Building Your Career

The holidays are a time for showering loved ones with attention and thoughtful gifts. However, as students and early career professionals, our busy schedules make us forget that we deserve a nice gift as well—even if that gift is from ourselves! There is no shame in buying yourself a holiday gift, especially presents that are […]

When applying for jobs, the pressure to appear the most accomplished on your resume sometimes takes precedence over appearing as the most qualified. The difference between the most accomplished and the most qualified individuals depends on the job. Not all work experience applies to every job. Knowing how to tailor your resume to different jobs […]

Ever wondered what it would be like to thrive as a motivated leader? With the Leadership Development Program at TTI, you could be a part of this comprehensive campus recruiting program and join a talent pool of outstanding exceptional employees. We spoke with Jennifer Baker to learn about her experiences with the program and how […]

At CIBC, they are in the business to help their clients, employees, and shareholders achieve what is important to them. A business culture drives the company’s ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders based on shared values: trust, teamwork and accountability. CIBC is more than a bank. They are a diverse community, a supportive […]

Your current resume might not be clear-cut in terms of what types of jobs you have. In fact, it’s not uncommon to have different types of jobs listed on your resume, even if your ideal job or career is from a specific field or line of work. Having different types of jobs can be good […]

You already know that LinkedIn can help you get a job… but what about your other social media platforms? You heard it from us: you CAN use Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok to increase your chances of getting hired. Here’s how. 1. Show your unique personality Employers often check a candidate’s social media to learn about […]

Your job search is going great. You submit a top-notch application, ace the interview and wait patiently for your offer letter. Then, you finally get an email back… and feel your heart drop. It’s the scariest thing ever: a rejection letter.  How do you bounce back from rejection and keep it from happening again?  Tame […]

Receiving a job interview is a huge accomplishment, but many people experience feelings of doubt and nervousness about the process. They can’t help but think that the big day will be riddled with issues. With the spooky season approaching, here are the top interview fears and how to overcome them to ace your next job […]

Most students attending colleges and universities are considered youth, but a growing number of prospective students return to the classroom after years of working. Defined as mature students, these individuals are not applying to programs directly out of high school. Attending school as a mature student is slowly becoming the norm, as society realizes that […]

Ever wondered what it would be like to take your career abroad? With Chick-fil-A, Inc.’s International Intern Program which takes place in the Corporate Support Centre in Atlanta, Georgia, your career dreams can become a reality! We spoke with Theo Morissette to learn about his experiences with the program and how he was able to […]

It may be the season of gratitude, but there’s one thing that’s always hard to be thankful for —  negative feedback. You know that feeling when your boss asks you to step into their office for a second? When you can just feel that you messed something up? It always feels awful to hear that […]

Canada is a diverse place, and proudly so. While English, French, and indigenous languages are Canada’s main languages, its diverse societal fabric is reflected in the labour market’s growing demand for speakers of other global languages, such as Arabic. Knowing Arabic can unlock many job opportunities that would otherwise be inaccessible to non-speakers. Here are […]