Jobs + Internships

Most student jobs are okay at best but what if next summer, you could run your own business, enhance your resume, and set yourself up for success after graduation? With the Student Works Management Program, you now have that opportunity. We asked ten past Student Works operators at the University of Guelph for their thoughts…

Most student jobs are okay at best but what if next summer, you could run your own business, enhance your resume, and set yourself up for success after graduation? With the Student Works Management Program, you now have that opportunity. We asked ten past Student Works operators at Concordia University for their thoughts and reviews…

Having the right skills on your resume can be the key to landing that dream job you want after graduation. Most employers today want more than just a degree, so impressive skills can be the secret ingredient that shoots your resume to the top of the pile. But how do you foster these coveted skills…

Most student jobs are okay at best but what if next summer, you could run your own business, enhance your resume, and set yourself up for success after graduation? With the Student Works Management Program, you now have that opportunity. We asked nine past Student Works operators at Queen’s University for their thoughts and reviews…

It’s not too early—secure the summer job that gives you valuable skills and business experience with Student Works. Yes, they’re already hiring for next summer. It’s truly never too early to work on securing your next job and taking steps towards your eventual career. This is the moment to act if you want to avoid…

Recapping the biggest takeaways from the Student Works Management Program’s recent Leaders of Tomorrow summit on student success. On Tuesday, October 19, hundreds of aspiring student leaders tuned in to hear from global executives Nick Eaves (COO of MLSE) and Kristi Herold (Founder/CEO of JAM and Sport & Social Group) led in discussion by Chris…

Most student jobs are okay at best but what if next summer, you could run your own business, enhance your resume, and set yourself up for success after graduation? With the Student Works Management Program, you now have that opportunity. We asked five past Student Works operators at Wilfrid Laurier University for their thoughts and…

Have you heard about Student Works? It’s an all-encompassing summer job program that will have you running your own business. This opportunity basically acts like rocket fuel for your future job prospects but…it’s not for everyone. So, are you the right fit? Keep reading to find out. Student Works typically meets with upwards of 7,000…

Most student jobs are okay at best but what if next summer, you could run your own business, enhance your resume, and set yourself up for success after graduation? With the Student Works Management Program, you now have that opportunity. We asked eleven past Student Works operators at Western University for their thoughts and reviews…

Watch Stephen Sills’s talk about how student job hunters can hack their job search using personal branding, websites, and networking. As a part of our SLN Workshops guest lecture series, Stephen Sills spoke all about leveraging the personal network you’ve already built, how to research companies you’re interested in, and easy resources to create your…

We’ve compared some of the top computer science gigs among recent grads in Canada so that you don’t have to.

Your alarm goes off late. You rush through the shower, spill multiple cups of coffee, and finally drop at your desk for your full-time job summer internship like you jumped out of an airplane. Welcome to your life as an adult human being. It’s not so bad. Except that, surrounding you, there are a dozen other interns…

As a student, have you ever been keen on working at the local fast food or coffee chain for the entirety of your summer? Especially as your friends are out and about playing in the sun (finally). Societal and parental pressure kicks in, however, and you’re driven to find a job the minute the semester…

I need money. No, I’m not begging you personally for a donation, I’m just stating a fact. I need money to pay rent, internet, food, gas, insurance, and all that other nonsense. I figure chances are pretty high that you need money, too. Going to school is expensive. Being alive is pretty costly, especially in…

Job interviewing can be intimidating. But you don’t need me to tell you that. At this point, you’ve probably at least sat through one interview, even if it was for a part-time job at a fast food chain in high school. The thing is, I feel like it’s next to impossible to be an expert…

Job hunting is painful, but you can learn from my mistakes. I dropped out of journalism school after a semester. Some of my former classmates (and anyone who has ever disagreed with one of my op-eds) might tell you that was a mistake. But I just didn’t feel like spending thousands of dollars to learn about something…

Editor’s note: This article was originally published in 2017 but remains a strong guide for how to embrace failure and find success in resilience. I want you to imagine yourself in my shoes for a second. You’re 20 years old and it’s the summer between your third and fourth/final year of undergrad. (For a lot…

How exactly do you go from small-town hockey ref to scoring a job at the NHL? Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in 2016 and while certain hiring processes may have changed, the overall advice for connecting with the right people, keeping track of your network, and landing a dream job at the NHL remains…

As students, we are often so focused on our schooling (and paying for said schooling) that we pass on the great opportunities that student volunteering can offer. Volunteering is a great way to get some experience in the field that you are hoping to work in post-graduation. Conversely, it can also be to simply lend…

My four years as a full-time student were the best of my life. Even though some days I didn’t realize it or appreciate it, as a recent grad, I definitely do now. As a college or university student, you might not be able to wait for graduation day. You finally get to say goodbye to…

On a job hunt right now? The job market is understandably not great, which makes having the best student resume possible a must. We pulled this article out of the SLN archives you have an easy-to-follow list of dos and don’ts when crafting your resume and cover letters. Before Applying You should apply for a…

Tons of students go to college or university to kickstart a career but sometimes that’s not enough. So what happens if you study even further? Are you actually guaranteed a better career after grad school? Will a master’s or PhD make the difference? There are a lot of reasons why people pursue post-secondary education. They want…

Through a survey, we discovered that 49% of students feel unqualified for a job in their field. It’s called Impostor Syndrome. And a staggering 70% of millennials have experienced it. I was one of them. Never heard the term before? It’s a concept that describes individuals who have an inability to internalize their accomplishments. They have a…

How do you write a resume with no experience? Here are four simple tactics to get you started on finding valuable experience, connecting with mentors, and getting employed by graduation. “How am I supposed to get a job when I don’t have any experience?” Experience is like the answer to a frustrating riddle. Every job…

Before even graduating, Pete Ryan already had a full-time job waiting for him. Now, he’s working with The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times and it didn’t take any unpaid internships to get there. Editor’s Note: Originally published in 2017, this article is a great reminder of the value of putting yourself out…

Before becoming an on-air news reporter for the CBC, Alison Chiasson flunked out of Western University. Which is weird. I knew Alison in high school. She was a total overachieving keener. Then at Western, Alison hosted an on-campus talk show called The Big Purple Couch. I always just assumed that if anybody had their life figured…

If you want to be hired as a nurse, here’s what you’ll need to impress a Level One Hospital nurse recruiter. Editor’s Note: This article was originally published before COVID-19 and while certain hiring processes may have changed, the overall advice for building a nursing resume, impressing during your interview, and landing a top nursing job…

