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What is Career Boot Camp (CBC)?

Since 2011, the Federal Youth Network (FYN) has annually hosted Career Boot Camp (CBC), a learning series offered in partnership with the Canada School of Public Service, offering workshops, group discussions, mentoring sessions and kiosks for new and young public servants navigating their public service careers. In 2019, CBC held 15 events in 14 cities across Canada with over 2,000 learners. Since 2021, CBC is 100% virtual! From coast-to-coast-to-coast, public servants have access to his conference-style series of incredible presentations and workshops.

The CBC will give you the tools you need to take charge of your career. Don’t miss out!

We are extremely excited for CBC2022. We hope you are too!

Career Boot Camp (CBC) 2022 More information to come! Link to register available soon!

2022 Agenda

Time	Date	Title	Description	Speaker	Supporting Documents
1:00	January 18, 2022	DEMYSTIFYING THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF THE GC HIRING PROCESS	Career aspirations can only take you so far if you don’t understand the GC’s unique hiring process. Join the experts as we break down job advertisements and share frequently used terminology. You will also leave with valuable tools that you can reuse after the session.
3:00	January 18, 2022	STAND-OUT RESUME FORMATS AND TECHNIQUES	There are many ways to display the important information contained in your CV. Join various experts and explore how your resume can make a statement in any application or networking scenario.		Resumes and Cover Letters //CV et lettre de présentation
11:00	January 19, 2022	WHEN DEMONSTRATING YOUR EXPERIENCE, K.I.S.S. (KEEP IT SIMPLE S'IL-VOUS-PLAIT)	It may appear that hiring managers want lengthy applications but what they actually want is thorough but concise explanations. Can you write in plain language and find the sweet spot?		GC Application writing//rédaction de CV au GC Apolitical - Written Application - English only
1:00	January 19, 2022	STRATEGICALLY BUILDING YOUR CAREER IN THE GC	Do you think that moving up is the only direction to take your career? Is developing others part of your plan or something you dread? In partnership with the NMC, join leaders in the GC for a candid conversation about movement in ALL directions.	Partner: NMC
3:00	January 19, 2022	APPLYING TIKTOK PRINCIPLES TO INTERVIEW STORYTELLING	TIKTOK is captivating our attention in short bursts and getting messages across in record time. This is done in part by being relevant and relatable, sticking to what you are good at, and collaborating while showing the authentic you.		How to be an interview S.T.A.R.//Comment devenir une S.T.A.R. d'entrevue Apolitical - Interview Skills - English only
11:00	January 25, 2022	NOT DONE YET...EQUIP YOURSELF FOR BEYOND THE PROCESS	You survived the interview but you’re not done until you get that letter of offer. You still have work to do: references, follow-ups, informal discussions, pools, etc. We’ll talk about using each to your advantage.
1:00	January 25, 2022	INFLUENCING YOUR REPUTATION	Everyone you encounter will develop a perception about you. What will they say about you as a peer? How can you influence feelings to confirm or change their first impression?
3:00	January 25, 2022	WEIGHING VARIABLES OF DIFFERENT POSITIONS	Constant workplace evolution provides unlimited possibilities when it comes to career opportunities. What are the most important aspects of your job to you? You are the only one who has the answers so let us ask the questions.
11:00	January 26, 2022	NURTURING YOUR PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT SYSTEM	Curating your network is just the beginning: how to ensure it remains fruitful is just as important.		Networking/reseautage Social Media Profile Writing//la rédaction d’un profil sur les médias sociaux Social Media refresh// Rafraîchissement des réseaux sociaux
1:00	January 26, 2022	STRATEGICALLY BUILDING YOUR LEARNING PLAN TO CONNECT TO NEEDS	You play a crucial part in guiding your learning; your manager is only partially responsible. Learn how to create your own learning roadmap and advocate for support in achieving your learning goals.		Leveraging YOUR Learning and Performance Management Plans//Mettre à profit VOS plans d'apprentissage et de gestion du rendement
1:00	January 28, 2022	CBC POWER PANEL: ASK US ANYTHING
1:00	February 2, 2022	BE THE S.T.A.R. OF YOUR OWN INTERVIEW	This 1:1 feedback session will evaluate your use of the S.T.A.R. method in real time. REGISTRATION DECEMBER 2021. LIMITED CAPACITY.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Who can attend CBC? While the Federal Youth Network caters to public servants in the first 5-10 years of their career, CBC is open to all Federal public servants.

How do I register? Registration is available in English and French.

Are the VLS sessions in December required to attend CBC? The January 11th session and all of the December Virtual Learning Series programming is optional, but it is intended for those who want to optimize their experience. To view video recordings of past sessions, visit our YouTube channel.

How does a virtual conference work? CBC does not require workshop selection so once you register, you may attend the events that interest you. We do recommend that you get manager approval and block time in your calendar to dedicate to the sessions you wish to attend. If you do not internally dedicate time to CBC, work will take over and you will miss this once-a-year opportunity!

Do I need to have a GCCampus account to register for CBC? You do not need to use your GCCampus account to register, but we do recommend that you use your GC email if possible. This way, we can identify that you are a public servant.

Will my manager allow me work time to attend the events? Check with your manager to find out what rules are in place in your department for learning and development. If necessary, complete a learning application to ensure time is set aside for you to attend the conference. Ensure that you continue to put Career Boot Camp into your annual Learning Plan. Highlight to your manager that it is free this year and there is no travel required.

Can I attend all of the CBC events? You are welcome to attend as many CBC events as you wish. Do keep in mind that some sessions are duplicated to offer a choice of official language.

Can students attend? Students currently working in the GC are welcome to attend.

What are the other events (book chat, twitter chat, mixers, etc.)? There are many types of learners, so we have other learning opportunities planned during CBC. These events will take place after hours (for most regions), allowing for full attendance of those working in operations.

What time code do I use? Talk to your manager about coding your time, if necessary

When will I get the links to the sessions? The links to the sessions will come in a reminder email from CSPS closer to the event. If you received your confirmation of registration, you should expect your reminder to go to the same email address.

How do I know who the speakers are? Can I get access to their bios? Speaker bios for each session are available!

Will sessions be recoded? The sessions will be recorded but not all recordings will be available for viewing due to accessibility and official language regulations. For this season, we recommend attending in-person.

What platforms do I need in order to attend? You will need access to Zoom, the internet, and http://collaboratevideo.net/test/cs

My department does not support Zoom. Can I still participate? If your work devices do not support Zoom, we suggest you use a personal device to attend these sessions.