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June 29, 2026

When your job application is up against hundreds of others, you need to craft a cover letter and résumé that grabs employers’ attention. Watch this dynamic webcast featuring an experienced hiring manager to discover how hiring algorithms filter candidates—and how to make them work for you. Power up your writing skills to improve your chances of landing that interview!

This event is presented in partnership with the UBC Career Centre and the UBC Sauder School of Business Career Centre.

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Jeremy Schifeling – Founder, The Job Insiders

Recorded June 23, 2026.

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