Before applying to any job, make sure you put together a good resume using this easy checklist. The modern workplace is constantly changing but the need for a good resume has remained a constant. Without a strong resume, your application may be glanced at for less than 20 seconds and thrown out on the spot.…

Looking for a career in the tech industry? The right certifications can make all the difference. For example, keep reading to see the doors that a Microsoft Azure certification could open for you. When it comes to improving yourself and your job prospects, many students and young professionals have turned to online workshops as a…

Ah, Christmas Break—time to sit back, relax and…start hunting for a summer job? Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in 2014. Some of the stats may be a little out of date but the sentiment remains, it’s never to early to find the right summer job or internship. You don’t want to make it…

We’ve been led astray. I still remember the moment when my future was dictated to me. I sat in one of those faded blue chairs with skinny steel legs. My high school guidance teacher took a quick look at me. He then glanced at my grades sitting idly on his computer and said: “Go to university.…

Discover how Jessica Franzman, a first-time entrepreneur, transformed her life as a result of the coaching form Student Works. If you’re planning for your future career, you should listen to the Leaders of Tomorrow podcast. It’s where you can find insider tips and interviews from the 8-figure Student Works Management Program to help you realize…

Discover how Zack Kembar went from disorganized and unmotivated student to having a career in finance at Goldman Sachs. If you’re planning for a successful career in finance, you might want to listen to the Leaders of Tomorrow podcast. It’s where you can find insider tips and interviews from the 8-figure Student Works Management Program…

Listen to how Kristen Cornell learned career skills early on that allowed her to advance her accounting career. If you’re dreaming of a successful career in accounting, you should be listening to the Leaders of Tomorrow podcast. It’s where you can find insider tips and interviews from the 8-figure Student Works Management Program to help…

Hear how Joe MacLean used a formative summer experience to transform from an underachieving student into an eventual New York investment banker. If you’re dreaming of a successful career in finance as, say, an investment banker, you should be listening to the Leaders of Tomorrow podcast. It’s where you can find insider tips and interviews…

Tips on how you can use the experience you pick up as a student to propel yourself ahead in your career as an accountant, a consultant, or eventually, a c-suite executive. If you’re already thinking ahead to your career, you should be listening to the Leaders of Tomorrow podcast. It’s where you can find insider…

Discover how you can start on your entrepreneurial path, right now. Even if you’re still a student, your digital entrepreneurship doesn’t have to wait. Young business leaders and student entrepreneurs keep listening to the Leaders of Tomorrow podcast. What are they hoping to find in hearing these interviews and insider tips from the 8-figure Student…

Trying to figure out how to get your school and work life together? Don’t worry. You’re not alone. Managing school can be tough on its own. But throw a job (or two) in there and you may find yourself drowning in a sea of stress. Over the past three years, I’ve made mistakes and learned…

Landing a new part-time job is a thrill…but that thrill can go away pretty quickly. And when it comes to potentially dealing with rough hours, crappy bosses, or lots of schoolwork, being a full-time student with a part-time job (or two or three) can be a real ass-kicker. Here’s what really happens when you’re a…

Congratulations! You’ve successfully landed an interview, except it’s a phone interview. And you can’t stand talking on the phone. How do you get through it without losing your cool? With these tips, you will feel more confident—and be memorable—while talking with any future phone interviewer! So, take a deep breath and let’s begin. TIP 1: PREPARE…

If you find job interviews a) awkward, b) scary, c) stressful, or d) all of the above, trust us – you’re not alone. After all, while you can take your time sprucing up your resume and crafting a killer cover letter, interviews literally put you on the spot and that can be pretty nerve-wracking. Especially…

Is there one thing students can do to land the best jobs in the market? We asked CIBC’s HR guru to find out. This interview was originally published on May 8, 2017. Why do young people struggle so much to land their first job? Yes, there are a lot of macro factors. The economy isn’t stellar.…

There’s no doubt that times are changing, and they aren’t slowing down for anyone. So, making money online has become increasingly popular for folks that want to fill any financial gaps caused by this weird economy we got goin’. It may be really daunting to enter the world of making money online, but I believe…

“I’m broke, I’m exhausted, I already have a million things to do—and you want me to work for free!?” Such is the conundrum of an unpaid internship. Alright, alright—just hear me out. All throughout postsecondary, you’re doing unpaid work. Writing papers, completing extensive readings, participating in labs, lectures, and tutorials, commuting to and from campus—the…

Watch Stephen Sills’s talk about how to grow your personal brand and make yourself a better job candidate using personal websites. As a part of our SLN Workshops guest lecture series, Stephen Sills spoke all about the best website builders, where to find royalty-free photography, and what to include on your own personal websites. You…

Nowadays, phone companies like Apple and Samsung are implementing features so that your phone camera settings act like an actual professional camera you see on picture day. There’s a chance that you don’t know how to find the right settings to make your Instagram photos look just right. Do not fret dear reader because I…

By Christi H It may come as a surprise to many of us, but those all-nighters we pulled and 30-page papers we wrote do not automatically earn us our dream career. Oftentimes, they don’t even land us a clue as to what this dream career may be. Job searching is much harder than it looks,…

By Frances Cole Jones Agree and Add “Agree and add” is the first rule of improvisational theater. An impromptu job interview can work a lot like this. In the business world, this means your answer to a question such as, “Can you come in this afternoon at 3?” is, “Yes, of course.” Not, “I think…

By Frances Cole Jones Recently, I was speaking with a mastermind behind hiring for a nation-wide sales force, and found what he said so interesting that I wanted to pass it along to you. Job candidates, keep reading! He told me that he makes it a practice not to call candidates back until they have…

By Daneal Charney (the same goes for your teacher, your parent, etc.) There will be times when you’ll need to be a chameleon in order to save a relationship with the person in charge. Early in my career, I had a control freak boss who made me crazy. She had a high need for detail…

Be 100-percent present By Daneal Charney Now I know you consider yourself a great multi-tasker but you can’t be doing something while listening. You’re either in or out. If you are out (thinking of what is next, a good story, etc.), chances are the other person knows that and assumes you don’t respect them. That’s…

By Frances Cole Jones At the moment, post-secondary graduates nationwide are sending out effective cover letters. Many of which come to me for pre-sending inspection. Here is a list of three things every graduate should keep in mind when writing effective cover letters. HR Directors aren’t there to make your dreams come true. Don’t begin…

By Ron Marken What can you do with an English degree in Chaucer, T. S. Eliot, or essays on the cultural effects of 18th-century poetry? Allow me to answer that question four ways. Teaching Firstly, you can teach. My father insisted farming and teaching are the most important vocations of any in the world. “One…

