Enhance your employability with English skills & free job search training services.
Designed for students who already hold a Canadian Working Holiday Visa, our Working Holiday Visa Plus program combines English study with a wide range of free job search training services.
Join us to improve your English and develop your understanding of the Canadian job market, enhance your resume, tap into networking opportunities, and more so you can maximize your time working in Canada.
LOCATION AVAILABLE
Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver
PROGRAM LENGTH
8 weeks minimum
SCHEDULE
Full-Time Intensive, Full-Time Morning, or Full-Time Afternoon
START DATES
Any Monday, except the last week of the session.
ENGLISH LEVEL
Beginner 4
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Prospective students must hold a valid Working Holiday Visa for Canada.
What You'll Learn
Language Studies
Study General English in ILSC's Full-Time Intensive, Full-Time Morning, or Full-Time Afternoon schedule.
You will have the flexibility to choose from ILSC's wide range of core and skills elective classes. This means you can focus on fundamental English skills, or choose unique classes that will help you build Business vocabulary or other specialized English language skills that could help you in your job search.
Online Employability Skills Training Platform
Working Holiday Visa Plus students get FREE access to our exclusive online employability skills training platform, available only through select institutions like our partner, Greystone College. This unique platform offers 24/7 training on the Canadian job market, personalized feedback on resumes and cover letters, practice interviews tailored to your job search area, and more!
Empower yourself with weekly live workshops, up-to-date job search tips, biannual virtual job fairs, and a wealth of on-demand learning resources to support your job search in Canada. Plus, join our dedicated Facebook community for extra support and networking opportunities.
Job Club
Weekly job club sessions held on campus cover specific topics to help you get hired, such as:
Finding Careers & Scanning Job Postings:
Discover your Career Path: Gain insights into various industries and professions to find the career that matches your skills and interests.
Master Job Boards: Learn to effectively scan job postings, understand job descriptions, and identify key opportunities that align with your career goals.
Accomplishment Statements and Resume
Craft a Powerful Resume: Build a resume that stands out by highlighting your achievements and experiences in a way that resonates with Canadian employers.
Accomplishment Statements: Develop strong accomplishment statements that showcase your skills and impact, making your resume a compelling read.
Cover Letters
Write Persuasive Cover Letters: Understand the art of writing tailored cover letters that complement your resume and grab the attention of hiring managers.
Personal Branding: Learn how to convey your unique value proposition effectively and persuasively.
Job Interviews
Interview Preparation: Get practical tips and strategies to prepare for different types of job interviews, from phone screens to in-person meetings.
Practice Makes Perfect: Participate in mock interviews with constructive feedback to build your confidence and improve your performance.