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Four Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Co-op Experience

It’s almost May, and for those of you heading to a co-op work-term, you may be starting to feel anxious, excited, and nervous. Co-op can be a career-launching experience for you. It’s an awesome way to learn more about your industry and to become familiar with the kinds of working environments you can expect. You’ll gain valuable experience and stand out in any future job hunt.

Like so many things in life, you get out of co-op what you put into it. Below are some tried and true ways to get the most out of your placement.

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Three Ways to Shine at Your Next Networking Event

Have you heard the expression “it’s who you know” in reference to job hunting before? For many, this can be a discouraging phrase. What if you don’t know anyone in your industry? What if you’re just starting out? How are you supposed to ‘know’ people who can help you get a job?

The answer, of course, is to network.

Networking has a stereotype of being intimidating, especially as a student just getting started on your career. But the truth is that it is the best way of getting your name out there and making some great connections. Here are three great ways to shine at your next networking event.

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Three Things to Do This Summer to Get Ready for the Next School Year

It’s hard to believe, but we are only weeks away from the start of summer! For many, this means four months away from school, homework, and group projects.

Summer is an awesome time to take a break, have some fun, and relax. It’s also an awesome time to get some work done, whether at your summer job, a placement, or by volunteering. Below are three ways to make the most of your summer break.

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The Student’s Complete Guide to Branding Yourself

When you apply for a placement or a job, do so knowing that there are dozens, if not hundreds of other applicants applying for that same job. If you’re a student, the competition is even more fierce: a flood of your peers is after the same placement or job as you. So how do you set yourself apart? How do you make an employer remember you?

The answer is to brand yourself.

As a student, the idea of branding yourself can be overwhelming. How do you brand yourself when you’re not even working yet in your field? And what does ‘branding yourself’ even mean, anyway?

Branding yourself means getting yourself known for your abilities. It gives you the confidence to talk about what you’re good at, and helps you connect with the people who can help you build your career. It helps you get familiar with where your strengths lie, and distinguishes you from the crowd.

In this guide, we’ll take a step-by-step look at the process of branding yourself as a student. We’ll look at how to establish your brand, how to communicate it, and how to use it to get fantastic opportunities.

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How to Stand Out at Work

When you start at a new placement or job, it can be overwhelming at first. In an unfamiliar environment, it can take a couple weeks to get acquainted with the people and culture that you now work in.

But slowly, you will start to become comfortable with the work. And when that starts to happen, it’s time to look at ways that you can stand out and succeed at your job. Below, we look at some tactics for success in any industry and any job.

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