By Frances Cole Jones There appears to be an epidemic of inappropriateness pervading the job interview world. Job interviews are nerve-racking. Therefore, receiving unclear questions can shake us up. One person got a question that left her, literally, speechless—and one wasn’t so much disconcerted by the question as to the manner in which it was…

By Frances Cole Jones Job Interview Dos: 1. Remember that 7% of your impact comes from the words you say; 38% from how you say it (your tonal quality); and 55% from what your body is doing while you’re speaking. (UCLA study). Take this job interview seriously. 2. Know that “you” is the most persuasive…

By Frances Cole Jones These days, the value of internships for gaining the skills and building the relationships necessary to propel you to the top of the admissions heap is more important than ever. When everyone’s transcript looks alike, world experience is an invaluable way to set yourself apart. And an informational interview can help…

By Ericka L Earlier this year, with my graduation date looming, I struggled to find meaning in my Sociology degree. Where would it take me? Who was going to hire me? What transferable skills had I gained in my four years at Wilfrid Laurier University and where would I be working next year? When I…

By Daneal Charney Whether you like it or not, people are talking about you. You don’t need to be a celebrity like Ashton Kutcher, a politician like Barack Obama, or an entrepreneur like Gary Vaynerchuk to start building your personal brand. What you do need is an identity rooted in your passions and a desire…

Applying for jobs through an online portal is a solemn, solitary slog that I wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy. Luckily, LinkedIn has some new data that can help! It doesn’t matter if you’re applying for an internship, part-time work, or your first job out of school. What you’re undoubtedly in for is spending an…

We asked LinkedIn how you can be a better candidate to work at the hottest startups in Canada. When you think of working at a “startup”, you might picture the beanbag chair filled Facebook or Google campuses. There’s a chef-prepared breakfast, smoothie bar and puppy room (which is somehow, miraculously, always stocked with puppies). But…

Eclectic interiors. WFH Fridays. Brands that generate an indisputable shift within their industry, and communicate with their consumers on the regs. No wonder young professionals, like Steve Hann, are inclined towards a job in marketing. I became fixated on understanding Canada’s hiring climate as a recruiter for finance and accounting professionals. While I wanted to…

There is competition for jobs anywhere you go. That’s simply a fact. However, the most in-demand jobs that recent post-secondary graduates are interested in can vary by what’s highest-paid and what are considered to be the best jobs in Canada. So, where does your dream job fit in? Best Jobs in Canada According to Canadian…

I know what you’re thinking from the title. Using social media like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for networking? Sounds ridiculous! Unfortunately, the days of keeping our personal and professional lives apart are at an end. Social media is on the rise! Although certain sites like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram were made for personal use rather…

Chris Thomson is the Head Coach of Student Works Management Program in Eastern Canada which recruits, trains and supports students to run home painting and window cleaning businesses. Over his storied career, he has had the opportunity to mentor numerous young entrepreneurs who have gone on to conquer the business world. We recently sat down…

Three ways to gain work experience before you even graduate! There comes a time in every student’s life when they’re taking a gander on Indeed.com or LinkedIn and realize one thing. Those job interests—even the entry-level ones—require at least some work experience. The problem is, you’re still in school and haven’t yet had a full-time…

Make your job search a little bit easier with these helpful strategies! Job searching is the most humbling experience ever. For example, you may feel like you have it in the bag, only to get a rejection email. I feel your pain. In fact, I once applied for a job on a Friday (I was…

Mentorship can be an amazing accelerator for your career. A mentor can share their SIWIKE “Stuff I Wish I Knew Earlier”. The information they would have liked to have known when they were in school. For you, that SIWIKE is often stuff you didn’t even know you needed to know. And for all the importance…

Writing a cover letter can be tricky. Here are some tips to help you stand out! Express your interest in the position Especially if this is what you’d consider your dream job. Don’t be afraid to express how excited you are about the position. And make it clear that you’ve been following the company for…

The Student Works Management Program gives students a chance to try entrepreneurship within a highly supportive environment. Participants learn to manage all aspects of a business from hiring, to project management, marketing, sales, and operations. Perhaps even more valuable, the Student Works program exposes students to a network of talented mentors who empower them with…

So you want to make an impact in the business world? You have to prepare for greatness! Skills are necessary for anything in life, however, successful business entrepreneurs identify with 8 key traits. Skills such as perseverance, negotiation, entrepreneurship, leadership, responsibility, accountability, resilience, and collaboration are always appealing – no matter what industry you’re leaning…

When you’re ready to apply for your dream career, you absolutely NEED the right skills. Skills such as perseverance, negotiation, entrepreneurship, leadership, and responsibility are always appealing – no matter what industry you’re leaning towards. So, why not land a summer job with Student Works honing in on this special skill set? Additionally, these sort…

Sometimes getting fired makes you cry in public. Other times it’s an opportunity to explore options you never knew you had. Most of the time it’s a little bit of both. So, have a good cry on the bus (we recommend wearing sunglasses while you do this), dust yourself off, and figure out how to make…

These five tips are sure to impress your boss this summer! Ah, summertime. Warmer weather, greener scenery, exciting events, and more free time! Lol jk. Chances are you’re spending most of your time working this summer. And for those of you who are starting their first summer job or internship, it can be intimidating. You’re…

It seems unfair. You’ve worked hard throughout your university or college only to work hard to find that first job. It doesn’t even feel like those years of studying give you much of an advantage. So why did you work yourself so far into debt, right? Well, I’m here to tell you two things. First…

There are a few ways in which your crush and your recruiter are exactly the same. You hate when they reschedule. You seem to have intractable word vomit whenever they call. And you’re always wondering what they say about you to their co-workers (or if they even bother talking about you at all). I worked…

Work can be demanding. It may be our sole focus from 9AM – 5PM on a regular day. This can lead to a large amount of pressure being placed on YOU (who wants that?). Dust some of that pressure off and change your mundane routine by introducing hobbies to your week! Whether they are athletic,…

Student Life Network is growing and looking for a strong leader to act as the Assistant Director of Yconic. Your job will be to support the team by strategically growing one of Canada’s largest student communities and resources. Who We Are Yconic’s powerful resources enable Canadian students to discover their dream school, get advice from…

What’s the secret to running a massive business like IKEA Canada? It’s all about the story. IKEA is the world’s largest furniture retailer and they haven’t stayed that way just because. One of the reasons for their success, at least for IKEA Canada president Michael Ward, is always looking for that next thing. The Globe…

