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A Guide to Setting SMART Goals

Kaitlin Ramby | November 10, 2016

Setting goals for yourself as a student can enable you to achieve greater success than you would without setting goals. Goals can help you know what to prioritize, give you more certainty in your abilities, and help you know where to improve. Goals get you further in life by providing a vision for the long […]

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Improving the Indian Student Experience

Kaitlin Ramby | November 8, 2016

In a recent report by World Education Services (WES), Improving the International Student Experience, international students were surveyed on satisfaction with their education in the U.S. The report assessed international students from varying regions, including: China, India, Europe, Latin America & the Caribbean, the Middle East & North Africa (MENA), and Sub-Saharan Africa. This post focuses […]

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Credentials to Support the Skilled Immigrant Workforce

WES Global Talent Bridge | November 7, 2016

Skilled immigrants bring great value to the American workforce. However, immigrants who earn an education abroad and later move to the U.S. often find themselves having to work minimum wage “survival jobs” to support themselves. According to IMPRINT, those who received an education in the U.S. were more likely to be employed and successful in the U.S. than […]

Tips for Seeking Academic Resources and Help

Kaitlin Ramby | November 3, 2016

The university experience in the U.S. consists of much more than attending daily 90-minute lectures. For international students looking to get the most out of their U.S. education, it’s important to take advantage of all the help and resources available, and there are many options students have when it comes to improving their academic performance. […]

Improving the Chinese Student Experience

Kaitlin Ramby | November 1, 2016

In a recent report by World Education Services (WES), Improving the International Student Experience, international students were surveyed on satisfaction with their education in the U.S. The report assessed international students from varying regions, including: China, India, Europe, Latin America & the Caribbean, the Middle East & North Africa (MENA), and Sub-Saharan Africa. This post focuses on the Chinese […]

How Language and Communication Skills Matter in Canada’s Job Market

Why Communication Skills Matter in Canada’s Job Market

Sergey Kalnish | October 26, 2016

Finding your first job in a new country is not easy. As a new immigrant myself, I can appreciate the challenges that a newcomer may face when starting their career. I moved to Canada in January of 2011, and began looking for work immediately after I arrived. One of the distinct advantages I had during my job […]

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Questions to Ask at an Internship Interview

Kaitlin Ramby | October 25, 2016

Internships are important for international students because they offer real-world experience in a work environment and can potentially open doors to other internship and job opportunities. Many students and young professionals make the mistake of thinking of an interview as an interrogation. Instead, an interview should be seen as more of a two-way conversation. Just […]

Alternatives to Licensing

WES Global Talent Bridge | October 24, 2016

Although being licensed can be valuable, in certain fields it’s not necessary to be licensed to find relevant work. There may be opportunities to find employment in your profession or to find a related career path that does not require licensure or certification. Alternate careers are good options if you do not plan to get […]

How to Graduate with Little or No Debt

Kaitlin Ramby | October 20, 2016

Attending college in the U.S. comes with many exciting opportunities; international students can learn in a new environment, meet new people, and gain new skills. However, college in the U.S. also comes with a big price tag. In fact, the average college student in the U.S. graduates with $30,000 in debt. Fortunately, there are ways that […]

Tips for Finding a Job

WES Global Talent Bridge | October 17, 2016

Finding a job you want requires effort and organization. It can be easy to be overwhelmed when you are following leads and are applying for several jobs at the same time. Here are some tips to help you become organized and avoid some common mistakes. Get Organized Being organized is an important part of your […]

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Identifying Transferable Skills to Build Your Career

Joanna Samuels | October 10, 2016

In this series, Expert Ambassador Joanna answers career-related questions from our readers: Dear Joanna, I have finally resettled with my family in Toronto, and am a proud new Canadian! As an accomplished, internationally trained professional banker, I have started my job search by applying for jobs in my field. After a couple of months and […]

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How Transferable Skills Landed Hung Le a Canadian Job

WES Global Talent Bridge | October 7, 2016

Internationally trained newcomers often possess a wide range of transferable skills that are valuable in Canada. Transferable skills are skills that you can take from one job to another, regardless of the specific role. These may include interpersonal, communication, project management, and other skills that can be transferred to a variety of different jobs. Emphasizing […]

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