conducting an effective job search, and also getting prepared for successfully entering the workforce.
Students are encouraged to explore resources in their areas of interest and utilize various networking platforms.
Complete the required components listed below in the given order to earn the Self-marketing Foundations digital badge:
- Complete the registration form
- Utilize one of the networking platform (10KC or LinkedIn) and follow the steps listed above
- Use at least one of the listed resources
- Attend a one-on-one personalized career guidance session to discuss your personal development strategy- submit the booking form to schedule your appointment
- Complete the post-survey and email the screenshot the survey completion page to [email protected]
Students gain the following competencies on successful completion:
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Continuous Learning
- Cross Cultural Intelligence
- Stress Management and Flexibility
- Professional Behaviour and Personal Awareness
- Professionalism/Career readiness
- Career counseling: Access to career experts, programs or tools that inform, coach and further develop career plans for young people (i.e. career transition, job search, resume help, long-term career planning and goal setting, interview prep, and job applications).
- Critical thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Complex problem solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
- Adaptability: Ability to change plans, methods, opinions or goals in light of new information.
- Persistence/Grit: Ability to sustain interest and effort to persevere to accomplish a task or goal.
- Social Perceptiveness: Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Questions? Please view our Career Link FAQs here.
Devant
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LinkedIn Learning
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Experiential Learning
To learn more about experiential learning and upcoming workshops, visit our Experiential Learning page.
Algoma Connect Program
Career Link is proud to support the Algoma Connect Program. Learn more about how you can get involved.
Ten Thousand Coffees
The Algoma University Café is a networking and mentorship platform that connects students, alumni and business professionals based on their role, career goals, and professional interests.
Our Partners
Career Link is run through the Experiential Learning Hub (EL Hub). The program components are a collaboration between many Algoma University departments as well as the surrounding community.
Career Link is funded through the generous support of RBC FutureLaunch.
