Co-op and
Career Services
Our friendly, knowledgeable student services staff are here to help support you in as many ways as possible. Whether it’s academic advising, career advice, learning strategies, speaking with a counsellor or an array of other services, we will provide you with access to the resources you need to be successful.
About Co-op and Career Services (CCS)
Fanshawe Toronto’s Co–op and Career Services department has been crafted with international students in mind. Whether you are joining us with previous work experience in your chosen industry or are yet to gain professional work experience or are looking for a career reset, the resources and support provided by Co-op and Career Services will help you find your path.
We consult with recruiters, hiring managers, and HR professionals throughout the year to ensure that we are sharing up to date advice and aware of trends and changes across different industries.
Our goal is to provide the support and guidance required for students to become changemakers, executive leaders, and founders. We encourage students to plan ahead so that they can develop the skills and experience required to secure professional employment during their studies and upon completion of their studies.
As well as providing career services support, the department also oversees the co-op, placement, and internship aspects of our academic programs.
Services and Support
for Students
Active Fanshawe Toronto students are enrolled into a specialized course on Canvas (LMS) titled Career Services and remain enrolled in this course throughout their studies.
This course allows students to access co-op and career development related resources that will allow them to:
- Create a great resume and cover letter
- Develop interview skills
- Understand Canadian workplace culture and etiquette
- And much more!
Students can upload documents such as resumes, cover letters, mock interview videos etc. to Canvas and receive either written feedback from Co-op and Career Services staff or can book individual appointments with CCS to discuss in person or remotely via a video conferencing platform such as MS Teams or Zoom.
If students are unable to attend appointments during the advertised times due to school or work commitments or are yet to arrive in Canada or are in a different time zone, please email Co-op and Career Services with your availability (date & Toronto time) to arrange an appointment and we will try our best to find an appointment slot that works for all parties.
We encourage students to be proactive and take part in workshops to gain a general understanding, and to then utilize the Canvas course to access further resources, and then to upload documents and gain personalized advice from Co-op and Career Services during appointments or asking for written feedback.
The topics we cover during workshops, class visits, and 1:1 meetings include:
Sessions covering co-op work permit applications, PGWP information, PR (Permanent Residency) pathways are co-delivered with our internal immigration consultant.
- Additional certificates, training, industry designation(s) or registration etc.
- Application tips
- Basic employment rights
- Build your brand/e-portfolio
- Canadian workplace culture, soft skills and etiquette
- Career and personality assessments, quizzes, and outcomes
- Career development and planning (and NOC codes)
- Career pathways and roles to pursue
- Co-op/placement/internship overview
- Co-op work permit guidance
- Cover letter writing
- Developing transferable skills
- Digital networking (LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow etc.)
- Entrepreneurial skills – business plans, financial planning, proposal writing etc.
- Volunteering
- Finding a mentor
- Further education pathways and additional/next courses
- General Co-op and Career Services information sessions
- Interview skills
- Job safety and welfare
- Job search strategies
- Labor market information
- Leadership and management skills
- Negotiating job offers, pay and benefits etc.
- Networking in person and coffee chats
- PGWP information
- PR pathways
- Professional communications
- Protecting your information, avoiding scams, and general career and job tips
- Resume writing
- Survival jobs and transferable skills
Other Services
- Host mock interview sessions, technical interviews, and speed interview events
- Attend (alongside students) and run job fairs and networking events
- Review job applications before you submit
- Provide basic advice if you have concerns about your job offer or work conditions, we can signpost you to professional organizations that also specialize in these topics
- Provide basic advice if you have concerns about your job offer or work conditions, we can signpost you to professional organizations that also specialize in these topics
Career Development Form
Students are encouraged to complete a Career Development Form on Canvas to set career development targets they wish to achieve during their studies and their career goals. Upload your document on Blackboard and work with Co-op and Career Service every semester to track whether you are on the right path and discover what adjustments you need to make.
Planning ahead allows students to work on developing skills and building experience, which are vital to securing professional jobs and ensures that students have a plan in place for when they finish their studies.
Resume Checklist
Canadian employers request a resume (commonly referred to as a ‘curriculum vitae’ around the world) formatted in a way that hiring managers and recruiters required.
Please find a resume checklist below to help you prepare your first draft of a Canadian format resume. Once you have made your first resume, students can meet with Co-op and Career Services in person or upload to your LMS to obtain feedback. A Canadian style resume is required for volunteering, part-time, and full-timer roles.”
Immigration
- Providing information about studying in Canada as an international student
- Hosting immigration live webinars and in-person info sessions
- Providing personalized immigration support for your unique needs
Please contact Donnaa Fredrick, Registered Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) and International Student Immigration Advisor with ILAC at her email [email protected]
Housing Support
We offer a variety of housing options to suit your needs and preferences. Each year thousands of students make the most of their ILAC experience by choosing an accommodation they can call home.
Health and Wellness
We believe that your health and well-being is an important aspect of your time with us.
We want you to be safe, healthy and to enjoy your time at Fanshawe Toronto@ILAC and in Canada.
Resources include but are not limited to:
- Helping you to adjust to a new life in Canada
- How to manage culture shock and navigating the language
- Coping with stress and anxiety
- Tips and tools on managing work/life/school balance
- Webinars on personal safety, consent and acceptable behaviours in Canada
Support is available to you by contacting [email protected] to book an appointment with one of our team members.
Counselling
Fanshawe Toronto@ILAC cares about your mental health and well-being.
Our professional in-house health services team is available to support you during your time with us. Our counsellors are here to discuss personal and mental health concerns that are impacting your life and/or academics.
We provide a safe and confidential space for you to discuss both your physical and mental health concerns.
Support is available to you by contacting [email protected] to book an appointment with one of our team members
Counselling support via crisis hotlines are available 24/7 from the resources below:
• Toronto Distress Centres: 416 408-4357 or 408-HELP
• Gerstein Centre: 416-929-5200
• Spectra Helpline: 416-920-0497
• keep.meSAFE by guard.me: 1-844-451-9700
• good2talk: 1-866-925-5454 or connect through 2-1-1 or online
Career Development
and Podcast
Career Development Form
Students are encouraged to complete a Career Development Form on Canvas to set career development targets they wish to achieve during their studies and their career goals. Upload your document on Blackboard and work with Co-op and Career Service every semester s to track whether you are on the right path and discover what adjustments you need to make.
Planning ahead allows students to work on developing skills and building experience, which are vital to securing professional jobs and ensures that students have a plan in place for when they finish their studies.
Co-op and Career Services Podcast and “DREAM BIG Speaker Series”
Fanshawe Toronto students will also have access to a podcast featuring advice and guidance from Co-op and Career Services staff, Fanshawe Toronto faculty and staff, and external industry experts.
As part of our DREAM BIG Speaker Series, guest speakers with outstanding professional backgrounds are invited to campus to deliver talks and provide guidance to Fanshawe Toronto students.
Further information will be available to students throughout their studies on the career services course on Canvas.
Co-op, Placement, and Internship
If you are interested in providing co-op/part-time/full-time employment opportunities to Fanshawe Toronto students or wish to work with us in other ways, please complete the form below or send an email to [email protected] or [email protected]
A representative from Co-op and Career Services will respond to inquiries or form submissions within 3 business days.
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