​About this Event:

​HiredX: Career Strategy Clinic is a focused, hands-on educational event designed for students and early-career tech talent who want to confidently take their first steps into the job market.

​This edition is all about learning through action: understanding how hiring works today, how AI is shaping recruitment, and how to present yourself, your skills, and your projects with clarity and confidence.

​We’re creating a space where learning, feedback, and real connections happen naturally.

​🎓 Certificate of Participation

​All attendees will receive a digital Certificate of Participation from BCJobs and Northeastern University recognizing their involvement in HiredX: Career Strategy Clinic, focused on career readiness, AI, and hiring in today’s tech market.

​The certificate can be shared on LinkedIn and included in portfolios or CVs as proof of participation in a hands-on learning experience.

​📅 Date & Time:
August 14
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM

​📍 Where:
Downtown Vancouver

​Agenda & Flow:

• ​5:00 PM | Open doors

  • ​Arrive, grab a coffee, and meet other attendees before we start.

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• ​5:15 – 6:00 PM | Panel with recruiters

  • ​Hear directly from experienced recruiters on what they look for, what gets ignored, and what's working in hiring right now.

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• ​6:00 – 6:30 PM | Dale Lee: Building a resume that stands out

  • ​Learn about the types of resumes, which one fits your experience, and get practical tips to make yours land.

• ​Quick break

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• ​6:40 – 7:30 PM | Wendy Lawson: Strategies to get you unstuck

  • ​Participants will have the opportunity to observe, practice, and apply techniques that can lead to more productive networking and career discussions.

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• ​From start to finish | Resume Review table

  • ​Bring your printed resume and get personalized advice on how to improve it from the ISSofBC team.

​Who is it for?

• ​Techies of all levels.

• ​Developers & engineers, UI/UX designers, Data & analytics of all levels.

• ​Career switchers entering tech.

• ​Anyone preparing to land their first or next tech role.

​Why attend?

• ​Learn how to approach the job market with confidence.

• ​Practice talking about your work in a real setting.

• ​Get constructive, real-time feedback.

• ​Understand how AI is impacting hiring today.

• ​Meet people going through the same stage as you.

​Thanks to our Sponsors & Partners:

• ​Northeastern University – Supporting students and early-career professionals through education, innovation, and industry connections.

• ​ISSofBC Career Services – Supporting newcomers and job seekers with career guidance, skills training, and employment support across British Columbia.

​More partners to be announced soon.

​Refund Policy:

​Tickets for HiredX: Career Strategy Clinic are non-refundable.