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Summer is officially here – do you have your summer job yet? When the end of the school year winds down, students across Canada begin the tedious and often stressful process of applying for summer jobs, programs and internships. For many students, summer is the time to make the most amount of money possible, working […]

IBM is known for innovation when it comes to technology. This reputation translates to everything the company does, including their humanitarian work. IBM has a long history of Corporate Social Responsibility, but has taken this a step further with its Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program. Since 2008, this program has sent 500 high performing / […]

Vous êtes-vous déjà demandé ce que les représentants commerciaux itinérants font chaque jour? Chaque travail dans la vente est différent et travailler chez Sysco est assurément une expérience unique. Lisez ce qui suit pour découvrir comment ces deux jeunes diplômés ont commencé leur carrière dans les ventes chez Sysco! Rachel Thistle Représentante commerciale itinérante Trent […]

Have you ever wondered what Outside Sales Representatives do every day? Every sales job is different, and working at Sysco is surely a unique experience. Read on to find out how these two recent grads hatched their careers in sales at Sysco! Rachel Thistle Outside Sales Representative Trent University Durham, Marketing and Entrepreneurship Post Graduate […]

The first image that pops into mind is a relaxed person lounging around in PJs with a coffee in hand and a laptop sprawled on the couch. Contrary to popular belief, remote work is anything but a vacation. In reality, remote work requires enormous amounts of time management, communication, and independence skills. With over 70% […]

Don’t enjoy being stuck in a strict time frame of 9-5? Do you find you’re not always creative and efficient between these times? Working from home could suit your lifestyle. I have been working from home for a market research company while pursuing my undergraduate degree for 9 months now. At first, I was very […]

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services is transforming its culture from within. Earlier last year, the office went under construction, removing walls and breaking barriers between departments to open up the workspace. Open workspaces are becoming a big trend in corporate environments in an effort to open up lines of communication, increase inclusivity in the workplace, and encourage […]

Social media seems to be growing in popularity every day. From connecting with friends and family on Facebook, scanning through the news on Twitter, to picking out your next vacation by searching #vacation on Instagram, social media is an integral part of our lives. What you post, when you post and how you post all […]

Finding a place to work that is right for you can be challenging. Your job is essentially your second home. It’s the place where, besides your actual home, you spend the most amount of time in your life. A good workplace culture can make your job a lot more comfortable, but it all depends on […]

You may be familiar with the term “character”. This is where the magic of soft skills comes into play. It’s a broad term for the non-technical more human aspects of someone’s qualifications. This can show up as charisma or the ability to collaborate effectively. Soft skills differentiate and shape you as a well-rounded individual with […]

Networking as a professional can be the key to your next job. The purpose of networking is to meet people who have similar professional interests as you – like making friends! Making friends as a professional is similar to making friends in university—minus the parties and dorm rooms. It can be nerve-wracking for some and […]

The questions we ask ourselves when fine-tuning our resume usually go like this: What makes me a valuable candidate for this job? What is it I have to offer? How can I demonstrate that in as few words as possible? What often sets ideal and weak applicants apart is their versatile skill set. Employers sifting […]