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Graduate Student Career Events

Attention, science graduate students! Please see below for a list of graduate student events. 
Here’s how to register: 
  1. Go to oscarplusmcmaster.ca
  2. Student log-in
  3. ‘Science’ menu on the left
  4. Events
  5. Grad events are in yellow
Contact: Lisa Keenan, Program Manager (keenanl@mcmaster.ca) for any questions. 

Information Box Group

Job Search Strategies Register here

Thursday, January 29th, 2:30-3:20pm 

As a Science graduate student, you’re used to writing for academic audiences who understand your research. Industry hiring managers don’t read your materials the same way – and many won’t share your scientific background. To stand out, you need to frame your expertise in language that highlights impact, not methodology. 

This session shows you how to communicate your scientific value in a way employers immediately understand. 

Building Meaningful Connections Register here

Tuesday, February 17th, 1:30- 2:20pm

Effective networking isn’t about scripts or checklists – it’s about cultivating a mindset that helps you form genuine, lasting connections. As a Science graduate student, your ability to communicate curiosity, collaborate across disciplines, and engage thoughtfully is one of your strongest professional assets.  

This session will help you move beyond transactional networking and toward building relationships that last and support your career journey. 

Crafting your Industry Resume Register here

Thursday, March 5th 2:30-3:20pm 

Industry resumes aren’t academic CVs – they’re concise, results-driven documents that highlight how you think, solve problems, and deliver outcomes. As a Science graduate student, you bring advanced analytical and technical strengths, but you need to express them in language that non-academic employers immediately understand. 

This practical session will help you build a polished, industry-ready resume that showcases the full value of your scientific expertise. 

Cover Letters that Work Register here

Thursday, March 26th 2:30-3:20pm 

Writing about yourself can feel uncomfortable – but with the right structure, it becomes a powerful way to communicate your value. This workshop breaks down the essential components of an effective cover letter for Science graduate students and shows you how to craft a clear, persuasive narrative tailored to industry roles. 

Have your laptop ready for this practical session and start building a cover letter that showcases your scientific expertise with clarity and impact. 

Communicating Your Expertise in Interviews Register here

Wednesday, April 15th 1:30-2:20pm 

Non-academic interviews look for more than technical knowledge – they assess how you think, collaborate, and solve problems. As a Science graduate student, you already have the analytical and communication skills employers value; the key is learning how to express them in a clear, compelling way. 

This session will help you present your scientific expertise with impact and step into interviews ready to perform at your best.