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Social Media: Three Do’s and Don’ts

Always be aware of what you post on social media

Always be aware of what you post on social media

In case you haven’t heard, employers will regularly Google potential employees before they come in for an interview. Since you most likely generate the most online activity in your name via your social media accounts, these accounts are most likely to be the top results.

What this means is that you should strive to always remain professional (even on your personal social media accounts) so that potential employers don’t get a bad first impression of you via your online activity. Continue reading →

Considering Co-op? Learn from a previous AC Co-op student’s experience [Interview]

Algonquin College prides itself on the work that our co-op students do during their placements. Student success in the classroom and in the workplace is priority for everyone at the College.

Algonquin_College_logo.svgTianyi Gu is a former Business Intelligence System Infrastructure (BISI) student currently working as a Business Intelligence Specialist in the Information Management and Information Technology Branch of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.

Adam D’Agostino, Co-op Communications Assistant and current public relations student recently connected with Tianyi to talk about his co-op experience. Continue reading →

3 keys to make a good impression at your co-op or first job

15726294164_68d1c96dee_bStarting your first professional job (i.e. In the field you would like to have a career in) can be daunting. You might not have any prior professional experience or know what to expect when you get there. These 3 tips will help you make a good first impression, and allow you to excel in the workplace.

Be prepared

Getting your co-op placement is just the first step. Once you know where you’ll be working, don’t just sit back and wait for your start date to roll around. Continue reading →

Using the STAR method to ace your interview

0e07a57348cacaa3ed01eb3af1449af7Preparing answers for interview questions is important before your interview. But at the same, you have to prepare answers that set you apart from your competitors. You have to make it clear to the interviewer that you are suitable for the job. If you start talking about cliché skills such as’ hard-worker, punctual, and honest, you will not leave a memorable impression on the interviewer. The best way to answer behavioral interview questions are with professional stories. Continue reading →

4 quick steps to making a professional LinkedIn profile

LinkedIn is a great tool for connecting with those in your industry and searching for jobs

LinkedIn is a great tool for connecting with those in your industry and searching for jobs

LinkedIn is an amazing tool to grow your professional network. It allows you to connect with people in your industry, find job openings that you may be interested in, and gain insight into different career paths. A professional LinkedIn page allows you to gain an edge over your competition.

Here are 4 quick tips to make your LinkedIn page look professional: Continue reading →