So, you want to live like those people who work from wherever and get paid? As rewarding as being a digital nomad is, it’s not all glamorous lifestyles while carrying a laptop to luxurious beaches. Becoming a digital nomad takes real, hard work. Depending on how much money you turn out in a year can…

I thought I’d get real here and give some networking tips that go beyond the vague “make connections” advice you get at every networking event. I’m here to talk about volunteering. Remember how we had to complete that compulsory 40 hours of volunteer work to graduate high school? Many of you probably got it out of…

Resumes, cover letters, and personal branding… what does it all mean and where do they differ? Are resumes and cover letters part of your personal brand? So many questions, so many options, and so much confusion. I get it. We’ve all been there and (surprise!) all these things don’t go away once you land a…

Whether you’ve been in the same position for a while or you’re an intern hoping to make it to the full-time roster of employees, getting promoted can be one of the most exciting moments in your career. However, the promotion you’ve been waiting for isn’t going to drop out of the sky. You’ll need to…

As a new professional starting out and looking for experience, networking and meeting people can be very helpful in shaping your career. But how does one network? Raise your hand if you feel like you don’t know how to network. If you raised your hand, you’re not alone. Most new professionals feel like they don’t…

Forget about a traditional job application. McDonald’s is now serving hungry Canadian job seekers unique ‘Snapplications’. A ‘Snapplication’ to McDonald’s is exactly what it sounds like and our staff at Student Life Network is lovin’ it! For the first time in Canada, McDonald’s—one of the largest employers of youth in the country—will be using Snapchat…

Your curriculum vitae aka “CV” is a document that provides an extensive summary of your experience and skills including your academic background, awards, degrees, research, publications, among other achievements. Typically, this is much lengthier than a resume. How far back should a CV go? When you apply for a job, your CV will be one of the first…

So, you’re looking for a job … Do you want part-time employment? Full-time? An internship? What companies are you researching? What kind of work do you want to do? Are there any openings? Should you be applying for them right now? ??? There are too many questions to ask yourself before applying for a job, but…

Summer feels so far away but people are already locking down summer jobs. If you’re looking for a way to have fun and get paid next summer, you should consider becoming a camp counsellor. Maybe you already have a summer job lined up, or maybe you’re still looking for one. If you’re in high school,…

Job hunting can be difficult. It can even be intimidating if you’ve never applied for a real job before. By real, I mean jobs that are actually related to what you want to do in your career. And building a resume might leave you stumped. What should I include? What sort of terminology do I…

Technology is always evolving, which changes the way we network. Now there are different, and often confusing, avenues to meet people. Networking has turned into a worldwide opportunity where you can connect with anyone, anytime, anywhere. And it’s not all about LinkedIn either—even though that’s a huge part of it. There are many ways to network…

SLN Creators is featuring Usama Siddiqui, a graduate of Seneca College’s Visual Effects for Film and Television program. Now based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Usama has successfully made the transition from high school through post-secondary all the way to his dream job. As an FX Artist with Sony Pictures Imageworks, he most recently worked on…

It finally happened! The job you’ve been searching for has a vacancy and you are the perfect candidate for the position. Are you ready to apply? If the answer isn’t an automatic YES because you aren’t absolutely sure about the application process, then you probably need these tips! Thoroughly Read The Job Description Don’t skim…

In university, I majored in Professional Writing. The classes in my major were small, with only about 25-35 students per class. There was lots of group work, so we got to know everyone pretty well. My classmates and professors knew me as a pretty sarcastic person who joked around a lot. I didn’t always fit…

When I first started applying for internships, it was hard to know where to begin. I’d seen job postings on LinkedIn. I’d heard of Indeed.com. But I’d also heard that those websites attract thousands of applicants, competing for the same jobs. I’d also heard that many employers use résumé scanners to weed out unqualified applicants.…

So, you’re hunting for that first real job? You know, one that’s actually in your area of interest? I would love to help you! Whether that’s in an office or elsewhere, there are plenty of online tools and resources you can benefit from using. So, let’s take advantage of them! 1. Company Websites Check out…

Before I started applying for jobs and internships, I was worried I would never find a job. But once I sat down and started applying, I was worried that I would never figure out where to start looking for one. There were so many job sites. So many job postings. And so many options. A…

Student Life Network recently sat down with Shermila B., a successful graduate from triOS College who is gainfully employed in her field of study. Shermila B. Program: Supply Chain & Logistics Campus: London Occupation: Project Manager @ TSC Here’s what she had to say about her journey from triOS College, all the way to her…

Student Life Network recently sat down with Chantal M., a successful graduate from triOS College who is gainfully employed in her field of study. Chantal M. Program: Medical Office Assistant Campus: Windsor Occupation: Office Assistant @ Windsor Sleep Disorder Clinic Here’s what she had to say about her journey from triOS College, all the way to…

This educational experience, designed by Dani Roche and Chantel Chapman, doesn’t look like your average business program but aims to give aspiring entrepreneurs all of the tools necessary to succeed. Dani, founder of creative agency Kastor and Pollux, and Chantel, founder of What The Finances, recognized that some people don’t have the means to participate…

There is no better time to be an entrepreneur, than right now. While some of us already know what passions we’d like to pursue as business’, others may be looking for a hole to fill in a market. Here’s a list of five industries that are evolving rapidly, but haven’t quite been fully disrupted yet—that’s…

Enrolling in a program without knowing the job prospects? It’s a safe bet that these four industries will be hiring. A college education is a big investment, financially and time-wise. So it helps to know that you’ll have significantly boosted your hiring potential once you’ve finished your program. If you’re still deciding on a program of…

There is no shortage of advice on why creating a personal brand can be a valuable component in your career. A personal brand can help position you as a thought leader in your industry, differentiate you from the competition, and attract opportunities. Personal branding has personally helped me build my reputation in the marketing industry,…

Student Life Network recently sat down with three successful graduates from triOS College who are gainfully employed in their field of study. Chantal M. Program: Medical Office Assistant Campus: Windsor Occupation: Office Assistant @ Windsor Sleep Disorder Clinic Shermila B. Program: Supply Chain & Logistics Campus: London Occupation: Project Manager @ TSC Brian S. Program: Network…

Two 20-year-old students from Ottawa just launched an app which lets you capture 3D pictures on your smartphone. You read that right. A couple of local boys have found a way to turn their hobbies into a working app that’s currently in the app store. Even better, the app, FILM3D, is pretty damn cool. Find…

