Job Application Tips

At our latest TalentEgg Talks, we discussed what a successful career at Export Development Canada can look like for you. From co-op placements to entry-level and beyond, EDC is here to help you on your career path every step of the way. We spoke with Issac Sider-Echenberg and Tristan Nguyen to learn about their journey […]

A CPA Designation can open doors to careers you never even thought of! It’s not all about accounting and finance. The CPA designation can help you be recognized as an expert in any field. We spoke with Gloria Annabelle and Sean Mullin in December from CPA Ontario to discuss just what kind of roles, fields, […]

Have you ever applied to a job you really wanted and received an auto-rejection email weeks later? We’ve all been there, and it’s awful. You tirelessly wrote a cover letter and brushed up on your interview skills only to get a generic “Thank you for applying” note. Have you considered revisiting your resume formatting? Your […]

Have you ever had your resume roasted? It can be nerve-wracking, but we asked our TalentEgg community to submit their resumes for review by an IBM recruiter and many brave souls responded. For this TalentEgg Talks we selected three resumes that our President, Mary Barroll, and Susan Bebnowski, Campus Talent Acquisition Partner for IBM, critiqued. […]

Networking through informational interviews is a great way to meet new people and connect over meaningful conversations. You learn about other people’s stories and how there are numerous paths to success. Everyone’s career trajectory is entirely different and unique.  If you’re a new grad starting out in your career, it might feel daunting to reach […]

Congratulations! You’ve made it to a very important milestone in your life, graduation! And with graduation comes the next step (if you’ve selected this path), a job. The process of getting a job can be overwhelming, and you might not know where to start. However, fear not – you’re not in this alone. There are […]

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 […]

You’re probably familiar with the Honda brand. Perhaps you own a Honda made machine like a generator or a lawn mower — or, the most common: you just can’t make it down the street without passing a Honda Civic. Did you know that the Civic has been the top-selling passenger car in Canada for the […]

Having an awesome resume is a great way to land interviews and impress employers, and there are lots of ways to improve your resume without leaving your home! Add a Certification to Your Resume Other than starting a new job, what is the next best way to add to your resume? Online certifications! There are […]

So you’re not in your dream job, yet. That’s okay! You will get there soon and work your magic, but until then value the experiences and skills you’ve learned at your past or present job. Every job teaches you skills that will be valuable in your long-term career, even customer service roles like sales associate, […]

Do you change your wardrobe in between seasons? Well, just like how you might change from summer to fall clothes, your resume is something that needs the occasional revamping to keep it up to date! With the new school year and fall recruitment coming up, it’s the perfect time to make changes to your resume. […]

It’s no secret that this hasn’t been the most amazing summer for many students and new graduates. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected almost all aspects of life, and students and new graduates have been hit particularly hard. TalentEgg’s 2020 Student and New Graduate COVID-19 Career survey has shown that 77% of students and 53% of […]