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After a fall semester full of assignments, projects, and exams, you’re probably looking forward to relaxing and recharging. If napping and Netflix are high on your to-do list, we certainly don’t blame you.

But winter break is also a golden opportunity to advance your career goals. With a little strategic planning, you can use this time to build skills, expand your network, and prepare for your professional journey.

Here’s a roadmap to help you make the most of your winter break while balancing productivity with relaxation.

An internship is your chance to apply what you’ve learned in your training to a real-world setting. You get to build a network of industry contacts and add something substantial to your resume.

It’s not unusual for internships to lead to full-time job offers. Statistics Canada data shows that close to two-thirds of post-secondary graduates who did an internship, practicum, or co-op placement said it helped them find a job after graduation.

So you definitely want to put your best foot forward. But what can you do to maximize your chance of success?

In this post, we outline practical strategies and tips for interns, including expert advice from instructors and career services specialists.

Read on to discover how you can get the most out of your internship experience.

Feeling stuck in an unsatisfying job or overwhelmed by the vast ocean of career options? You’re not alone. Many people struggle with finding the right path in the ever-changing world of work.

Whether you’re a student contemplating your future, a professional seeking advancement, or an adult considering a career change, making informed decisions is crucial. And that’s where career counselling comes in.

In this blog, we explore how career counselling can help you identify your strengths, set realistic career goals, and navigate the job market effectively.

If you’re concerned about the planet but want a career outside of environmental sciences and engineering, you’re in luck.

Many people think of green jobs as those that are directly linked to preserving natural resources or fighting climate change, like ecologist and solar engineer. But the truth is that there are all kinds of non-STEM careers that support environmental well-being.

In this blog, we explore six non-traditional career paths in sustainability you might want to consider. See how they contribute to a cleaner, greener world and learn about the challenges and rewards go along with them.

Remote jobs have become increasingly common, with many roles that used to be office-bound now offering more flexibility in terms of where the work gets done.

But working from home requires a shift in mindset as well as a specific set of skills. If you’re hoping to take advantage of remote work opportunities, you need to be prepared.

In this post, we explore the essential skills for thriving in a remote job. We also provide practical tips on setting up your space, managing your time, maintaining work-life balance, and more.

In today’s world, if you want to shape your career path and create opportunities for yourself, you need to establish a professional online presence and harness the power of social media.

LinkedIn and other platforms have become essential tools for showcasing your skills, establishing a network of contacts, and building your personal brand—even if you’re a student or recent graduate with little professional experience.

Wondering how to get started? Read on for actionable tips that can help you build a compelling online presence for career growth.

It’s a classic problem: you need experience to get a job, but you need a job to get experience. Internship programs offer the ideal solution.

Internships are the real-world application of what you learn in college. Lasting anywhere from a few weeks to a few months, they are a unique opportunity to work in a professional environment and refine your job-specific skills (like accounting or computer programming) as well as your transferable skills (like communication or teamwork).

If you’re new to a career field, an internship is an excellent way to boost your industry experience and knowledge and get your foot in the door of a company.

Read on to learn how internships provide valuable practical experience, foster professional development, and open doors to future employment opportunities.

For people with busy work schedules, embracing the challenge of pursuing additional education takes a lot of courage. It can be difficult to figure out how to effectively manage your time—and stress level—to achieve your goals, especially in a self-paced online course.

But take heart: it can be done!

With over 55 years of experience helping students transition back to school and start new careers, Herzing has learned a thing or two about balancing work and school and avoiding student burnout.

If you’re wondering how to fit an online course into your life while still meeting your job responsibilities, check out our productivity tips for students below.

Updated January 2024

If you feel like it may be time to pursue a new career path, you’re hardly alone. A report from the summer of 2023 found that two in five Canadians were toying with the idea of changing jobs.

In the post-pandemic workplace, many people are reassessing what they want from their career. But switching to an entirely new path can be intimidating.

So should you take the leap?

Before you make any big decisions, ask yourself these important questions.