Struggling to land a job interview in the first place? Our free E-Book can help. Consider this your job interview cheat sheet. We cover everything from getting an interview, to standing out as the star candidate. And now we’re offering it in the form of a new Student Life Network PODCAST. (Follow Sarah on Twitter here.)…

Having a positive post-secondary experience requires you to understand these five important, but inconvenient truths about college/university today. Where I hang out (which is mostly Reddit threads and YouTube comments) nobody’s really happy about college/university. Most people who graduate are rarely singing post-secondary’s praises. The narrative of lose-lose is shining bright, especially with student debt…

As a former co-op student at Ryerson University, I get a lot of students coming up to me for advice. You see, I didn’t get my 4 co-op jobs from blasting out resumes, like everyone else. I knew that I wouldn’t get noticed trying to be better. There were people who had higher GPAs than…

Australia is one of those countries everyone would like to visit. It’s sunny and full of amazing landscapes. The people are hospitable and have rich traditional values. However, for us in Canada, it’s an expensive plane ticket away. I found perfect way to visit Australia and still enjoy it without lacking anything: the Australian Holiday…

Managing school can be hard enough on its own. Throw a job (or two) in there, and you can find yourself drowning in a sea of stress. Over the past three years, I have learned the hard way from my mistakes. But this resulted in me developing some habits that have helped to balance both…

This was the toughest sentence to write in this whole blog. Why? Because it was the starting sentence, and starting anything—whether it’s an essay, a gym routine, or a business—is a huge challenge. You’ve probably experienced the startup struggle yourself. You’ve got an innovative idea or goal that you’ve put on the shelf. You’re not…

A graduating student in Saskatchewan just secured one of seven highly-desired permits to sell cannabis…and it will be her first-ever business. Meet Cierra Sieben-Chuback: Born and raised in Saskatoon, she’s a student about to graduate from The University of Saskatchewan’s Edwards School of Business. She also just won one of only seven permits given out…

Two Canadian interns made themselves invaluable to Tesla, and the CEO took notice. Could you do the same? Mark Comeau from College of the North Atlantic and Matthew Lane from Memorial University of Newfoundland used their internships at Tesla to gain a reputation as professional problem solvers, and now that’s their job titles. Here’s What…

Curious about how much your employer can legally make you work? Here are your work questions. Answered. For all this talk of #hustle, there hasn’t been much clarity on how much time we as students actually owe our jobs. It’s how myths are born. One example is the misconception that 9-5, or an 8-hour day,…

Whether you’re in between contracts, waiting for an employer to get back to you, or searching for your first “real” job…being without work can be very stressful. As students, money is already tight. And missing a single paycheque could be the difference between meat and potatoes for dinner, or ramen all week. It’s hard to…

Getting a real job when you’re still young is tough.   So, how did Soha Mohiuddin work her way up from a Senior Marketing Manager to a Director of Marketing in her 20’s? We know that facing an uncertain financial future is a touchstone experience for nearly all millennials. I am 21 years old. I’ll soon…

If I asked you right now, “Soo… What kind of jobs are you thinking of doing this summer?”, what would you say? Maybe… “Anything. Just not retail.” “Somewhere in downtown Toronto would be nice.” “I want to work at any of the big banks/accounting firms/consulting firms.” Or if you’re being honest, you might also…

We sat down with Blake Glasbergen, a visual researcher at Discovery’s Daily Planet to pick his brain about how to turn your internship into a full-time job. Internships are valuable. Paid, unpaid, long term, short term. Doesn’t matter. They’re valuable. Being able to get a foot in the door in your chosen industry not only…

Taking an unpaid internship is, shall we say, controversial. To some they are a useful stepping stone to breaking into a glamorous industry, to others they are an unethical ploy to exploit a vulnerable twenty-something’s free labour. There is good reason. While defenders of internships point to a few anecdotal stories of success, an unpaid…

There’s no question—nursing is a tough career. Blood. Vomit. All sorts of bodily fluids. And things you never thought you’d see in your lifetime. Nursing. It’s great isn’t it? Most people who want to go into nursing because they can overlook all of those things. Things that us regular humans might cringe at. They have…

Want to learn more about building your network and landing a job interview at your dream company? Our free ebook can help. Chris Ackroyd is just another good Canadian kid from a small town. He grew up loving hockey. And he wasn’t quite sure what he wanted to do when he graduated university. But he did…

Here are 10 painful resume and cover letter mistakes we’ve all made at some point. Sending out resumes and cover letters can be a tedious, stressful task. It takes a lot of time to perfect a set of documents that a hiring manager will probably only glance at before deciding whether or not to bring…

Apply to M2T for your chance to score a 1-year paid internship working with top companies in the world of Marketing, Media and Technology. Looking for your first job? The struggle is real. Especially if you’re not exactly sure what you want to do once you graduate. Your first paying job. To help, a few industry insiders have…

Clammy hands, shallow breathing, furrowed brows—this is often how I found myself at the mandatory networking events for my co-op program as an undergraduate student. As a self-proclaimed introvert, networking was literally the worst. The practice can often feel less like creating relationships and more like a stiff business transaction. Thinking about networking as less…

The best careers for Canadian graduates in 2020 aren’t necessarily surprising. But they’re safe. Especially from robots. “So, what kind of job is that degree going to get you?” It’s the same question every student is asked. About 34 times a week. Then there’s the added stress if a robot will take your job. Automation is a…

Looking to land a job in video games? Here are the best tips from an industry insider. A short time ago, in the heart of a Canadian city, Ariadna Martinez was just like you. She was a student with a love of video games, who dreamed of one day working at a major studio. Two years later, she’s an…

Give a scroll of your Facebook and you’ll come across an article about how to be successful and score your dream job. How kids all started businesses right out of college. Or maybe you’ll see some positive affirmations from the richest and most successful people of our time giving you the secrets to success. Student Life…

To all my creative peeps who are struggling to make a career with their artistic instincts, I’d like to introduce you to someone. Trent Correy. Ottawa boy. Algonquin College graduate. Three-time Animation Oscar Winner. If you’ve seen Disney movies such as Frozen, Zootopia, Big Hero 6, and Moana, you’ve seen Trent’s work. You’re probably not…

See for yourself. If you ever wanted to know what it’s like to get hired and join the Student Life Network team, you’ve come to the right place. Meet Katherine Lourenco. Kat is our Director of Custom Projects (at least, that’s what her LinkedIn profile says), and she helps our project teams do what they do best.…

No, this is not a campaign for Nike, but I hope it does motivate you to get off the couch and do something. Chances are, if you’re a 22-year-old like me, you don’t really know what you’re doing. You’re feeling your way around this thing called life. You have a grasp on it one moment,…

