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Work It: A UVic career exploration podcast

Work It: A UVic career exploration podcast

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Work It: A UVic career exploration podcast is a business podcast hosted by University of Victoria Co-op and Career Services. It has 29 episodes, with the latest published March 2026.

You spend a quarter of your life at work - you deserve to find a career you love! Hosts Katy and Emma talk with guests from across industries about their careers: what they love, what they've learned, and how they got there. Plus, you'll get actionable advice to help you succeed at work, like how to feel confident in job interviews, what to do to avoid burnout and more. Explore career options and meet your goals with Work It.

business ·en ·29 episodes

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Solving space-sized problems with Julie Claveau (BSc 2009)

2

How to change your career direction

3

Graeme Gordon (BEng 2012) lays his cards on the table

4

What can you do with your degree? A guide to getting support from your career educator.

5

Challenging discrimination and bias in law with Fiona Wong (Law, Juris Doctor, 2020)

6

Carving out a creative career: an interview with Mark Leiren-Young

7

Is grad school worth it? The pros and cons of doing a graduate degree.

8

Blending business and science to change the future of algae: an interview with Ashley and Robert Roulston

9

How co-op can help you develop a career you love

10

How networking can help you develop a career you love

11

What does self-identification mean in the workplace?

12

Is it normal to feel nervous during your interview?

13

What to do if your mind goes blank during an interview

14

What does a good cover letter look like?

15

How to overcome feeling discouraged during your work search

16

Using the interview to learn about work culture and fit

17

Should you apply to jobs if you don't have a lot of experience?

18

How to get experience in your field without a job

19

The power of switching career paths: an interview with Matt Heywood

20

How to use AI in your work search

21

Building a sustainable future: an interview with Joni founder Jayesh Vekariya

22

Preventing burnout and practicing self-care at work

23

Leading equity in public health

24

Self-advocacy and self-identification in the workplace

25

Creativity in adventure tourism

26

How to prepare for job interviews

27

Making a difference in the clean energy sector

28

How to stand out when applying for jobs

29

A career in Indigenous environmental stewardship

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