Career Development

Career Advising Services

The Career Development and Experiential Learning team at Northeastern University Canada offers comprehensive career advising services to support your professional development journey. Our team provides highly customized and industry-focused support to help students reach their career goals.

Career development services are available to students throughout their program and beyond graduation. Whether a student is changing careers, exploring options, or continuing along an established path, the career services team is available to provide support through:

  • One-on-One Advising: Schedule appointments with career advisors to discuss career goals, job search strategies, and professional development
  • Co-op Information: Learn about program-specific requirements and processes
  • Document Review: Get feedback on resumes, cover letters, and other application materials
  • Interview Preparation: Practice with mock interviews and receive constructive feedback
  • Networking Guidance: Learn effective techniques for building professional connections
  • LinkedIn Profile Development: Create or enhance your professional online presence
  • Job Search Strategy: Develop effective approaches for finding opportunities
Career Peer Advisor (CPA) Services

Start the co-op and career journey by connecting with a Career Peer Advisor (CPA). These trained students offer guidance on:

  • Resume and cover letter review
  • Job search strategies
  • Networking tips and tricks
  • LinkedIn profile creation and enhancement
  • Interview preparation and practice

All students are welcome to use CPA services, regardless of which stage they are at in their program. Services include:

  • Drop-in Advising: Quick questions and brief document reviews
  • 30-Minute Appointments: In-depth resume reviews and job search support
  • 1-Hour Mock Interviews: Practice answering interview questions, receive constructive feedback, and build confidence with communication skills
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Pre-arrival and Transition Support

Starting a academic journey in a new country can be both exciting and challenging, especially when navigating a different job market. Northeastern offers pre-arrival programming to help international students prepare for the Canadian workforce, including:

  • Cultural competency in multicultural workplaces
  • Job search strategy tips
  • Networking skills development
  • Guidance on navigating the Canadian job market
Co-op Advising

Students who meet the co-op program requirements will be assigned a co-op advisor who provides specialized guidance throughout the co-op journey. Co-op advisors support students with:

  • Understanding co-op timelines and eligibility
  • Preparing effective application materials
  • Navigating the job search process
  • Transitioning successfully into the workplace
  • Reflecting on their experience during the work term

Resources Available

Common Interview Questions Guide: Prepare for general, behavioral, and situational questions
Mock Interview Practice: Book sessions with Career Peer Advisors
Interview Workshops: Attend sessions covering preparation techniques and strategies
Online Practice Tools: Access digital resources for independent interview practice

Interview Preparation

Build confidence and strengthen interview skills through a range of targeted supports:

  • Mock Interviews: Students can practice with career advisors or CPAs and receive constructive feedback
  • Industry-Specific Prep: Tailored guidance helps students prepare for interviews in their target field
  • Behavioral Interview Strategies: Learn to craft compelling STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) responses
  • Technical Interview Support: Prepare for technical assessments, problem-solving tasks, and presentations
  • Virtual Interview Tips: Develop skills to navigate the nuances of remote interviewing in today’s job market

Job Search Strategies

Develop effective approaches to finding and securing opportunities:

  • Search Techniques: Learn to use job boards, company websites, and networking platforms effectively
  • Networking Methods: Build and leverage professional connections through events and social media
  • Hidden Job Market: Access unadvertised opportunities through strategic relationship building
  • Industry-Specific Approaches: Understand unique job search methods for your target field
  • Time Management: Create an organized, consistent job search plan that produces results

Career Fair

Northeastern University Canada hosts regular career fairs at both the Vancouver and Toronto campuses, connecting students with employers actively recruiting for co-op positions and full-time roles. These events provide invaluable opportunities to:

  • Meet directly with hiring managers and recruiters
  • Learn about company cultures and opportunities
  • Practice professional networking
  • Discover new companies and industries

Career fairs are open to all students, including those in early stages of their programs who want to build awareness and start making connections.

Career Fair Preparation

To help students make the most of career fairs, Career Development and Experiential Learning offers preparation sessions that cover:

  • Asking meaningful and insightful questions
  • Researching companies ahead of the event
  • Preparing a compelling elevator pitch
  • Making a strong first impression
  • Following up effectively after the fair