CISM - Canada International Student Magazine

Data analytics is a growing field in Canada in need of knowledgeable and skilled data analyst graduates. If you’re interested in problem-solving, pattern detection, and decision-making as well as technology, then the area of data analytics could be well-suited to you! There are a number of ways to become a

Do you want to make an impact in the health sector of Canada? International students can pursue their dreams of becoming nurses. Two popular nursing career options are Registered Nursing and Licensed Practical Nursing – both have unique processes students must complete in order to be eligible to practice as

Opticians help people choose the right form of eye care for them – including glasses, contacts and other technologies. To become an optician in Canada there are two potential pathways – pursuing your education regarding opticianry here in Canada, or having your international education and experience assessed by a provincial

Many international students may find themselves interested in pursuing physical therapy as a career after graduation – a career focused on exercise to aid with human disabilities, illness and/or injury. This is a regulated profession in Canada that requires substantial education, pays well, and is expected to be in demand

Many international students have an interest in becoming a lawyer and practicing in Canada, but maybe are less sure of the process. There are two primary processes for becoming a practicing lawyer here in Canada. One is by completing your law education here in a law faculty that accepts international

Toronto is in fact the second-largest financial sector in North America and the largest in Canada. It plays host to over 600 financial service companies and this is only continuing to grow. The city provides a number of financial services from investment banking, to accounting, and stock market trading. In

For those with a passion for the natural world and all of its organisms, a biology major might suit you well. So, this major will include various labs, lectures, exams, and reports. All of this work will help you to learn more about our living world. Also, it’s a great

You’ve likely walked by your university’s career centre at some point during your studies in Canada. Why not walk in? Career centres provide a number of services in varying formats that can help international students achieve their career goals after graduation. These include helping them find volunteer or paid work,

If you are someone who enjoys conveying information in visual and appealing ways, a performance and visual arts major might be just right for you. In this major, you will have the chance to take courses in drawing, painting, dance, acting, foreign languages, graphic design, photography and more! Also, you

Students with an interest in the role of gender in society and how it interacts with other forms of difference including Indigenous and racialized identities, class, sexuality, ability, age will definitely be interested in Gender and Women’s Studies majors. Well often the stereotype here is that there aren’t many careers

TESL (also known as TESOL, TEFL)  is a popular program offered for students who are interested in teaching English as a Second Language. The program varies from certificate to Ph.D. degree, depending on the institution you study at. TESL program could be an independent ESL program or it could also be

Linguistics refers to the study of language and its structure on the whole – students in this major analyze language form, language meaning, and language in context. So, semantics, syntax and more are all subjects that will be gone over. These subjects and the skills you’ll gain will be assets

Going to an interview can be quite stressful. But this nerve-racking experience is inevitable if you are seeking jobs. At its core, job interviews are intended to help you learn more about the job and give the employer a chance to see if your skills and experiences make you a

Career planning may seem very stressful, but it doesn’t have to be! Planning your career can be very simple if you remember to self-reflect, stay organized and prioritize your goals. If you remember to stay on top of your plan and not let it slip away, you’ll be able to

Choosing a career path is arguably one of the hardest decisions people face in their lifetime. There are so many options and an overwhelming amount of things to consider. To make things easier on new graduates and current students, we have highlighted 4 key areas you should consider before choosing

The world is now highly digital, and most of the job market can now be found online in Canada. Canadians will primarily apply to jobs through online postings; these are on the company website, as well as through third-party job posting platforms. Below, three job posting platforms will be explored,

Architecture is a challenging field of study that prepares you for creative and well-respected professions. Moreover, the demand for jobs in architecture is on the rise in Canada and it’s expected to continue growing. The common stigma of studying architecture is thinking of becoming an architect as one of the

At the intersection of human psychology, business, artistic talent and creativity is advertising! Creating compelling advertisements for companies is no easy task; you must understand what drives materialistic desire and what visuals attract our attention in order to get people to purchase something. And most of all, you must avoid

Urban planning is all about the design of cities. Urban planners are considering issues such as population growth, demographics, sustainability, safety and more when they create plans for the future of the city. It is a great degree and career for anyone with interdisciplinary interests, especially a love of cities,

Those heading into geoscience majors are likely headed for a highly valuable career! As future geoscientists, you can look forward to work outdoors, travel, research, and a high salary as well. If that all sounds good to you, do some further research and make sure the courses are interesting to

Are you creative? Do you love fashion and shopping? If yes, then the fashion industry may be a great place for you to work. This creative industry is full of a variety of career options, from digital design to modeling luxury clothing items. Some of the more popular careers in

Both petroleum and chemical engineers are considered some of the most valuable degrees in Canada, according to a recent RBC article. But, despite the fact that they are together in this article, these engineering specialties have some differences. These differences are related to what careers are available upon graduation, and the