This episode is for students!  Membership in your HR association has  benefits and, if you can capitalize on them, it can be very helpful in  landing your first HR job after university.    

I spoke with Ioana Giurca who is the CEO of CPHR Alberta.  Even if you  don't live in Alberta... check out what your own association has to  offer students!  After all, you are the future of the profession and  we've all been in your shoes trying to get that first job.  Chances are  that support is offered - look for some of the following:  

🙋‍♀️ Mentorship.  Is there a professional who would guide you and act  as a sounding board?   

☕️ One-on-on meetings.  If mentorship is too much or you can't find one,  someone would be willing to have coffee with you.   

✍️ Resume writing.  There is no where better than your HR Association to  get help writing resumes.  After all, we are the experts.   

👋 Networking opportunities.  The thought of networking always  intimidated me, but if you can be brave enough  and hone your own  approach, it WILL pay dividends.    

👏 Volunteer.  It's also a clue to an employer about your intentions and  commitment.    

Not all associations will offer free memberships (although Alberta  does).  Whatever your association offers, makes use of it!    

CPHR Alberta: https://www.cphrab.ca/  

Student Links: 

https://www.cphrab.ca/student-toolkit 

https://www.cphrab.ca/become-member/student-member 

https://www.cphrab.ca/walk-and-talk-program 

https://www.cphrab.ca/mentorship-program    

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