Navigating University and Thriving in Your Career as a First-Generation Student
This program is here to support first generation students to navigate university and career life. It consists of five drop-in sessions led by a career counsellor and a peer career assistant, who will respond to the students’ questions and ignite insightful conversations around five core themes: Career Assessment and Exploration, On Campus and Experiential Learning Opportunities, Jos Search, Choosing Your Program, and Career Wellness. Students will be able to ask their questions and book appointments during the session.
Congratulations on being the first in your family to attend university in Canada! Maybe you're the first to attend post-secondary education in your family, maybe you are the first to explore the Canadian university system. Know that you bring unique strengths and excellence to our campus! And we are here to support you navigating the excitement and novelty every step of the way. Drop-in to our FirstGen sessions designed with you in mind!
Sessions
Check for dates, locations and additional information on CLNx and bring your questions and experiences to share with a dedicated Career Counsellor and a Peer Career Assistant.
Career Assessment and Exploration
Know yourself better by assessing your career values, personality traits, interests and skills, and explore promising career paths
Career Wellness
Learn strategies to keep your emotional, social, spiritual, and financial wellbeing while navigating academic and career expectations.
On-Campus and Experiential Learning Opportunities
Learn how to search for and apply to on-campus job opportunities and how to improve your career prospects through experiential opportunities such as research participation, volunteering experiences, engagement with clubs and associations, and more.
Job Search
Get tips on effective job search, and prepare for the Get Hired Fair, Sweats2Suits, and other Career Centre employment events. Learn about resources that help you have a strong job application.
Choose Your Program
Reflect on how to choose a combination of a specialist program, majors and/or minors in harmony with your career and academic goals.
Have Questions?
Feel free to contact our team at careers.utm@utoronto.ca or give us a call at 905-828-5451.