International Education Intern

The Centre for International Program at the University of Guelph is accepting applications for an International Education Intern.

Details of the position can be found on the University of Guelph website

This internship was designed for a recent university graduate who is interested in pursuing a career in international education, and will provide training and mentoring in International Education.

Please share this posting with individuals who may be interested, and any IE networks to which you belong.

Journal of International Students

These are some interesting articles from the Journal of International Students printed at Arkansas State University. 

Kavishkumar Bhekharee (Mauritius) - Civil Engineering

Hello, my name is Kavishkumar Bhekharee, I’m 20 years old. I’m from Goodlands village in Mauritius Island. I went to Mapou State Secondary School and I’m currently enrolled in the Civil Engineering Technology programat Algonquin College in Ottawa. I’m actually doing my second semester.

First and foremost, I chose to do the Civil Engineering program because it is basically one of the best programs we may find in colleges. Civil Engineering Technologists are also in great demand all across Canada. And, I chose Algonquin College because it is a highly recognised college as well as one of the best colleges in Ottawa. Algonquin College is found in the capital city of Canada which is a very huge advantage for international students because there are many facilities and we get everything.

So far, my studies are going on pretty well. I adore Ottawa very much because it is a small city and the people here are very nice. Also, the winter in Ottawa is pretty cool…. Anyway, I started loving the winter in Canada.

I would highly recommend people to come study at Algonquin College. 

With departmental approval, Kavish will complete two optional paid full-time co-op work terms during the Spring/Summer months. Co-op education involves alternating periods of academic studies with paid work experience in the appropriate field. 

Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence (ACCE)

Students at the Algonquin College Civil Engineering program focus on advanced topics including project administration, civil estimating, design of steel structures, and highway and environmental engineering. In addition, students broaden their skills in other civil engineering sub-disciplines, such as statics, structural analysis, hydraulics, GIS, water and waste water technology and geotechnical materials. This porgram is offered at the Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence (ACCE) where other programs such as the Applied Bachelor of Building Science, Bachelor of Applied Arts - Interior Design, Architectural Technology, Electrical Engineering and the postgraduate certificate in Green Architecture are offered. 

Collection of World Graffiti Images

Tel Aviv - Israel

Tripoli - Libya

Recife - Brazil

Florianopolis - Brazil 

Cairo - Egypt

Buenos Aires - Argentina

Sao Paulo - Brazil 

Bethlehem (Israel - Palestine checkpoint)

Tel Aviv - Israel 

Lucas Capalbo (Brasil) - Algonquin College - Gestão de Eventos

Eu escolhi Algonquin College em Ottawa para estudar Gestão de Eventos porque senti confiança nas informações que recebi sobre o College. Não houve nenhum email que mandei para eles fazendo perguntas que não me foi respondido (ao contrário de outros colleges e universidades). Fiz diversas pesquisas sobre escolas, preços e cursos, ao final, decidi vir para cá pois AC correspondia todas as minhas exigências. Muitos me perguntam "Por que Ottawa e não Toronto ou Vancouver?" Na minha opinião e que essas cidades já estão "manjadas", cheias de estrangeiros e creio que a verdadeira cultura canadense se perdeu um pouco. Ottawa e um pouco menor do que as duas cidades, mas ainda e a capital do pais, ou seja, grandes decisões são tomadas aqui, gerando varias oportunidades e chamando a atenção do resto do Canada. Sem falar que a cultura canadense e mais viva por essas bandas!

Meu primeiro mês no College for extraordinário! Tantas oportunidades são oferecidas que fica até difícil de escolher o que participar. Os canadenses tem um cuidado e dedicação tão grande com o seu sucesso que fazem de tudo para fazer com que você tenha a melhor experiência universitária possível. Para vocês terem idéia da forca dos alunos por aqui, a Associação de estudantes (que e independente do College e dirigido pelos alunos) construiu um prédio de milhões de dólares para nós o utilizarmos para diversos fins.

Como somos estrangeiros, as vezes nos sentimos mais acuados de erguermos nossa voz em certas coisas, mas como o ditado já diz "não deixe o medo impedir que você vença". Quando algumas oportunidades me apareceram, confesso que meu coração bateu mais forte, minhas mãos tremeram, minha mente foi a mil perguntando a mim mesmo "mas e se eles não me entenderem? mas e se eu não entende-los? mas... mas...) Eu deixei os "mas" para trás e corri atrás dos meus objetivos! 

Em praticamente dois meses que estou aqui já consegui grandes conquistas. Fui tão bem recebido e aceito pelos meus colegas que fui até eleito o representante de classe, consegui um trabalho no campus, ajudo a Associação de estudantes a promover eventos e descobrir a necessidade dos universitários, voluntariei em diversos projetos, criei um clube de estudantes latino americanos , até já me fantasiei de mascote para animar a torcida nos jogos da atlética (que por sinal é muito boa) e um monte de coisa que já tenho em vista, mas que ainda não se concretizaram. Que saber? Mandei bem em ter vindo para cá!!!

