First Impressions – Hiring for Industry Event: Student Information

Steps to Participate

In order to be shortlisted for an interview, you must apply for one or more of the positions posted on RRC Polytech’s career portal, Career Bridge, labeled “First Impressions”. The positions can be entry level or higher, full- or part-time, career or co-op jobs, and are either current postings or future opportunities.

Attend a First Impressions prep session
Attend a First Impressions prep session to learn more about the event, including the application and selection process, and what to expect on the day of the event. Please see schedule below.
Review First Impressions job postings
On November 25, log in to Career Bridge and under Career Job Postings, use the keywords “First Impressions” to search for First Impressions job postings
Submit your applications
Create applications tailored to each job posting you are interested in and submit them by January 9
Book your interviews
On January 31, if you have been invited to interview, you can schedule them straight from your Career Bridge Dashboard
Attend the event
On February 12, attend the event and give the employers a great first impression! You will be granted an excused absence from class to attend your scheduled interview(s).

Application and Interview Process

On November 25, log into your RRC Hub student account and click the Career Bridge icon and search for First Impressions job postings by using the keywords “First Impressions” under Career Job Postings. Submit your tailored applications for each job posting you are interested in by January 9.

Note: For more detailed information on how to apply for First Impressions job postings, register for First Impressions prep sessions via Career Bridge > Events & Workshops.

Information Session and AMA (Ask Me Anything) Meetings

Information Session and AMA (Ask Me Anything) meetings are an opportunity for students to ask specific questions related to the First Impressions – Hiring For Industry 2025 event.

Students are encouraged to watch the informational videos available on the Career Services LEARN site before attending a meeting.

November 18, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
November 19, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
December 4, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
December 4, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
January 6, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
January 6, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
February 10, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
February 10, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Registering for Information Session and AMA Meetings

Log into RRC Hub and click the Career Bridge icon
Click the “Events & Workshops” link on the left menu
From the calendar, click the session you would like to register for
Click the blue “Register for this event” button

Application Reviewing Period

After January 9, employers will review the submitted resumes and select the applicants they wish to interview via Career Bridge. Students who have been selected to interview will receive a notification via their academic email. Interview invitations will also appear on the Career Bridge Dashboard.

As employers have only 17 interview slots, it is extremely important for your cover letter and resume to be professional and tailored to each position.

For assistance in preparing a professional cover letter and resume, contact RRC Polytech’s Career Services at careerservices@rrc.ca.

Important: By accepting a scheduled interview with an employer, you have promised to show up. If something changes for you, it is your responsibility to let the employer know as soon as possible so that the interview slot is not wasted and your reputation is not tarnished. Please note that the first interviews will begin promptly at 11:15am.

Accessibility

RRC Polytech is committed to providing barrier-free access to information, educational programs, services and facilities. If you require accessibility-related accommodations for this event, please contact firstimpressionsinfo@rrc.ca. Requests should be made by February 5, 2025.

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