Breaking down the top schools and the best nursing programs in Canada. My grandma was a nurse. She went full Grey’s Anatomy way before its time and met my grandpa, who was a doctor, at the same hospital in Niagara Falls. They were caught together more than once in the medicine closet. True story. We…

It’s tricky for young people. We get passionate about something—a business problem, or a cause—and we want to do something about it. But then we’re met with a response along the lines of, “Yeah, right. What do you know?” Working around this raincloud of underestimation can be tough, especially because young people often need the…

A former VICE and Ritual recruiter spills the beans. When I was younger, I would physically shake from the nerves I got in anticipation of a job interview. To make myself feel more in control of my situation, I’d spend hours researching a company, memorizing its mission statement and values, stalking its employees on LinkedIn,…

This post is an excerpt from Hamza Khan’s upcoming book, The Burnout Gamble: Achieve More by Beating Burnout and Building Resilience. I work in marketing — an industry predicated on perception — where day-in and day-out I’m thinking about the importance of brand consistency. In order for a brand to work effectively, it must reconcile the gap between how…

An unpaid internship is not your only option. Last summer, a friend of mine worked as a research assistant at a university lab. A pre-med student serious about gaining experience in her field, she worked forty hours a week for three months, on top of a three-hour round-trip commute. She was doing it for free.…

Amy has since moved on from Steam Whistle, but still has great tips about landing your dream job. For Amy Stott, a student who excelled in science, deciding to drop out of nursing school for a path of uncertainty could have been a huge mistake. Sometimes you have to take a step back to move…

Illegal interview questions. They exist. Of all the things you can not get hired for (like being rude in the interview, not having enough experience, or arriving late), your age isn’t one of them. Ditto for who you like to make out with, your ethnic background, and your religion. We aren’t just being politically correct,…

Lucas Penny’s solution to starting his dream career in high school was brilliantly simple. Take notes. Here’s a question: if there’s something you love doing, and you know you want to try it as a career, what are you waiting for? The time between right now and graduation will pass by anyway. There’s no actual, officially…

We asked IBM’s campus recruitment guru to find out. You’ve followed all the tricks taught to you in school: lead with a relevant anecdote in the cover letter, have a resume that’s unique and customized (with a tasteful splash of color), and, for the love of those exam season all-nighters, your spelling and grammar are on…

“Holy sh*t, Facebook!?” That was my reaction when I found out that Gurbir Dhulla, a friend of mine from high school, had been offered a full-time Software Engineering position at Facebook. Gurbir received the offer after finishing his third of four internships taken during a year off from school. By the end of the 16…

+ We’re giving away five prizes of $250.00 worth of McDonald’s gift cards. A few weeks ago, we gave a shout out to McDonald’s National Hiring Day; a one-day hiring blitz across the country that set out to employ 9,000 people. But we didn’t want to talk about something, or offer the idea to SLNers, without…

Is your Instagram LIT? Wanna get involved with #TopshopTuesday as a model or photographer or makeup artist? Email Sam. Hi. My name is Samantha Moss and I dabble here and there in being wicked creative. Recently, I partnered up with Topshop | Topman and Student Life Network, and undertook a year-long fashion project, #TopshopTuesday. Our goal?…

To celebrate, we’re giving away five prizes of $250.00 worth of McDonald’s gift cards. Remember how last week you were considering selling your clothes and furniture because pub night was coming up and you had just burned through the last of your most recent OSAP payment on that mocha-latte you were craving between classes? Well…

To celebrate, we’re giving away five prizes of $250.00 worth of McDonald’s gift cards. I graduated college a few years ago, but let’s see if I still remember what it’s like. On Monday, you scrape your couch cushions for enough change to buy that much needed morning coffee. On Tuesday you do groceries; 90% ramen…

Google doesn’t give a shit where you went to school or what your GPA was. I’m going to be honest, I hate people who think that they can inspire others with vague language and quick – fixes to their problems. It’s a waste of their time and yours, but there’s a reason why all of…

It was awesome. It was enlightening. It was a bad idea. “Get to LA.” As I was hugging my teachers goodbye at graduation, my favorite instructor left me with those words, and I took them all the way back home with me. In Los Angeles, you need a car. So, I took ten days and…

Struggling to land a job interview? Our free E-Book can help. My name is Chris D’Alessandro. I’m a Scorpio. I like long walks on the beach. And I absolutely suck at job interviews. I’m not being modest. (actual video footage of me in a job interview) Before landing my current role, I performed about as…

Students are told the only way to be successful in the ‘real word’ is to go to class, get good grades, work the system and wait for opportunity to present itself. As so many graduates will tell you, things don’t often work out that way. But what would happen if you ignored the system? If…

How did I get hired at Student Life Network? I planted the seeds to eventually landing this job six years ago. And I’ve been working towards getting good at what I wanted to do ever since. Your story, I’m sure will be different. But I’m hoping you can steal some lessons from mine. If you’ve…

Only one in four grads are working jobs that match their college major. So if you worry about wasting time in a program that isn’t right for you, here’s the good news; knowledge is never wasted. Plenty of successful people have used their “wrong choice” to enrich their careers. Tanya Moryoussef is an awesome example;…

Tonight, November 3rd, 2016, The Wolf Sneaker Launch will be held as a free event at Toronto’s Spoke Club. Is it pretty cool to hang out at the launch of hot new fashion product? Yes. Is it super cool to hang out at said launch in the heart of downtown Toronto? Totally. Will all the…

Simply sending out waves of resumes isn’t enough to catch an employer’s attention. With increasingly competitive job markets, the traditional approach to job hunting is no longer relevant. According to an AdWeek survey, 92% of recruiters and hiring managers are using social media to recruit and screen candidates. This means that awesome profile pic of…

Like Twitter itself, the silver bullet of career success is all about the connections you make early on. Starting now. Getting a tip about an open position at our “someday” company may seem out of our control, but it’s not. And this kind of help is what careers are built on, if you ask Justin Vandenberg.…

A story of overcoming anxiety, fear and rejection, and chasing your dreams on the open water, by Shannon Walker. I was never the type of person to follow my dreams. Instead, I spent plenty of time floating. I would focus on my day-to-day routine rather than create long term plans. When I graduated high school, I…

Blake Glasbergen grew up obsessed with the Discovery Channel. Now, he works for Daily Planet. With a passion for TV, but no patience for science class, how did Blake, a “not necessarily sociable” kid end up producing segments for the infamous Shark Week? Blake is no lucky optimist. He jumped in head first, stuck to what…

