Career Advice from Recruiters

In this editorial piece, you will get the inside scoop from the perspective of a Global Trainee Program Coordinator and one of the Trainees she recruited. Chelsea Hill – Talent Management Analyst / Global Trainee Program Coordinator In 2019, we hired 7 Vale Global Trainees across Canada to help transform our business by bringing forward […]

If you haven’t experienced a video interview yet during your academic and professional career, we have some news: you will! Video interviews are quite common and most companies, like Bell, incorporate them at various stages of their recruitment process. But a video interview doesn’t have to be a daunting experience! In fact, it’s an opportunity […]

Recruitment season is officially here, and students and new graduates: you know what that means – networking! But in today’s new virtual normal, how can you get the same networking experience virtually? We spoke with a campus recruiter from Bell to bring you some expert tips on how to succeed at virtual networking. Minami Alguire […]

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted many businesses and industries in the past few months and working virtually has become the new normal. For many working professionals this is an adjusting experience, and for students and new grads looking to enter the workforce this can feel like a struggle.  However, as our TE Talks guest Trevor […]

At BMO, students can use their talents and interests to make a real impact. Surrounding yourself with a team where you can learn, grow and be recognized for the great work that you do is what BMO is all about. With operations spanning the globe, BMO is looking to foster new experiences with a dynamic, […]

Insurance is an essential part of virtually everything we do in life and business. And, it is at the forefront of game-changing issues like climate change, cybersecurity, AI and analytics, and the sharing economy! We recently had the opportunity to speak with Naj Mankal, a Corporate Risk Consultant who works at a Health Sciences Centre. […]

In case you missed it, we had the chance to sit down live on Facebook and Instagram with Gaby Patenaude, Talent Acquisition – Campus Recruitment at Export Development Canada to answer students and new grad career questions. During the TalentEgg Talks event she shared her company’s vision, mission and hiring practise. She explained what EDC is looking […]

ICYMI: On June 6, TalentEgg was back with another egg-citing TalentEgg Talks with Rodrigo Mall and Donna Yuen – Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Experts from Bell Canada! They answered your questions live on Instagram and Facebook about how you can hatch a rewarding career with their dynamic and innovative company. Rodrigo and Donna were able […]

While networking can sometimes feel a little scary or you might be unsure where to start, Career Fairs can be a great way to practice and hone your skills. On May 2, Career Connections hosted a career fair which introduced students and new grads to 17 top employers in the insurance industry. TalentEgg was there […]

If you missed the first part of this article that talks about setting up and preparing for the informational interview, read it here. If you think you’ve got it, read on to find out how to act and what to ask during the meeting and, arguably the most important part, how to follow up afterwards. […]

Si vous n’avez pas lu la première partie de cet article, qui aborde les façons d’obtenir une entrevue informative et de s’y préparer, vous pouvez le faire ici. Si vous pensez vous y connaître suffisamment à ce chapitre, poursuivez votre lecture pour savoir ce qu’il faut faire et demander pendant la réunion, et, surtout, comment […]

Fact (or fiction): Informational interviews are your way into a career opportunity. They are the key to getting your dream job or at least your foot in the door. They don’t take much effort or preparation, and they are basically your shortcut to getting employed. Right? Not so much. While an informational interview is a […]