Career guides
Practical, Calgary-specific advice for students and new grads.
5 Career Paths You Can Start in Calgary Before You Graduate
You do not have to wait for a degree to get real experience. Here are five Calgary career paths with on-ramps open to students right now.
From Stampede Crew to Marketing Intern: Maya's First Two Summers
A Calgary student shares how a seasonal first job turned into a marketing internship — and what she would tell her younger self.
No Experience, Hired Anyway: How Devin Landed an Energy Co-op
A University of Calgary student breaks down exactly how he got a summer co-op in the energy sector with zero industry experience.
Employer Tips: Write an Internship Listing Students Actually Apply To
Most internship posts get ignored. A few simple changes dramatically increase quality applications from Calgary students.
How to Land Your First Internship in Calgary's Energy Sector
Calgary's energy employers hire hundreds of students each year. Here is how to get noticed for a summer or co-op role even with no experience.
High School to Hired: First Jobs That Build Real Skills in Calgary
The best first job is not the highest-paying one. It is the one that builds skills employers reward later. Here is how Calgary students should choose.
Writing an Internship Application That Actually Gets Read
Recruiters skim. A clear, specific, error-free application beats a clever one. Use this checklist before you hit submit.