It seems like our parents had everything figured out by their mid-twenties. Your parents may have been homeowners, had prosperous careers or were starting a family by your age. Perhaps you’re finding yourself living paycheque to paycheque and still eating a lot of Ramen and pizza even though your body is starting to betray you.…

Mollie Brown shares how she broke into broadcast media by landing her first job at Global News. Just over a year ago, tweeting, posting, ‘gramming, and snapping became more than just a hobby. But let’s back things up. Graduation. Your future is bright. Your dreams are big. You’ve worked hard for the past however many years.…

You’re so over pulling all-nighters, cramming for exams, and being broke as a joke. But now you’re starting to wonder why you wanted it to go by so fast. Although graduation is your official entry into adulthood, it can make you feel more like a child than anything else. You walk across the stage to…

Let’s get a myth out of the way. Walking into the job market with a diploma demonstrates to employers that you’re intelligent. But at the end of the day, it’s a piece of (very expensive) parchment that tells the world that you made it through roughly 4 years of all-nighters. A study conducted in 2012 by…

“What the hell do I wear to an interview?” The first step is to figure out what kind of fashion sense your perspective workplace has. Every workplace is going to have its own unique culture — and with culture, comes fashion styles. It’s perfectly acceptable to reply to the invitation for an interview with a…

You’re probably not going to step out of school and fall into your dream job. It may even take a year or more to find a job post-grad. Actually, it’s possible that you don’t even need the degree you worked so hard on for the job you eventually find. Higher education can result in higher employment…

You’re screwing yourself over. The job search is hard, and you’re making it harder. I’m going to tell you why. Then I have some tips on how to kick your fear of failure in the ass and make it work for you. You’re welcome. You’re Underestimating Your Skills There is one aspect of the job search that gets in my head…

Time for a reality check. Not only are you competing with hundreds of other candidates for a job, there’s a good chance that employers won’t ever see the resume you submitted. That’s thanks to resume scanners. “What the hell is a resume scanner?” That should probably be your first question. An Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is generally…

Why is finding work so tough for young people? It’s because despite their lengthy education, budding scholars often feel like they have no assets or guidance when acquiring meaningful jobs. Most schools aren’t teaching you how to compete with other applicants, how to ace interviews, or how to maintain a great work ethic post-hire. You might know the entire periodic table or how compound…

The art of the resume is one that no one seems to have mastered—not because we’re short on tips and advice, but because every employer is looking for something different in a resume. Kind of annoying, right? Thankfully, there are ways around the roadblocks. Peter Vogt of Monster.ca weighed in on ten common resume mistakes that…

This is part 3 in the SLN Investigates: What’s Going to Land You a Job series. Read part 1 here, and part 2 here. They hold your future in their hands, but what are they really looking for in fresh talent to add to their teams? In 2015, both Global News and Huffington Post reported…

I landed my first internship last summer. When I got that call—the call—I was over the moon. Having come from a long mix of retail and service jobs, you can understand my relief when I realized I would no longer have to work until 3AM doing night shifts. The office life that I’d imagined after so much job-hunting…

This is part 2 in the SLN Investigates: What’s Going to Land You a Job series. Read part 1 here. Understatement of our generation: the job market is competitive. In fact, the unemployment rate unexpectedly increased to 7.2% this January, the highest it has been since 2013. More than ever before, grads are eagerly looking…

So you made a resume that deserves a Pulitzer, charmed your way through an interview (or two), and you’ve managed to land a job. First of all, congratulations! Secondly, don’t get too comfortable yet. You still have to win over your boss. Not only is impressing the big cheese useful for climbing the corporate ladder…

When we’re 17 or 18, we make one of the biggest decisions of our lives. For better or for worse. With an estimated 1.3 million Canadians enrolled in university, and another 750,000 enrolled in colleges across the country, it’s not surprising that Canada is one of the most educated countries in the world. But when you finally…

If there’s one thing that the vast majority of CEOs have in common, it’s that they’ve busted their asses to accomplish what they have. But what if they simplified their work ethics into a single, sweet philosophy that they can share with the whole world? Well, a few of them have done just that. And as…

Chances are, you have a dilemma: you hardly have energy to work part-time, but you can’t afford to not work. There’s no doubt that holding a part-time job can be though; it has a huge impact on your stress levels and on your free time, which can make life a lot harder. But not all…

Having a digital presence is crucial to improving one’s career prospects. Now that most employers operate online, virtual resumes are a must for job-seeking students or graduates. Online CVs can easily highlight your skills in technology, language, social interaction, self-promotion, visual design, and so on. Hard copies of resumes are definitely outdated—most employers don’t want to…

Being professional doesn’t always mean wearing a suit and tie or a pencil skirt with ridiculously high heels. Being professional can simply mean being polite, well-dressed, and articulate—these qualities can help you not only in the workplace, but in daily life! Any SLNer who has spent too much time with a forced customer service smile…

Take one part small town boy, add a dollop of determination, set a dream job of the NFL, and you have Steve McEwen. We chatted with Steve about how university was good and all, but how his entrepreneurship and unstoppable drive was what set him up for success. Everyone, meet Steve. Tell us about yourself,…

While it seems impossible to balance a new business with your hectic student schedule, the prospect isn’t as daunting as you think. With these ten handy tech tools by your side, starting your own business while you’re in school won’t seem like such a bad idea after all. Banking & Financial Management Tools Your student startup…

An important part of being a professional in the workforce is looking the part! According to a 2014 article, a staggering 65% of bosses will hire the better-dressed candidate over another with the same qualifications. Having expertise in your field is certainly more important than anything, but you can’t factor out your wardrobe just because…

When I tell people that I’m a blogger, people either look at me with that everyone-can-be-a-blogger look or just brush it off like it’s nothing. Then again, with the amount of written clutter that resides online, being a blogger doesn’t have the same meaning it once did. Now anyone can buy a URL, write a…

It’s the age of the Internet. Things are constantly changing, and they’re changing fast. When our parents were applying for their first jobs, it was either impossible or unlikely that the interviewer would be typing their names into Google to see what kind of results showed up. These days, we’re living and breathing on the…

Society holds to this strange notion that the only way to achieve success is to attend post-secondary school. Although this is true for several professions, post-secondary education isn’t for everyone. And choosing a less traditional route does not mean you’ll be unsuccessful in life. I was one of those people who decided to pursue a nontraditional career route—one that many would…

Since we spend the majority of our lives at work, we’d better like the people we work with. No wonder, then, that job interviews often feel like they’re less about what you’ve done and more about who you are. Both of you are hoping that you’ll you click, that there will be chemistry, that you’ll be that…

