Getting an Internship/Co-op

It’s easy to be intimidated by using LinkedIn. What are the hidden faux-pas? What should and shouldn’t you do? How do you even get connections? It’s really not as hard as it seems!  Here are some tips on how you can make LinkedIn work for you: Getting started with LinkedIn When you’re first crafting your […]

Freelance writing can be a beneficial way to supplement your income in between studies or other work. Many freelance writers work part-time, and it can often be a flexible position depending on what type of freelance writing job you get. Some positions might be open on a rolling basis, such as TalentEgg’s Writer/Contributor Position, but […]

In this 3-part series on Voices of Inclusion with Career Connections, we will be talking to insurance industry professionals about their rewarding career paths, getting their valuable insights on equity, diversity, inclusion and offering you insider tips on how to hatch your own career in Canada’s property and casualty insurance industry. In this first instalment […]

It can be stressful to try and secure an internship, especially when you feel unqualified or underprepared. But today, I’m here to assure you that is not the case! You have tons of skills that make you a good candidate for the job you want, even if your only experience is in fast food or […]

In this TalentEgg Talks, we speak with three guests from MNP’s Northern Ontario offices, each with their own unique career story and insights to share with you about how you can grow a rewarding career at one of Canada’s leading accounting, tax, and business consulting firms. First, Indy Linares graduated from the University of Regina […]

Did you know that it is possible to suffer burnout from job searching? Common signs of job search burnout include feeling overwhelmed or stressed by simple tasks, poor health, being more irritable and frustrated than usual, and a lack of social interaction. Though job searching can be a daunting task for any student, new graduate, […]

Gaining co-op and internship experience is crucial to the success of your career. These roles are a great way to gain work experience, learn professional soft skills, and can help you decide what field of work you want to do after graduation.  However, what you might be currently struggling with is: “How do I land […]

We have all heard the phrase, “It’s all about who you know.” Although it’s cliché, it’s not wrong either. When you invest time into your professional network, you create the opportunity to pitch yourself to recruiters and companies on your own terms. Plus, the relationships you make could influence your career trajectory, so why not make […]

Suppose you’re a student or recent graduate with little to no experience. When you have no experience, you’re probably familiar with the endless cycle of wanting a job to gain experience but coming across job postings that require applicants to possess previous work experience beforehand. As a result, this predicament can be a constant struggle […]

Today, job hunting can often be a long and often demotivating process. You may apply for a job you really are passionate about, but get rejected due to lack of experience, having your resume get lost in the shuffle or you are just unable to find something that suits your line of work. However, TalentEgg […]

Landing a dream job is never easy, but it is especially difficult during these times. The competition in the job market is rapidly increasing since the pandemic left industry professionals vying for the same roles as new grads. As a result, professionals have been losing out on job opportunities to their more experienced counterparts. Fortunately […]

Networking is an essential job-seeking strategy. To improve your chances of securing an interview for a job of your interest, you should always take the initiative to make connections with people working in the company to improve your chances. What this means is you cannot only apply to job posting websites and expect to find […]