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You just finished writing your final exam, completed your year-end class assignments, and logged out of your zoom lecture for the last time. Now what?  When you watch your peers celebrate their career plans on social media, it is easy to become isolated, envious and more common than it seems to begin comparing their accomplishments […]

It’s an exciting new chapter worth celebrating when you finally land that summer internship or start your new job. Although, how can you make a great first impression and fit right in with the company culture while working remotely? Here are some ways you can make an outstanding first impression while transitioning into your new […]

Insurance.  You might think of home, auto, or even other types of personal property!  But, there’s a whole lot more to it.  In fact, the industry touches a wide array of areas including agriculture, the world of business (e.g. financial institutions), analytics, cyber security, autonomous vehicles, drones, cannabis, AI, and more… We sat down with […]

February is a time when we celebrate Black heritage and the promising outlook of Black futures. In conjunction with Black History Month, TalentEgg is showcasing four agents for change who are driving the course and culture of the Afro-Canadian narrative. Meet Dr. Afua Cooper Find out more about Afua Dr. Cooper is an accredited scholar […]

Last year when we met Olivia Efford, she was one year into the Leadership Development Program (LDP) with Chick-fil-A. At that time, she was working as a Grand Opening Supervisor poised to open Toronto’s first Chick-fil-A location. Today, she’s a recent graduate of the program and is getting ready to operate and open her own […]

At our latest TalentEgg Talks, we sat down with students and grads from Rogers Communication to talk about their journey from Co-op to full-time! They shared tips and tricks on applying to co-op and internship positions with Rogers, and the supportive culture that has helped them advance their careers. They all want students to know […]

Do you have a video interview coming up? Interviews can be nerve-wracking but a bit of preparation and practice will help you build confidence and make a good impression. Here are 5 tips on how you can excel your next video interview and show your true self. Use the STAR method to prepare answers The […]

On November 27, 2020, TalentEgg, Career Connections and the Insurance Institute of Canada virtually hosted the final round of the Case Competition where the final five teams competed for the shot at getting the top prize!  Post-secondary students and recent graduates from across Canada, sent in their resumes and video introductions via TalentEgg’s Candidate Video […]

What does a career in the insurance industry look like? Is it all about selling homes, cars and life insurance? Absolutely not! For our latest TalentEgg Talks, we sat down with six insurance industry professionals to bust common myths and misconceptions about a career in the insurance industry.  Watch the video below to find out […]

So, you’ve just experienced your first major failure at work. What do you do now? We live in a time where workplaces are more competitive than ever, and the pressure to be perfect can make instances of failure seem earth-shattering. You may feel as if you’ve ruined your reputation, proven yourself incompetent, or lost your […]

Congratulations, you’ve been hired for an internship or co-op position! Whether the job is in-person or virtual, you’re probably a complete bundle of emotions — excitement, relief, and nervousness. Your internship will be short so make it worthwhile! It’s vital that you absorb as much information, knowledge and practical experience as possible. Internships look great […]

The pandemic has changed the way we work and attend school. From attending virtual lectures to job seeking, interviewing, and completing a co-op are all virtual.  A virtual internship is beneficial for many reasons: it looks great on a resume, shows you’ve made an effort to stay busy during this difficult time, and it prepares […]