Dal Events

Career Catalyst Toolkit: How to secure a co-op/internship

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 19:00:00 GMT

Attend this session to:

Learn how to find and apply for co-op opportunities
Learn how to network with co-op companies.
Discover how to approach companies and find out about their co-op opportunities.
Get useful tips on how to approach employers at the Tech Career Fair.

Here We Code Tech Career Fair

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Dalhousie, Faculty of Computer Science is excited to host the second annual Here We Code Tech Career Fair. This fair is open to all post-secondary students pursuing computer science education in Nova Scotia!

Students:

Embrace your passion for computer science and connect with 40+ top-notch companies. Whether you're a coding expert or just starting your journey, this fair welcomes all post-secondary students pursuing computer science education.⁠ Don't miss this chance to explore your potential, network, and pave the way for a successful tech career!

ShiftKey Academy Up: Generative AI (4/4)

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Excited to share that we’re launching a new certification program in Generative AI this September! Led by Vansh Sood, this program offers you the chance to learn the basics of Generative AI and get hands-on experience building your own AI tools.

This free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up, generously supported by Cognizant.

Dates: September 4, 11, 18, 25
Cost: FREE!

Note: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification, as well as successful completion of assessment.

Industry Showcase: Google

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 20:00:00 GMT

The Industry Showcase series is an invaluable opportunity for all computer science students to interact with local and global tech companies. Hear from top recruiters and employees about exciting jobs, career pathways and what it’s like being a tech professional.  Learn tips and tricks on how to stand out to employers and explore unique new job opportunities in industries that may surprise you!  

Attend this session to:

Learn about the role and responsibilities of someone working in Google cloud
Get insight on new and upcoming changes in the tech sector

Industry Showcase: Communications Security Establishment

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 19:00:00 GMT

Attend this session to:

Learn about Canada’s national cryptologic agency
Learn about career opportunities within the Government of Canada’s technology security and foreign signals intelligence
Find out about the CSE’s tech stack, salary information, our hiring and security process, and benefits of working at CSE.
Participate in the CSE capture the flag (CTF) activity. Please bring your laptop/smartphone to participate.

DEFSEC Atlantic 2024 Conference

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 11:30:00 GMT

Time: 8am-5pm (session times vary)

Registration: Click here to register

Benefits of attending:

Network with employers in the Defense Industry
Meet professionals in the tech industry
All attendees have ample opportunity, through meetings, B2B programs, social events, expert panel discussions and presentations, to interact with all levels of defence, industry and government participants.

ShiftKey Lounge

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 20:00:00 GMT

ShiftKey Lounge is a collaborative project with the Faculty of Computer Science to introduce new students to all the amazing things they can do with a Computer Science education. This informal drop-in session will take place every Wednesday from October 2, 2024 until November 13, 2024.In each of these sessions, you’ll get to meet upper-year students, recent graduates, industry professionals, and advisors to help you get the tools you need to learn more about what you are most passionate about. Learn about important resources and events, what it is like to work in different fields, and ask all your curious questions at ShiftKey Lounge.

Food will be provided at each drop-in session. Registration is not required.

Details for this session:

The theme for the ShiftKey Lounge drop-in session on October 2 from 5:00PM-7:00PM is Software Engineering. To talk all things software engineering, we’ve got a great panel of guests lined up.

Yara Ahmed, FCS Alumni and Industry Professional working as a software engineer at Global Relay
Vansh Sood, upper-year BCS student and freelance software engineer
Academic Advisors in the Faculty of Computer Science

Other sessions this term:

October 9 – UI/UX
October 16 – AI
October 23 – Data Science
October 30 – Game Dev
November 6 – Cloud & Cybersecurity
November 13 – Entrepreneurship as an International

Industry Showcase: Introduction to Data Analytics with Kevin D’Aguiar

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 19:00:00 GMT

Benefits of attending:

Find out what’s required for a career in data analytics
Learn about the data analytics field and upcoming trends

Early Career Strategies for Women In Tech by CGI

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 19:00:00 GMT

Benefits of attending: 

Learn about CGI’s goals in supporting gender diversity and representation in the tech industry
Engage with CGI staff members and get their advice on starting a career in tech
Network with panel speakers

NASA Space Apps Challenge

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Get ready for an epic event! On October 5-6, 2024, the NASA Space Apps Challenge is returning to Halifax. ShiftKey Labs can’t wait to once again partner with Local Lead, Emran Billah, to welcome innovators, creators and problem-solvers to this hackathon. No matter if you’re an expert developer, a startup enthusiast, or just excited about tech, this is your chance to shine, work with awesome people, and build something incredible. You’ll get to connect with participants and mentors from across the globe, collaborate with top-notch talent and forward-thinking minds, and innovate by tackling real-world challenges with groundbreaking ideas. Plus, you’ll have the chance to compete for incredible prizes and gain some well-deserved recognition.

Date: October 5-6, 2024
Time: Schedule coming soon!
Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building
Registration: https://www.spaceappschallenge.org/nasa-space-apps-2024/2024-local-events/halifax/

ShiftKey Lounge

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 20:00:00 GMT

Food will be provided at each drop-in session. Registration is not required.

Other sessions this term:

October 9 – UI/UX
October 16 – AI
October 23 – Data Science
October 30 – Game Dev
November 6 – Cloud & Cybersecurity
November 13 – Entrepreneurship as an International

Industry Showcase: Oracle

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 19:00:00 GMT

Speech Craft Workshop with WiTS

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 20:00:00 GMT

Speech Craft Workshop with WiTS

ShiftKey Lounge

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 20:00:00 GMT

Food will be provided at each drop-in session. Registration is not required.

Other sessions this term:

October 16 – AI
October 23 – Data Science
October 30 – Game Dev
November 6 – Cloud & Cybersecurity
November 13 – Entrepreneurship as an International