Now that exams are over for post-secondary and high school students alike, the season of hunting for summer jobs en masse begins. Many of you will be spending the summer months serving coffee or waiting tables, which is great—post-secondary is very expensive, after all. But you don’t want to completely waste your time (or your…

There’s a reason why certain programs and stores offer student discounts—student life is difficult, and most post-secondary students aren’t exactly flush with cash. The enterprising student is likely aware of the financial options available to them to fund their academic ventures (scholarships and grants and bursaries, oh my!), but what is there to do once…

Let’s face it: you’ll probably have a tough time wowing your first interviewer for a full-time job when you don’t have much experience being interviewed. You might have had a part-time job before, but this time around, it’s more serious. Don’t freak out, though! You’re more likely to get a job if you interview well…

Need cash for your laundry list of concerts and festivals? Or maybe you’re just eager to gain some stellar workplace experience. Or, you know, to pay for tuition. Either way, chances are you’re looking to land that perfect summer job. And we can help. Brush Up Your Resume and Portfolio You’ll always want to use…

When I say that having a good portfolio is a major game-changer, I speak from experience. After all, mine landed me a second-round interview with a Fortune 500 company. And although I didn’t end up getting the job (read about my unfortunate incident here), creating a portfolio was the best career move I’d ever done. Before you picture the oversized briefcases…

Whether you realize it or not, you network every day of your life. You text your friends, call your parents, connect online through social media, or chat up that cute barista. But networking is integral when building your career or hunting for your dream job. Done correctly, it could gain you information on what’s going…

Let’s be real: job hunting kind of sucks. All for a summer position that you’ll only have for a few months is even worse. Every student wants a relaxing summer break, and really, who would prefer working a crappy job that pays next to nothing, all the while missing out on all the fun stuff their…

With each passing year, the workplace landscape has been getting increasingly better for post-secondary graduates. But with demand for young workers going up, employers are looking for more nuanced workplace skills. Can you solve problems, work well with a team, and communicate effectively? Awesome—those are the basic requirements that employers are looking for. But in…

Interviews are stressful. It’s easy to feel anxious sitting across from a stranger that’s asking tough questions and judging you the whole time. Not the most ideal, but you’re an SLNer. You’ve got this.There are ways to go in and out of a job interview feeling confident and empowered. If you haven’t checked it out…

Whilst it might sound intimidating, or even a bit scary, to start your own business while you’re studying like a mad person, there really isn’t a better time to give it a go than right now. Here are the top five reasons. You Have Nothing to Lose (Well, Only a Bit) The title speaks for…

“I have 422 friends, yet I’m lonely.” So runs the beginning of Gary Turk’s spoken poem “Look Up,” which has gone viral with more than 49 million YouTube views. The video goes on the attack against smartphone overuse and social media. It warns that we’re at the beginnings of an antisocial society. We’ve likely all heard…

We sat down with Rya Pesti, a student entrepreneur doing big things. But it hasn’t always been easy. Tell us about yourself. My name is Rya Pesti. I was born in Victoria, BC and lived there until I was three years old. My parents decided to move to the little town of Duncan, B.C., which…

Most employers are looking for more than just an undergraduate degree and retail experience when they set out to hire new grads. In fact, 77% of employers are looking for these soft skills with new job postings. Naturally Curious and Adaptable Employers want to see that you don’t plan to stop learning. Yes, you learned a…

In my last piece, I wrote about how to persuade your parents to let you traverse the world. Many of the comments were about not being able to afford trips as students. Soooo… here’s this. Being a student means an ample amount of time stuck in a lecture hall, library, or the confinement of your own room.…

The girl whose university application earned her a $5,000 scholarship is here to tell you exactly what you need for a standout application. Whether it’s for a school you’re dying to attend or an internship you’re hungry for, this is your starting guide to application writing. Do’s and Don’ts of Application Writing DO your research.…

We need a reality check. I’m just as sick as the next 18 to 20-something about the older folk talking about “how screwed your generation” is going to be stepping into the labour force. The thing is, they have a point. I think it’s time we hear it from one of our own about the imminent…

Let’s face it: being a student is not cheap. Far from it. And with each new term comes more books to buy and more fees to pay. There is the perpetual need to buy new things and keep up with our social life and treat ourselves once in a while. Back in September, CBC reported that…

Getting a job after graduation isn’t easy. In fact, the Canadian youth unemployment rate for people 15 to 24 dances around the 13-14% mark. On top of this, the average post-secondary graduate carries a debt of $28,000. The stats are bleak, no doubt about that, but there are things you could be doing right now to…

In our first sit-down with Sarah Stockdale at Tilt, she divulged her expert insight on life at a startup. We pick up that discussion with more exclusive tips on interviewing and what Sarah looks for in a student ambassador to land the job. Snoop Dogg may or may not be involved. Here’s part 2 of our…

Startups have been changing the business ecosystem. There’s an unparalleled energy, creativity, passion and drive. And the job openings at startups have skyrocketed, but are also highly coveted. We sat down with Sarah Stockdale, the manager of Tilt Campus Ambassadors at Canadian universities and colleges, to discuss startup life, tips and tricks for interviewing, and…

After successfully landing myself a part-time job (hands up, baby, hands up!) I decided to take my experience, some thorough research (see below), and my mom’s advice (she’s a hiring manager) and turn it into a handy guide to help you out when you’re sitting in the hot seat. If you’re looking for the Do’s and Don’ts…

In this new series, we’re shining the spotlight on awesome students. We’re kicking it off with a bang with Brendan Grue from Dalhousie University and his cancer research. Mighty impressive work. If you know a fellow student we should recognize, let us know. In as clear language as possible, tell us about your cancer research…

Last February, my buddies and I planned a trip to Montreal for a Hackathon. On our way there, we decided to stream the Men’s Olympic Hockey game of Canada vs USA over Megabus’s abysmal Wi-Fi. Canada won that match. It was conquest more than a win actually. As the game approached the second period, I…

We sit down to talk shop with one hell of a creator. Rhys Yorke does it all. Writer. Artist. Video game programmer. Full-time learner. And instructor at triOS College. How did you get your start drawing/illustrating? When I was young, I was very introverted. I wanted to express myself, and the best way I found…

Trishala was an insanely busy student when she co-founded The Dialogue Xchange, and here’s how she made it work. It can be easy to be bogged down by the idea that you’re too busy to do anything, and feel like all of your focus is on your studies. But, although being a student is time-consuming,…