Are you an international student wondering how to find a job in Canada? Do you find that the information on job searching is a bit confusing or overwhelming? Are you looking for support in breaking down the job search journey into easily understandable and actionable steps? The International Student Career Workshop Series is tailored to international students and looks to inform participants of best practices in relation to the job search experience from the lens of an international student.

The International Student Career Workshop Series runs over five consecutive days (March 4-8, 2024) and is comprised of the following topics:

Personal Branding: Selling the Product 'Me'

Resumes: Reflecting your Skills & Experiences the Right Way

Cover Letters: Demystifying the Document & Elevating your Application through its Use

Networking: It's Easier Than You Think!

LinkedIn: Setting up, Utilizing and Optimizing your Profile

After successful completion, participants who have attended all five workshops, will receive a certificate of completion, and participation in the International Student Career Workshop Series will be reflected on participants' co-curricular record.

Personal Branding - Selling Product 'Me':

The job search process involves marketing oneself and the value that you can bring to potential employers. To be most successful in your marketing efforts, it is valuable to analyze the skills, abilities, characteristics and experience you possess and develop a personal 'brand' that will strongly appeal to your target audience (the specific organizations you are most interested in working for). Join this first session in the International Student Career Workshop Series to understand the concepts of self-marketing & personal branding and gain a sense as to how you can develop a strong 'brand' which will align effectively with what your target audience is looking for!

register on https://connect.uwo.ca/myAccount/events/successevents.htm