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| Date | Day | Time | Room | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 5, 2025 | Friday | 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | Online |
Workshop: Tips for Successful Resumes & Cover Letters
Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
Time: 9:30am-12:00pm
Location: online (Zoom link will be emailed to your VCC email address 24 hrs before the workshop)
Registration: log in to VCC Works > Events > Select Introduction to Canadian Job Search > Click ‘Attend’
Last day to register: Mon, Dec 1, 2025
What is VCC Works: the online job posting and career services platform. All students have access to VCC Works using single sign on (VCC ID and password).
Open VCC Works: www.vcc-csm.symplicity.com
Workshop Description:
Not sure how resumes and cover letters work in Canada? This workshop will help you write job applications that meet the expectations of Canadian employers.
You will learn:
• What type of resume works best for you and the job you want and samples
• How to use AI tools to find the right keywords
• What Canadian employers look for in a cover letter (like soft skills)
• How to format and organize your cover letter
RECOMMENDED:
Before you attend this workshop, it is recommended that you complete the VCC Resume & Cover Letter Moodle course. It is free and open to all VCC students. You complete it on your own time, at your own pace. To access the course, open Moodle and search for "Resume".
It is also recommended to review a draft of your resume with a VCC Learning Centre tutor. This service is free and open to all VCC students. Book appointments online via the Learning Centre website.
Who should attend this workshop:
International students want to learn about resumes and cover letters in Canada, those who need help deciding what skills to put on a resume, or those who are not getting interviews after submitting resumes and cover letters.
