Visa accepted, How to find a job?

[rozkeefe]

Hi there,

I have just graduated with a 2:1 in Biology and I have finally got through the process of having my working visa for Canada to be accepted, I now face the problem of actually finding a job.

I am just writing on here to find out if anyone has any tips on applying or obtaining a job in Canada. I am hoping to be based in Toronto and I am willing to do any type of job which is or isn't directly related to my degree. I am hoping to get some international work experience in Canada. I have been working in Starbucks in the UK for the past two years, so worse comes to worse, hopefully I can work in a Starbucks there.

I have been browsing job websites such as monster and workopolis, but I do not arrive in Canada until around the 22nd September. Do people think it will be easier to apply for jobs when I am in the country? And also due to not having any Canadian experience it will be harder to obtain a job?

Any information or tips will be much appreciated!
Thank you!

 

[Jalex23]

I have been browsing job websites such as monster and workopolis, but I do not arrive in Canada until around the 22nd September. Do people think it will be easier to apply for jobs when I am in the country? And also due to not having any Canadian experience it will be harder to obtain a job?

Yes, it would be easier.

Depends on the job. If you want a good paying job then Canadian experience is a must, if you want any job then no, Canadian experience is not required.

 

[fredde587]

It sure is easier lol, I went to a company last week and they hired me straight away in the oil field services industry. They are currently going through the LMIA process for me