How can hiring a co-op student help build your talent pipeline for future opportunities?
The following guest post was contributed by Conestoga College’s School of Engineering and Information Technology. Employers are constantly competing for talented graduates, but many organizations adopt a reactive rather than a proactive approach. Taking the time today to develop and acquire the talent needed for future openings is a more successful strategy. Hiring a co-op […]
Slow Down & Get Things Right: Ontario’s Engineers Respond to Morneau’s Tax Plan
The national conversation regarding Ottawa’s proposed changes to the federal tax code has built to a fever pitch. As doctors, accountants, realtors, and other professionals marshal resources to help inform and shape Finance Minister Morneau’s plan, it’s time Ontario’s engineers made their voices heard. In an ideal tax system, artificial tax advantages wouldn’t exist—and there’s […]
TELUS Graduate Engineering Leadership Program dials in on recent grads’ career needs
“They say variety is the spice of life, but can it also help your career?” OSPE recently spoke with TELUS about its one-of-a-kind Graduate Engineering Leadership Program, better known as GELP, for recent engineering graduates interested in a career in telecommunications and technology. For post-secondary graduates entering a competitive, tech-driven, and evolving labour market, the […]
What is your vehicle’s dashboard telling you?
You’re driving along, and suddenly a symbol lights up on your dashboard. It looks like a hieroglyphic and you have no idea what it means. What should you do? Each warning light is trying to tell you something, but you must know the language of your vehicle to determine which warning lights demand immediate attention, […]
Calling all engineering students – get up to speed with TELUS’ engineering co-ops
In this two-part, back-to-school series, learn about the opportunities available at TELUS for current engineering students and recent graduates. In this first installment, OSPE shares TELUS’ co-op and internship opportunities. Stay tuned for an upcoming post on TELUS’ impressive Graduate Engineering Leadership Program (GELP). For those who take advantage of OSPE’s Venngo Member Perks, you’ll […]
“Navigating the glass obstacle course”
If you work in science, technology, engineering or math, chances are you’ve heard the “leaky pipeline” metaphor at one time or another. The “pipeline” metaphor is often used to illustrate the representation of women at different stages of their STEM education and careers. Over the last 10 years, data pertaining to the pipeline metaphor has […]
Ontario Votes 2018 – Amplify Your Voice
On June 7, 2018, Ontarians will go to the polls to elect the next provincial government. The leaders of the three major political parties – Kathleen Wynne, Patrick Brown, and Andrea Horwath – all say that engineering is key to Ontario’s future growth and prhttps://ospe.on.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/academy-banner-7.pngrity. This fall, OSPE is working on Election 2018: Engineering Ontario’s […]
Go ahead. Change the world. We’ve got your back.
Part of OSPE’s role as the advocacy body for the engineering profession is to ensure the contributions of engineers do not go unnoticed. In 2017, OSPE launched the Change the World campaign, which highlights the stories of four professional engineers and OSPE members from across the province who are making a real difference in society. Meet […]
What types of engineering careers can you pursue at Transport Canada?
This year, OSPE has partnered with Transport Canada to bring you three fall Engineering Employment Events (E3s), hosted on: September 11th in Montreal September 23rd in Ottawa September 30th in Mississauga We’re here to help you land your dream job by connecting you with hiring employers in your field. These E3s will give you the […]
Network like a pro at these upcoming trade shows
We all know that networking is a critical part of professional development and career advancement, but in today’s digital age, many of us have become accustomed to networking online through platforms like LinkedIn. Emails can go a long way, but the opportunity to network in-person is equally beneficial. That’s why trade shows continue to bring […]