Moving to a new country can be an exciting and scary experience at the same time. As an international student, you demonstrate courage, ambition and resilience when you leave your family and home country to pursue further education in Canada. You may have many questions about what Canadian workplaces are like, how to look for work, and who you can reach out to for help.
The information that follows is designed to give you employment-related resources, as well as guide you to finding a job in Canada. It also provides information on related services and resources available to you at Centennial College.
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How can Career Services help?
Career Services is a team of employment advisors, a career counsellor and peer career coaches. We support students and graduates in developing confidence and tools for career success, from first semester to beyond graduation.
Learn more about Career Services
Through Experience Centennial, our student and alumni job and resource portal, we offer:
- Drop-ins and appointments to support you with any stage of your job search and career planning, including resume / cover letter review, LinkedIn review, job search planning, interview preparation and practice, and more.
- Access to job postings and exclusive online tools to help with career planning, interview practice and networking.
- Downloadable tip sheets, resume and cover letter templates and samples for your program.
Devant:
Through Devant, students and alumni can access free online video tutorials and resume tools, live educational and informational events, an online community, and a virtual hiring expo to get hired from home. Students can register for this online tool by visiting the Devant Website.
Can I receive job search support from Career Services after I graduate?
Yes, you can continue to use ExperienceCentennial to access job postings and resources, book appointments with an Employment Advisor, and attend all events even after you graduate. In fact, we encourage and highly recommend it!
Accessing ExperienceCentennial
- Go to ExperienceCentennial
- Click on Students/Alumni.
- Sign in using your myCentennial user name and password
Other Campus Services
Aside from Career Services, Centennial College offers many services and supports for students. Below you will find a list of some important settlement, immigration, academic and personal supports.
- International Student Services provides information and services to international students on immigration and settlement related topics.
- Global Experience offers students a wide range of global learning opportunities.
- International Student Connect (ISC) program helps international students and their families address their settlement needs by providing them with relevant information and resources. The ISC program is a partnership between Centennial College and an external settlement services organization.
- Centennial Advising and Pathways Services (CAPS) offers advising services for your course selection, model routes, and academic success.
- English Tutoring Centre offers free tutoring and workshops for enhancing your English communication and essay writing skills.
- Libraries and Learning Centres offers tutoring support and provides resources on study skills, including time management, reading and note-taking, and test preparation.
- Centennial College Student Association (CCSAI) provides health services, legal services, food bank, and student clubs.
- Centre for Accessible Learning and Counselling Services (CALCS) offers services to help with wellness, accommodations, and disability-related needs.
- Student Financial Services offers scholarships and bursaries for all students.
- Student Experience Office (SEO) provides support for resolving student-related complaints and concerns.
Access a list of all the services and supports for students.
Connect with Career Services
416-289-5233 | careerservices@centennialcollege.ca
@LaunchYourCareer (Instagram) |@ExperienceCentennial (Twitter)