TalentED YYC acts as a pivotal resource for employers and students, building a seamless bridge between education and real-world experience. If you're looking to hire a student, explore government grants for interns, utilize Canada Summer Jobs funding, or develop student opportunities, TalentED YYC is your go-to resource for seamlessly integrating education and employment. Thanks to generous forward-thinking funders, TalentED YYC’s services are free.
D’Andre Wilson, TalentED YYC’s Executive Director, explains, “Students offer specialized skills, fresh thinking, new perspectives, and an extra set of hands, especially for small and medium sized organizations. Our goal at TalentED YYC is to make it easier for employers to tap into the benefits of working with student talent. Whether you bring a student into your organization through an internship or co-op, or you get support from student talent through a classroom or capstone project, we’re here to help you each step of the way.”
Kyle Carbert, Marketing Communications Specialist, says, “TalentED YYC works almost exclusively with employers. We help them navigate the world of work-integrated learning, which is where education meets real-world experience whether that's through practicum, co-ops, or internships. We try to show employers the benefits of these experiences.”
He continues, noting, “A lot of these internships can be funded. Companies should experience the fresh, new perspective that students can bring. So, whether it is just a quick project or a student helping revamp your website, or if it's a six month work term where they're helping you launch a new product line, they're very flexible with these programs – and TalentED YYC is here to help these businesses navigate all of it.”
The impact of TalentED YYC is profound, especially in the realm of economic development. By streamlining the hiring process, they enable businesses to access a vast pool of student talent from Calgary’s post-secondary institutions. Additionally, TalentED YYC offers invaluable guidance on funding opportunities. To date the organization has generated over 2700 opportunities and connected with over 1100 employers.
“Our employer engagement team offers dedicated one-to-one support to help clients identify their best funding opportunity,” says Carbert. “This support includes navigating grants like Canada Summer Jobs and Mitacs, which can significantly offset hiring costs.”
TalentED YYC’s services extend beyond funding. Their interactive website offers tools to match businesses with the right work-integrated learning type and other options. The portal allows employers to post job opportunities easily, ensuring they reach students across Calgary’s educational landscape.
"By posting a job on our portal, you're gaining access to students from all seven post-secondary schools in our region," Carbert says.
Posting a job on TalentED YYC’s portal is simple and effective. Employers can sign up, create a detailed posting, and have it optimized by TalentED YYC’s team before it goes live. This ensures maximum visibility and attracts the right candidates. The benefits are clear: fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and the potential for long-term talent acquisition.
Businesses looking to innovate and grow should seize the opportunity to collaborate with TalentED YYC. By engaging with student talent, companies not only enhance their workforce but also contribute to the development of Calgary and surrounding regions future professionals. Visit TalentED YYC today to learn more about posting a job, finding student talent, and accessing resources.