Manager, International Student Integration at George Brown College (Toronto)

Title: Manager, International Student Integration

Division: International & Immigrant Education

Category: Administrative Staff

Type: One-year contract

Incumbent: Vacant

Salary: $58,332 – $72,915

Band: 9

Campus: St. James

Effective Date:  ASAP

Duties:

This position is responsible for providing leadership to the positive integration of international students from across the College to college life. Working independently under the general direction of the Director, International Admissions & Student Services the role is accountable for the creation and implementation of innovative programs and services that ensure a welcoming and supportive environment for the College’s international students, and which result in enhanced international student satisfaction and retention. The position is responsible for establishing and meeting targeted increases in international student satisfaction, and for identifying and implementing best practices in international student services, to enhance and maintain the College’s overall position relative to similar organizations.

• Leads the design, development and implementation of a range of programs and services for international students College-wide.
• Manages the provision of information, advice and guidance regarding immigration requirements, documents and available services outside the College; and information and advice regarding health care services, insurance and accommodation services, ensures that such programs and services are designed to balance the effective representation of international student interests with the interests and policies of the College; develops and implements communication plans regarding requirements and services.
• Based on data and Ministry survey information across colleges, establishes benchmarks and is accountable for meeting annual targeted increases in international student survey results; evaluates the effectiveness and design of existing programs and services in comparison with other colleges; researches and implements best practices in improving the international student experience and retention of international students.
• Provides expert advice to International & Immigrant Education divisional management to ensure the effective development and execution of international strategy and business planning; provides expert advice to academic divisions to enhance international student success and retention.
• Works in partnership with academic divisions to resolve student issues and deepen their understanding of the international student perspective; works to achieve the timely resolution of serious, complex and confidential international student issues, such as immigration, mental and physical health, legal and financial matters; works to ensure international students understand the College’s academic requirements and policies.
• Maintains a high level of part-time staff performance through effective recruiting, selecting, training, developing, mentoring, evaluating and managing performance.
• Represents the College on external committees, as required, ensuring the College’s interests are represented.
• Supports and promotes interaction between international students and Canadian students by liaising with Student Association and Student Clubs.
• Oversees international student emergency fund.

Qualifications:

Three year diploma/degree in International Relations, Business Administration or related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution or equivalent combination of education and experience.

At least 3 years experience in the development and implementation of student programs and services, including 2 years experience in a related education service setting; 1-2 years overseas work and/or study experience would be an asset.

Experience in survey administration, execution and interpretation of survey data is preferred.

Superior interpersonal, oral and written communication and presentation skills and cross-cultural sensitivity; a second language would be an asset.

Experience leading collaborative projects and cross-functional teams; experience working across a broad range of student groups, with student services and with relevant academic stakeholders preferred.

Ability to manage stressful and complex time-sensitive situations with a high degree of diplomacy and discretion.

Strong client service leadership and conflict resolution skills.

Experience in designing/delivering workshops and managing large events preferred.

Computer skills, including the use of databases, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, social media.

The College requires proof of degrees, credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post secondary institutions and/or their international equivalents. Credentials may require validation at the time of interviews.

For more information go to : http://www.georgebrown.ca/employment 

Federico Saretzki - Event Management

Federico Saretzki has been placed in the Dean's list and will be graduating with honours from Algonquin College's postgraduate certificate in Event Management.

Federico is a Colombian philosopher from Universidad de los Andes and a recognized DJ. He has knowledge in design, planning, management and execution of artistic production models.

He took the time to answer the following questions about his experience at Algonquin in Ottawa.


1. What influenced your decision to take the Event Management with Algonquin's School of Hospitality and Tourism ?
I have been working in events for more than 12 years and needed to move forward, a step ahead in my career and learn the managerial skills that I was missing in order to pursue my personal and professional projects.

2. Why did you choose Ottawa and Algonquin College?
Ottawa is a safe, nice and manageable city. Algonquin College offers one of the best courses in the world of event management; Canada is a great country that offers opportunities for international students.

3. What has worked for you throughout this time?
Networking and getting contacts in the field and industry, having the opportunity to work on site in different events and showing my talents and expertise in my coop positions and volunteering. Pursuing in my talents and strengths and having enough time to re-invent myself, do a lot of things that you miss when you are not a student.

4. Why should other Colombian/Latin students come to Ottawa and Algonquin?
Living abroad is the best learning experience. Algonquin is a great college with hands on experience, international view and moreover, also an institution that makes the student follows their path, learn in a friendly environment in order to follow their own dreams. Having the opportunity to study again in a multicultural environment is the biggest challenge ever, but this challenge makes you a better citizen of the world.

5. Any other positive anecdotes you would like to share
Having the chance of relearning, re-inventing and re-interpreting my life, learning different views on how to do events, and moreover, developing my talents and strengths with a multicultural group.  Having the chance to volunteer in events, fundraise among others are part of this success.

Thank you Federico and congratulations!