Events
Please find below information for upcoming events on campus. Check back frequently as we are always adding more...or even better sign up for CareerLink and check out the calendar on a regular basis. The CareerLink Calendar will be automatically updated every time a new event is scheduled.
For more information on any of these upcoming events contact career.centre@ufv.ca
WINTER 2012 (JANUARY - APRIL) EVENTS
January 26 Discover CHRP
February 9 Accounting Joint Info Session
February 22 Careers in Science
February 29 What Can I Do With My Arts Degree
March 7 UFV Career Fair 2012
March 7 Ignite Your Interview Skills
March 9 CA Fall Recruit 101
April 25 UFV Trades Career Day
FALL 2011 (SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER) EVENTS
September 15 Chartered Accountants (CA) National Firms Morning
September 19 Mid-Sized CA Night
November 8 Revive Your Resume
December 1 CGA Info Session
September 15 - CA National Firms Morning
Join us for the 5th Annual Fraser Valley CA Accounting Event, your unique opportunity to meet with the 5 of the 6 largest global accounting firms looking to recruit for articling, summer and co-op positions starting next year. The deadline to apply to most firms is September 22, 2011 so if you are in 3rd or 4th year you don't want to miss out! Come prepared to mix, mingle, and learn how to launch your career as an Accountant.
Details:
- When: Thursday, September 15th, 2011
- Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
- Where: Banquet Hall, Langley Events Centre (7888 200th Street, Langley)
- Dress: Business Formal
- Register: HERE (ASFV Website)
Business Cards: order your student business cards today! 48 for $5.00, must be paid in cash before order is processed.
RSVP's are required to attend. Note, spaces are limited. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
September 19 - Fraser Valley CA Night (Mid-sized firms)
The Mid-Sized CA night is your chance to network with representatives from Fraser Valley firms such as KNV, MNP, Manning Elliott, MacKay and more! Learn what makes these firms unique and how you can obtain and articling position with them.
RSVP's are required to attend. Note, spaces are limited. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
November 8 - Revive Your Resume
Ready to apply for a part-time job? Or are you graduating soon? Come and meet with a HR professional for a 1-on-1 resume coaching session.
Confirmed Employer Mentors from:
ABBOTSFORD POLICE RECRUITING
AEROTEK
CANADA REVENUE AGENCY
CASCADE AEROSPACE
CINTAS CANADA
CITY OF ABBOTSFORD FIRE RESCUE SERVICES
COMMUNITY SKILLS CENTRE, LANGLEY
CUMMINS WESTERN CANADA
HSBC
MISSION COMMUNITY SKILLS CENTRE SOCIETY
MNP LLP
ODLUM BROWN
RBC
SUN LIFE FINANCIAL
UFV EMPLOYEE SERVICES
Details:
- When: Tuesday, November 8, 2011
- Time: 2:30pm-4:00pm
- Where: Room B121, UFV Abbotsford Campus
- Dress: As if you were going to an interview
- Register on CareerLink
Note, spaces are limited. Drop-in can be accommodated, but will be based on availability.
December 1 - CGA Info Session
Are you a prospective CGA student looking to learn more about this globally recognized designation? Or are you uncertain which accounting designation fits your goals and lifestyle? Are you graduating this spring and thinking about where to start your job search?
ASFV will be hosting a CGA Info Session with CGA's very own Recruitment & Employment Manager, Jas Randhawa. Jas will be presenting on the following:
• How the CGA designation delivers a career you can count on.
• The interesting and diverse positions held by CGAs.
• How your post-secondary education delivers advanced standing in the CGA program.
• How you can earn while you learn.
• How your career advances while you are a student.
• Upcoming CGA recruiting events in the Fraser Valley Area
Event Details: FREE PIZZA FOR LUNCH!
Date: Thursday December 1st
Time: 11:30am – 12:30pm
Location: Abbotsford Campus, D 217
Registration: Please register by clicking this link
Cost: Free
January 26 - Discover CHRP
The UFV Career Centre & BC HRMA introduces...
“Discover CHRP!”
Featuring BASA & UFV School of Business
Thursday, January 26th, 2012
2:30 – 4:30 pm
Abbotsford Campus, Room B121
The Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation proves you have the required knowledge and skills of an HR professional. To obtain this designation, you must pass two written exams. If you are interested in a career in HR, attend this event and have all of your questions answered! Don’t wait until you graduate!
Light refreshments will be provided and you can enter to win a
Free BC HRMA membership!
This event is open for all current UFV students and alumni.
February 9 - Accounting Joint Info Session (CA, CGA & CMA)
Are you interested in a career in accounting, but unsure of which designation to choose? Would you like to know more about the types of jobs you can get with a designation or would just like more information about the accounting field in general? If so, this is a perfect event for you!
