Co-op and Career Services Events Calendar

Discover Technata

Apr 2, 2025 09:30 AM to 01:30 PM

Registration Deadline: Mar 28, 2025 01:30 PM

 

This page is only registration for the shuttle bus from Carleton University to the Discover Technata Career Fair. To attend the event, you will need to register for the career fair here.

When: Wednesday, April 2 - Career Fair: 10am-6pm, Shuttle Bus: 9:30am departure from Carleton and 1:30pm return to Carleton from Brookstreet Hotel
Who this is for: Open to all students and alumni
What you will get out of it: Have the opportunity to network and connect directly with some of the biggest companies in the Kanata North tech park, all under one roof.
Where: Brookstreet Hotel, 525 Legget Drive, Ottawa

If you are serious about a successful career in tech, knowing where to start is easy: Kanata North. With the country's largest density of technology companies ranging from promising startups to leading global giants, it's a hub for R&D advancement in Canada. Start building your career in Kanata North by attending the in-person Discover Technata Career Fair on April 2!

Benefits for job seekers:

• Connect with multiple employers who are actively looking to fill all levels of positions 
• Build your professional network 
• Meet employers and learn about exciting new opportunities 
• Gain relevant industry experience 
• Sharpen your communication and interview skills 
• Registration and parking are FREE for attendees

Don't have your own transportation? A complimentary shuttle bus from Carleton University will be offered the day of the event. Please note, this page is only to register for the shuttle bus (space is limited and registration for the shuttle is first-come, first-served). You must also register for the Discover Technata Career Fair separately to allow for a seamless entry.

Bus Itinerary

• Departs from Carleton University, Nicol Building P2 at 9:30am.

• Departs from Discover Technata Career Fair at the Brookstreet Hotel at 1:30pm to return to campus.

• Please note that you are responsible for your transportation if you miss the bus. Please bring your U-Pass for alternative transportation.

Mandatory Bus Waiver

To travel on the complimentary shuttle bus you will be required to consent to the waiver form. You will not be able to register for a spot on the bus until you review and consent to the waiver attached to this page. 

You will not be able to board the shuttle bus without providing a completed waiver. 

What to Expect

• Networking opportunities and initiating conversation with employers
• Listening to employers either one-on-one or in a group setting
• High-traffic expo venue
• Exposure to constant verbal noise
• Ability to circulate fair venue at own pace

How to Prepare

1. Do your research. Review the list of attending employers, create a list of organizations you are interested in learning more about and speaking with at the fair.

2. Get your resume ready. Many employers will be accepting resumes. If you need assistance with your resume prior to the fair, please book a resume review appointment with Career Services by emailing career@carleton.ca or stop by during drop-in hours at 401 Tory (Monday-Friday, 1-4pm). Co-op students who are seeking a summer work term may see their Co-op Student Advisor for resume support.

3. Prepare your talking points. The representatives that you'll be meeting with want to learn more about you! Think of an elevator pitch about yourself (short overview about your background, what you're studying, and your career goals).

4. Have 2-3 questions ready. These could include questions about:

   • The organization

   • Workplace culture

   • Current job openings

   • What their application, interview, and hiring processes are like

   • What education and experience can set you apart from other candidates

Have a pen and paper with you so you can jot down the representatives' responses or new questions that you think of during the conversation.

6. Dress professionally and dress for success! Wear business casual attire or something you feel comfortable networking in. In addition to helping you get in the right mindset and boosting your confidence, this presents a polished image to the representative(s).

7. Follow up after the event and keep the momentum going from your meetings. Connect with the representatives you met with on LinkedIn, apply to the jobs that are a good fit for you, and plan to touch base with the representatives within a week or two after the event to maintain the connection and follow up on your applications.