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Certify Your English Proficiency Online with the Duolingo English Test
Emma McLeavey-Weeder |
English testing options are changing. In the past, you had to take your exam in-person, at an official test center. Today, you can take your English proficiency test online. The Duolingo English Test is one popular way to certify your English skills without leaving home. It is growing in popularity as an essential resource for […]
Has COVID-19 Put You at Risk of Overstaying Your Visa?
WES Advisor |
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the United States, travel restrictions and processing delays have put many travelers, international students, and long-term residents at risk of overstaying their visas. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has drafted several recommendations to guide those who are affected. We’ve summarized their advice below. Related Reading Find Free […]
10 Key Takeaways from our #ImmigrantsThrive Twitter Chat
Twelve million immigrant workers are either employed in essential jobs on the front lines fighting COVID-19 or are facing economic hardship due to the pandemic, per the Migration Policy Institute. Many are employed in sectors experiencing massive layoffs or that lack paid sick leave. Others are afraid to seek health care and essential services because […]
French Language Proficiency Tests in Canada
Karolin Givergis |
If you are planning to immigrate to Canada through Express Entry, you will need to prove that you can communicate in at least one of the nation’s official languages: English or French. The Canadian government has set a goal to increase its French-speaking immigrant population by 4.4 percent by 2023. Therefore, you might have an advantage […]
9 Tips for Effectively Working from Home
WES Advisor |
Working in a new environment, outside of the structure and familiarity of the office, can be a challenge. You may need to adopt new routines or come up with different ways of achieving work-life balance when working remotely. We asked our team at WES to share some of their advice on how to stay productive […]
How Upgrading Your Skills Improves Your Career Prospects
WES Advisor |
Learning new skills is one of the best ways to become more successful in your career. Whether you are looking for a new career opportunity or would like to move into a more senior role, upgrading your skills can increase your chances of reaching your career goals. In most professions, upgrading your skills is highly […]
Responding to COVID-19
Friends, In this moment of great uncertainty, we are thinking of you, your staff, and the communities you serve. While the COVID-19 pandemic is still unfolding, one thing is certain: The current public health crisis and related economic disruptions are disproportionately impacting those who are both essential to our communities and most vulnerable in them. […]
Stress Management 101
WES Advisor |
As an international student or immigrant professional, it can be very easy to succumb to daily stressors. These might include professional or academic stressors, such as a challenging project or a looming deadline; or personal stressors, such as an argument with a loved one or struggles with cultural adaptation. Luckily, there are many simple practices […]
COVID-19 Operational Updates
WES Advisor |
WES is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our employees, applicants, and partners. We take this commitment very seriously, especially during these challenging and uncertain times. The governments of both the U.S. and Canada have taken numerous steps to contain the COVID-19 virus. These include declaring states of emergencies, temporarily shuttering immigration offices, […]
WES Mariam Assefa Fund and Tarsadia Foundation Announce the Opportunity Challenge: $1 Million to Uplift Immigrant Communities
New Funding Opportunity Seeks Solutions to Support the Success of Immigrants and Refugees NEW YORK – March 10, 2020 – The World Education Services (WES) Mariam Assefa Fund and the Tarsadia Foundation today announced a joint $1 million grantmaking initiative to support the success of immigrants, refugees, and their communities nationwide. For more information and […]
Frustrated by OPT? Explore These Work Visas, Instead!
Maureen Klovers |
If you are about to graduate from a college or university in the United States, congratulations! Your future looks bright. All you need now is a little work experience. For many international students, this means obtaining Optional Practical Training (OPT). But are you certain that OPT is the best option for you? What happens afterward? […]
How International Students Can Prepare to Work in the U.S. After College
Maddy Lavoie |
Many international students seek to extend their stay in the U.S. following graduation. In this blog post, WES Ambassador Maddy Lavoie describes the work options available to international students, including Optional Practical Training (OPT) and employer sponsorship. Keep reading to see her advice for those who want to stay and work in the U.S. after […]