HiredX: Career Strategy Clinic

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 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.

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.

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

Types of resumes, which one fits your experience, and practical tips to make yours land.

Quick break

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

An information interview exercise, how to introduce yourself, and how to strengthen your presence both online and offline, including your LinkedIn.

Who is it for?

Tech students.

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.