At this joint info session, you'll get the opportunity to hear presentations on Canada's three accounting designations and have any questions answered by representatives from BC's CGA, CMA and CA institutes. Even if you're undecided about what you want to do after graduation, this event is a great way to learn about a very rewarding potential career path!
Details:
• Date: Thursday, February 9th, 2012
• Time: 11:30-12:45pm
• Location: Abbotsford C1425
• Dress: Business Casual
• Registration: Please register HERE so we know how many to expect!
If you have any questions or need any additional information, please feel free to email info.asfv@gmail.com
22 February - Careers in Science
Interested in science and want to learn about careers in science? Join us for an event you won’t want to miss.
Feb 22, 6 pm
Room B101 (Theatre)
UFV Abbotsford campus
This event is for all students interested in discovering future careers in science.
About the Event:
Come and hear from science and technology career professionals including UFV science alumni. Learn about the path they took to their exciting careers. At the networking session connect with professionals in science and technology and explore your own career options.
Register now at science.advice@ufv.ca
This event is free of charge.
Limited space available!
Registration deadline is Feb 20.
Speakers:
Ashleigh Gilbert (BSc. Geog '07) - Project Coordinator, O'Connor Associates Environmental Inc.
Amber Zutz (MSc. BKin '01, CEP) - Kinesiology Instructor, University of the Fraser Valley
Scott Fraser (BKin '03, C.OP) – Director of Programs, Farm & Ranch Safety and Health Association
Joanne Neilson (BSc. Bio '06) - Southern Regional Manager, BC Conservation Foundation
Natashia Cox (BSc. Geog '08) - Project Manager, Fraser Valley Watershed Coalition
Pamela St. Amour (BKin '03) - Fitness Coordinator, Abbotsford Recreation Centre
Shannon Larson (BSc. Math '08) - Program Manager, Microsoft
Shaun Gill, Engineer, Stantec
Tracey Vanderaegen Jones (Dip. Nursing '04, BSc '10) - Nurse, Virginia Mason Hospital
Wim Kerkhoff (BCIS '06) - Systems Architect & CEO, Kerkhoff Technologies Inc.
What to Expect
6:00 - Registration
6:30 - Welcome and introduction
6:35 - Panel discussion and networking tips
7:15 - Networking session with mentors
6:00 - Registration6:30 - Welcome and introduction6:35 - Panel discussion and networking tips7:15 - Networking session with mentors
(food and drinks provided in B121)
8:00 - Wrap up - door prizes and acknowledgements
Brought to you by
UFV Alumni Association, BCSA, UFV Career Centre, UFV Faculty of Science and Science World.
February 29 - What can I do with my Arts degree?
Graduating soon? Wondering where you might go and what you might do with your arts degree? Join us and hear from successful UFV alumni and find out how writers, teachers, editors, fundraisers and others built successful, exciting, challenging careers with their UFV Arts degree.
Sign up at www.ufv.ca/jobs/careerlink and register for the event.
Problems registering? Contact career.centre@ufv.ca
Date: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Time: 2:30 - 4:00 pm
Where: B121, Abbotsford campus
Speakers include (and more to come)
- Melissa Kendzierski (BA Geography ’09) – Sustainability Coordinator, City of Mission
- Darren Penner, (BA History ’03) – Lawyer, Watson Goepel Maledy LLP
- Helen Yannacopoulos (BFA ’09) – Art Teacher, Mission Secondary School
- Amanda Henderson (BA English ’08) - Ticket Operations Manager, Abbotsford Heat
Refreshments provided!
Brought to you by the UFV Alumni Association, Career Centre and English department.
March 7 - Ignite Your Interview Skills
Are you getting job interviews but not getting call backs?
The Career Centre in partnership with BASA and UFV Alumni Association invites you to participate in this exclusive practice interview opportunity. Meet with real employers and get instant feedback on how to stand out and get the job!
If this sounds like something you want to take advantage of then check out the following details.
- Your mock interview will be held during the 2012 UFV Career Fair on March 7th;
- Interview times are available between 2:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m;
- If you would like to take part in this opportunity REGISTER online in CareerLink:
In this tough job market you need to get an edge any way you can. Questions? Call the Career Centre at 604.854.4507.
March 9 - CA Fall Recruit 101
Date: Friday, March 9, 2012
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Where: Kwantlen Langley Campus, Meeting room 1010
For more information on this event and to register for other Accounting events, please visit the ASFV's website at asfv.ca.
April 25 - UFV Trades Career Day
UFV Trades Career Day 2012
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
UFV Trades & Tech Centre, Chilliwack
Details to be confirmed. Targeted to Trades students and soon-to-be grads.
Check out the list of programs offered at UFV: http://www.ufv.ca/trades.htm
If you an employer interested in this event, please email us at career.centre@ufv.ca to be added to our contact list. Thank you.
