Industries
Name two organizations who have partnered with U of T in the Job Shadowing Program
Responses vary
This is the process of spending time with a professional to observe their daily tasks and ask questions about their career.
What is job shadowing?
Which U of T staff oversees the Job Shadowing Program?
Who is Joselyn Wong
I use creativity and various art forms to help people express emotions and cope with challenges. What am I?
Art Therapist
The industry with the largest representation of JS hosts is...
a) Environment & Engineering
b) Government
c) Health Services
d) Education
e) Arts, Music & Entertainment
Education
The term for skills like communication, teamwork, and adaptability—valuable in any career.
What are transferable skills?
The Job Shadowing placement comprises of what 3 core components?
1. Career conversations
2. Workplace culture conversations/workplace tour
3. Career Learning Activity
While creativity is essential, this professional also needs knowledge of building codes and engineering principles.
Architect
From which industry have we not had a host this year:
a) Retail
b) Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
c) Telecommunications
d) Scientific Research & Development
e) Printing & Publishing
Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
Where did the word 'career' come from?
originates from the French word "carriere," meaning "road" or "racecourse," which stems from the Latin word "carrus," meaning "chariot" or "wagon"
How long has the job shadowing program been around for?
2012
Though known for working with the law, this professional also needs strong research, writing, and negotiation skills.
Lawyer