Are you looking for an opportunity to help add experience to your résumé so that you stand out to future employers?
Consider taking a A Career | Fit Professional Education Program to give yourself a super-charged competitive advantage in the job market.
Open to undergrads at Canadian universities and colleges who are aged 18-25 and identify as Asian (both Canadian citizens and international students), Career | Fit Programs are short, conveniently scheduled online offerings with a business focus that supplement your academic curriculum. They can open doors to your future by developing your practical skills and helping you stand out to employers.
Free to Qualifying Students
- These programs are generously supported by RBC’s Future Launch initiative, and delivered by York University’s Asian Business and Management Program (ABMP).
Featuring a Hands-on Project and Industry Mentor
- Work on a realistic current industry project in a team while being mentored by an expert from a Fortune 500 company.
What You’ll Get
- A Certificate of Completion of York University
- Insight into the knowledge, skills and capabilities required to be successful in the sector.
- Added Bonus: Students in each program’s winning group also receive a mentor’s letter of recommendation.
Duration
- Each program is only six weeks long (12 x two-hour sessions, delivered live, online twice weekly).
Requirements
- Undergraduates studying in all disciplines can benefit from Career | Fit Professional Experience Programs. Select the program you are most interested in.
Program Topics to Choose From
Choose from these cutting-edge programs:
- Money, Our Values & Banking Operations: A Competitive Analysis of RBC & Competitor ESG Reports (RBC Mentor) • May 6 – June 12, 2024
- Developing a Digital Transformation and Technology Strategy within Salesforce (Salesforce Mentor) • May 7 – June 13, 2024
- Sustainable Mobility: Enhance Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Using a Data-Driven Strategy (PwC Mentor) • June 15 – July 21, 2024
- Data Analytics And Machine Learning Applications In Business Optimization (IBM Mentor) • June 18 – July 25, 2024
- Fintech and the Rise of Digital Assets (RBC Mentors) • July 3 – August 11, 2024
Space is limited, so apply early!
- Visit the Career | Fit website for program for more information about the program projects, the experienced industry mentors and details on how to apply.
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Free Professional Experience Programs for Asian Undergrads in Canada
Are you an Asian undergraduate university or college student in Canada, between 18-25 years old, with big dreams for your future career? The Asian Business and Management Program (ABMP) at York University has an incredible opportunity to give you a head start– absolutely free. Their Career | Fit Professional Experience Programs are unlike any class you’ve taken. Imagine working directly with a mentor from a top company on a real-world industry project, gaining the practical skills that make employers take notice. It’s about turning classroom knowledge into the kind of experience that will wow interviewers
You can choose from cutting-edge programs focused on banking, technology, sustainability, data analytics, and fintech – all areas shaping the future of business. Each program lasts six weeks, and you’ll collaborate with your team, get expert guidance from your mentor, and leave with a valuable certificate demonstrating your new skills. And if your team’s final project wins? Expect a letter of recommendation from your mentor – that’s the kind of edge that can make a huge difference in your job search.
Past participants rave about how interactive and engaging the programs are, emphasizing the value of real-world learning. As Elena Caprioni, ABMP’s Program Director says, it’s about giving students who identify as Asian the tools to achieve their goals and build a brighter, more inclusive future.
These programs are free, thanks to RBC Future Launch’s generous sponsorship, but space is limited. To find out if you’re eligible and how to apply, visit go.yorku.ca/abmp. This might just be the chance to transform your resume and launch the career you’ve been dreaming of!
Asian Undergrads in Canada: Gain a Competitive Edge with Free Professional Experience Programs
TORONTO, ON – Are you a Canadian university or college undergraduate student, aged 18-25, who identifies as Asian? If so, a unique opportunity can help you launch your career, offered by the Asian Business and Management Program (ABMP) at York University. Career | Fit Professional Experience Programs are designed to supplement your studies with valuable, hands-on experience that will make your resume stand out to employers.
How Does It Work?
Each six-week Career | Fit program lets you:
- Collaborate on a current industry project while receiving guidance from a mentor at a leading Fortune 500 company.
- Bridge theory to practice and discover the in-demand knowledge and skills that will position you for success in your chosen career path.
- Earn a unique certificate from the program’s host university demonstrating your development of practical skills.
- Gain a mentor’s letter of recommendation if your team wins the final competition! (A significant advantage for job applications).
Choose Your Focus From These Cutting-Edge Programs:
- Money, Our Values & Banking Operations: A Competitive Analysis of ESG Reports (with mentorship from RBC) • May 6 – June 12, 2024
- Developing a Digital Transformation and Technology Strategy within Salesforce (with mentorship from Salesforce)• May 7 – June 13, 2024
- Sustainable Mobility: Enhance Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Using a Data-Driven Strategy (with mentorship from PwC) • June 15 – July 21, 2024
- Data Analytics and Machine Learning Applications in Business Optimization (with mentorship from IBM) • June 18 – July 25, 2024
- Fintech and the Rise of Digital Assets (with mentorship from RBC) • July 3 – August 11, 2024
Words from Past Participants
“I enjoyed this program more than anticipated because of how interactive it was… [It] immensely promoted our learning, networking, and communication skills!”
“One of the many things I enjoyed was that everyone felt comfortable …the concepts learned are valuable.”
Program Director Elena Caprioni explains: “I am delighted that the RBC Career | Fit programs have already impacted almost 100 students who identify as Asian, helping them to achieve their career goals…we are eager to continue offering dynamic educational experiences to students, and helping to shape a brighter, more inclusive future for them.”
About the Sponsor: These programs are sponsored by RBC Future Launch, an initiative dedicated to empowering Canadian youth for the jobs of tomorrow. “When young people succeed, we all succeed. We’re excited to launch Series 2 of the Career | Fit Program this year.” – Mark Beckles, vice president social impact and innovation, RBC
These programs are FREE to eligible applicants. Limited spaces are available, so don’t delay!
Eligibility:
- Must be an undergraduate at a Canadian university
- Must be 18-25 years old
- Must identify as Asian (South, East, Southeast, Central, or West Asia)
- Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or international student
To Apply (Easy 2-Step Process!)
- Visit go.yorku.ca/abmp and click the Apply Now button.
- Record a short (1-2 minute) video answering two questions and submit with your online application.
Application deadlines are two weeks before each program’s start date.
Program Website: https://go.yorku.ca/abmp
For More Information Contact: Esther Wang (esther.wang@yorku.ca)