SAIT Update 05.12.2020
What a semester #hereatsait
You made it. ❤️💜💙
If you're returning in the fall, we'll keep you posted with SAIT news and campus updates throughout the summer.
For those graduating, huge congrats 🙌 — stay tuned for celebration info.
Stay safe. Stay well. Have a great summer!
Get help, get hired: Job interviews 101
Great news! They got your resumé, you got the call. Now what?
A job interview can be the most exciting and nerve wracking part of advancing your career. Be prepared with some great advice for before, during and after your interview.
💻 Bonus: Tips for video interviews
If you're job hunting right now, chances are a video interview may be in your future. Try these tips and put your best virtual self forward.
- Treat it like an in person interview, dress accordingly.
- Test your technology the day before, do a practice run on the chat software you'll be using with a friend — and book a practice interview with a Career Advisor!
- Use a small, professional looking space or background.
- Don’t stare at yourself. Look at the interviewer. Place a sticky note over your video.
- Avoid distractions — lock out the pets, kids and partners.
👉 All SAIT students and alumni have ongoing access to My Career Hub and support from Career Advancement Services. Reach out!
LEADS: SAIT Student Leadership Program
Apply to be a student leader for the 2020/21 academic year — join the LEADS program!
As a student leader, you’ll build your skills through hands-on work experience, leadership training and professional development opportunities throughout the year.
👉 Explore current positions and apply now! Training begins Aug. 27.
Reminder: Claim your CCR by May 15
It's time to add your co-curricular activities to your record. All activities must be posted to your co-curricular record (CCR) by May 15 so they can be validated. Given current circumstances, you'll be eligible for CCR as long as you have completed at least 80% of activity requirements. Log in to My Career Hub to get started.
Check in with yourself and check out these resources
Support during times of uncertainty
👉 See contact info, self-help resources and 8 ideas for coping with isolation
Technical support
💻 Find login, software and troubleshooting info
We've got you covered
👉 Services are still available + contact info
Financial hardship
✉️ If you're a current SAIT student experiencing financial hardship, we may be able to help — contact early.alert@sait.ca.
Take time out for mindfulness
⏳ Help improve memory and reduce negative emotions
Current information and a set of evolving FAQs are available at sait.ca/covid19.