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Our next leadership camps are in Spring 2025, in-person in downtown Toronto and online
Host an event that teaches students and recent graduates how to write resumes and cover letters, apply to jobs, and find employment opportunities. Many individuals do not know how to go about starting their careers - break this cycle by helping youth learn how to land their first jobs!
How might this help your community?
How might this help your community?
High school students, post-secondary students, and recent graduates often have difficulty throughout the job application process. Everyone attending will understand how to write resumes and cover letters, while also learning where they can look for employment.
This workshop will provide a space for students to connect with one another, network, and find new employment opportunities.
TIPS FOR WHEN & WHERE
TIPS FOR WHEN & WHERE
At a local venue or event space
A Saturday or Sunday afternoon
Suggested Action Plan
Suggested Action Plan
Find, contact, and book an event space.
Find and contact possible facilitators who have expertise in job recruitment.
Determine the capacity of the event.
Gather the materials needed for the workshop.
Create an itinerary for the event.
Create, print, and distribute flyers at local schools, universities, colleges, and neighbourhoods.
Get people to sign-up through text, email or Google Forms.
Run the event!
POTENTIAL RESOURCES
POTENTIAL RESOURCES
✓ Flyers to print out (around $10)
✓ A venue to host the event
✓ Food for attendees ($50)
✓ A facilitator/instructor
✓ Laptops/tablets
✓ Writing utensils and paper ($10)
HELPFUL LINKS
HELPFUL LINKS
Tips on how to find a part-time job as a student: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lc3tsh2ROgY
Tips on how to write an entry-level resume: https://www.themuse.com/advice/how-to-write-entry-level-resume-example
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