Whether you want to start with free resources, follow a structured workbook, add monthly coaching, or go all-in with full-service support, Bridge to Industry helps you move from graduation to job offer with clarity and confidence.

All content and coaching are built from real-world results with STEM professionals at Mohawk College and McMaster University, making it practical, proven, and ready for your career journey.

Why Choose this Program?

Led by Shauna Richter— a former corporate leader, now coach and educator — the Bridge to Industry Program blends real-world hiring insight with practical tools proven to work with STEM graduates facing the same challenges you are.

Shauna has hired and led hundreds of STEM professionals, launched technical co-op teams, and now coaches students and new graduates to move into the industries they trained for.

This isn’t about simply “fixing” your résumé and hoping for the best. You’ll learn how to build a repeatable job search system — and the skills to use it with confidence at every stage of your career.

Testimonial

“Shauna is more than a few resume edits, or a simple bridge to connect to the industry. What she’s offering has more personal touch than any other career services, as she gives you advice for who you are and what you want in life, and she goes all out to help you reach it now or later. When you are frustrated on the job search journey, she reminds you of your accomplishments and successes which helps you to be confident and better prepare for seizing future opportunities.”

Karen Zhong, McMaster University, Master of Financial Mathematics (2024/25)

Who is it For?

The Bridge to Industry Program is designed for recent or upcoming STEM graduates who are:

  • Unsure how to move from academics into industry

  • Working, but not in the field they trained for

  • Sending out many applications but not getting interviews

  • Feeling stuck, lost, or unsure of the next step

If this sounds like you — or someone you know — you’re in the right place.

What You’ll Get

The Bridge to Industry Program helps upcoming and new STEM graduates move from “just surviving” the job search to confidently navigating their next steps.
Choose the support level that fits you best — from free self-directed tools to full coaching.

Inside the program, you’ll:

  • Set a clear career vision that matches your strengths and goals

  • Build a personal brand toolkit — résumé, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile — and learn how to use each effectively

  • Use AI tools wisely to save time and target your applications

  • Boost interview confidence with coaching and practice for behavioural, technical, and case-style questions

  • Learn to network with intention and build real industry connections you can use throughout your career

  • Gain support and accountability from an experienced coach (and from peers, if you choose a coaching option)

Testimonial

“I realized that the job I truly wanted was actually possible. Before, I felt limited to only the careers I had heard about. But after speaking with Shauna, I was introduced to more opportunities than I ever imagined—and learned how to pursue them.”

Rosemary Ekang, McMaster, Master Financial Mathematics (2024/25)

Program Structure - Two Options

🎯 Momentum Builder

Best for: Accountability and feedback to support self-directed program

🔎What you get:

  • Access to all Bridge to Industry video content (29 video series)

  • Complete digital workbook with prompts, templates, and examples

  • One 30-minute 1:1 strategic coaching call each month with Shauna
  • A simple weekly plan to keep you moving forward
  • Coaching and encouragement emails and content from Shauna for subscribers

Price: $97/month (CAD + HST) — cancel or change subscription level anytime

 🚀 Accelerator Pathway

Best for: STEM grads who want hands-on coaching, faster progress, and direct feedback on applications, networking, and interviews.

Typically, clients at this level see results within 4–6 months.

In the McMaster M-Phimac program, 18 of 20 students who worked with me secured roles in their field within this timeframe.

🔎What you get:

  • Full access to self-directed video learning + step-by-step workbook

  • One full content bundle review each month (résumé, cover letter, LinkedIn, networking emails, etc.) 

  • Two 30-minute 1:1 coaching calls each month

  • 911 Rapid Response Text/WhatsApp support

  • Bi-weekly group coaching call (exclusive to Accelerator clients)

  • Coaching and encouragement emails from Shauna

Price: $197/month (CAD + HST) — cancel or change subscription level anytime

What post graduate students at Mohawk College say about working with Shauna

“Shauna helped me come out of my shell. I now see how my previous work experience connects to real-world roles.”

“Her style encouraged deep understanding and helped me relate the concepts to my actual experience.”

“She brought out the best in me—this was definitely my favorite class of the semester.”

“Shauna is respectful, supportive, and helps guide you through every challenge without bias.”

“The way she connects real-world examples to the material really helped me understand how to apply what I was learning.”

“Her delivery is unique and exquisite. She really makes you think differently about your next steps.”

“Shauna’s approach helped me clarify my direction and gave me more confidence in how I present myself professionally.”

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Individual and Group Coaching?

Individual Coaching Sessions

These sessions are fully personalized. Each conversation starts by identifying what would be most valuable to explore. Together, coach and participant set a clear intention, dive into the discussion, and then revisit the original goal to assess the session’s value.

Participants can expect to:

  • Set the agenda based on their current needs related to job search strategy and career development
  • Explore practical strategies or mindset shifts
  • Receive focused, individualized support
  • Leave with increased clarity, confidence, or a next step

Group Coaching Sessions

Group coaching sessions are participant-driven and dynamically shaped by the needs of the group. Each session begins with a roundtable check-in, where participants share updates on the competencies they’ve been working on—what’s working, what’s challenging, and what could be even better if…

The coach facilitates the discussion and offers potential focus areas based on emerging themes. The group then decides together on the session’s topic. Before diving in, the coach asks: “How will you know you got what you needed from this session?”—and circles back at the end to measure how well the session met that goal.

Participants can expect to:

  • Reflect on progress and share insights related to leadership development
  • Co-define the session topic based on real challenges
  • Explore new strategies or perspectives in a supportive environment
  • Leave with clear takeaways or topics to explore further in 1:1 coaching

What will I learn in the self-paced video content?

What You’ll Work Through

The program is structured around six essential stages — delivered in short (between 2 to 6 minutes each), focused video lessons you can access anytime. Each theme builds your momentum and confidence and leaves you with meaningful next steps to apply a test-and-learn approach between videos.

All content is anchored by a step-by-step workbook designed to guide your thinking, capture your insights, and help you put each concept into action. It’s your roadmap for making progress — even if you’re not sure where to start.

✅ Your Career Vision

Define where you're going — based on your strengths, interests, and industry opportunities.

✅ Your Personal Brand

Craft your story, elevator pitch, resume, and LinkedIn to reflect who you are and where you're headed.

✅ Job Search Strategy

Apply smarter, not harder — with proven tactics for applications, follow-ups, and tracking.

✅ Networking Process

Learn how to confidently connect with the right people — even if you're starting from the beginning.

✅ The Hiring Process

Show up ready, relaxed, and real. Includes formats, common questions, and practice tips.

💡 Why It Works

Most grads are told to “just put yourself out there.” That’s not a strategy. This program gives you structure, tools, and real-world insight — so you can move forward with confidence and direction.

Built by a leader and coach who has hired hundreds of professionals and coached upcoming grads and early stage professionals to make the leap into industry.

Are the coaching sessions conducted in person or virtually?

All coaching sessions are virtual, either via video or phone call, depending on your preference.

Contact Shauna

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Shauna Richter, BA. Econ, PMP, CBAP, ICF ACC-C (2025)

Shauna has over 20 years of corporate experience and is an experienced coach and educator with a background in technical team development. Shauna has hired hundreds of technical professionals, lifted off 8 technical Co-op squads, and built and led technical teams in small technology start ups to multinational financial services firms. She is a Professor at Mohawk College and is a Professional Development Coach at McMaster University. She coaches upcoming grads and early stage STEM professionals to bridge from academics to industry.