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Career Building Forum: Shaping the Future You Want

Calling all Chinese high school, undergraduate, and graduate students in Canada!

在加拿大的华裔高中生、本科生和研究生们，快来看看！

The Asian Business and Management Program (ABMP) at York University invites you to a unique series of free career-building events, delivered entirely in Mandarin, designed to help you build connections, gain career insights and celebrate your academic journey with peers who share your experiences.

This is your chance to connect, grow, and succeed in a language you’re most comfortable with!

Choose from two options, both delivered entirely in Mandarin!

提供两种选择，全程中文交流！

Three Free Career Building Events

Designed to help you build connections, gain career insights and celebrate your academic journey with peers who share your experiences.

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Professional Experience Program (Research Assistant)

Includes all three Career Building Events plus an additional Research Skills Module. Perfect for those aiming for graduate studies or research-related roles in the future.

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Career Building Events

Why Participate?

  • Grow Your Network: Meet fellow Chinese students and professionals who have navigated similar academic experiences and career aspirations from China to Canada. Build friendships and career connections that can last a lifetime.
  • Shape Your Future: Discover how your international education experience can open doors to career opportunities.
  • Experience a Supportive Community: Share challenges, celebrate wins, and connect with others who understand your background and goals.
  • Leverage Your Unique Perspective: Learn how your Chinese heritage and global experience can be a powerful asset in the Canadian job market.

Choose From These Three Events

Registration is free. You can attend as many events as you like, but we strongly recommend attending all three for maximum benefit.

Date & Time: March 27, 2025 • 7:30–9:30pm EST
Location: Online (Zoom link provided upon registration)  
Language: Mandarin 

What to Expect:

  • Map Your Journey: Take a closer look at your career path so far, set clear and exciting goals, and discover practical tools to help you move forward confidently
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers who share similar challenges and dreams in a friendly environment
  • Hands-On Support: Get personalized guidance on leveraging your unique background and skills for job applications.

Why Attend:

  • Walk away with a clear career roadmap and actionable goals 
  • Build meaningful connections with like-minded peers and industry leaders

Dates & Times

April 2, 2025 • 7:30–9:00 PM EST

  • Academic Careers in North America – Challenges and opportunities for Chinese scholars.

April 16, 2025 • 7:30–9:00 PM EST

  • Multinational Companies – Strategies for success in a global business environment.

April 30, 2025 • 7:30–9:00 PM EST

  • Non-Profit Impact – Exploring how to drive social change through not-for-profit organizations

Location: Online (Zoom link provided upon registration) 

Language: Mandarin 

What to Expect:

  • Learn from the Best: Chinese professionals share insider tips and lessons learned from their career paths.
  • Q&A Sessions: Get real answers to your questions about navigating the North American job market.
  • Community Engagement: Connect with panelists and fellow attendees in a welcoming virtual space.

Why Attend:

  • Explore different career pathways you might not have considered before
  • Network with professionals who could become mentors and references.

Contest Deadline:
May 2, 2025

Storytelling Panel Date:
May 16, 2025 • 2:00–5:00pm EST

Location: York University, Toronto + Online (Zoom link provided upon registration) 

Language: Mandarin.

What to Expect:

  • Share Your Story: Submit a short, creative video in Mandarin or English showing how your international experience has shaped your education (what you study, new skills you learned), career aspirations (what kind of job you want, what you hope to achieve), and personal growth (how you have become more independent, more confident, or more open-minded).
  • Win Big: Two winning entries each receive a $500 prize and an opportunity to present at the Storytelling Panel.
  • Be Part of the Spotlight: Join the panel event to celebrate the creativity and unique journeys of Chinese students like you.

Why Attend:

  • Showcase your creativity and be recognized for your unique perspective.
  • Gain feedback and support from an encouraging community that values your story.

Storytelling Contest Guidelines

More Reasons to Attend

  • Networking Opportunities: Join an exclusive WeChat group connecting you with fellow Chinese peers and professionals. Stay in touch, share opportunities, and build lifelong connections that extend far beyond these events.
  • 所有讲座、对话和交流活动均使用中文进行，为华裔学生提供了用母语与成功的华裔专业人士深入沟通、表达想法和提问的机会，同时也为学生们与其他华裔同胞相互学习、建立友谊创造了平台。

Register Today!

We look forward to welcoming you into our growing community of Chinese students in Canada—together, let’s map out your future!

Register for Forum Events Now!

Questions?

For any inquiries, please email esther.wang@yorku.ca

Please note, by participating in this event, you acknowledge and agree that any statements, feedback, or contributions you make may be recorded, quoted, or otherwise used for purposes related to the event, including but not limited to reporting, promotional materials, and program improvement. If you have any concerns or wish to remain anonymous, please notify the organizers in advance.

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