Dear Hiring Managers & Talent Coordinators: Let’s Talk Icebreaker Activities
On the first day of one of my internships, I, along with about 5 other students were asked to share our name, school, hometown, and spirit animal. A few days later, this question was reused with over 300 students working at the company. As people laughed and said their spirit animal was a dog because they’re active, or Kanye West because they’re confident, I thought to myself, “it’s 2019, and this is still happening?”.
Can a Mentor Feel Imposter Syndrome?
In my first two months working full-time at one of Canada’s largest banks, I have been asked to judge student hackathons, interview students for product innovation internships, and mentor early talent working in technology. While I am flattered every time I have been asked to share my insights and experiences with these students, I always ask myself “Why would they choose me?”
How To Wrap Up a Co-Op Term
The end of your term is arguably more important than the beginning of your term, as this is your final chance to demonstrate your value to your team, show your confidence in establishing connections, and make the most of what you've learned. While ending your term, you’ll want to leave a lasting impression and finish up on the best note possible!
11 Things Great Student Managers Do
Not every student experience is created equally, and often, this comes down to the manager. Impressions mean so much more when you only have a student on your team for 4 months, so it’s crucial that you start before their first day. You never know - they could be your next full-time hire on the team, or they could recommend other great candidates for student roles.