Integration Success Program for International Students

Access the skills and knowledge to begin a successful career in Canada.

Please note that the fall cohort is a 5 week program, focusing on key topics designed to equip you with the essential skills to succeed in the Canadian workplace after graduation. Below you’ll find the modules for the Integration Success Program:

FALL COHORT 2025

Modules for ISP Fall 2025

  • Cultural Competence in the Workplace

  • Intercultural Communication

  • Job Search Strategies and Networking (Resume, CV, Volunteering, LinkedIn)

  • Interview Skills and Practice

  • Leadership and Emotional Intelligence

  • Personal Branding-Creating a Winning image

  • Financial Literacy

  • Networking and Relationship Building

  • Goal Setting

  • Presentation & Graduation

The Skills to Connect you with Jobs in Canada

The Integration Success Program (ISP) helps upper-year international students enrolled in a post-secondary institution in the Capital Region build their skills and prepare them for post-secondary success. The program prepares students through a series of modules designed to help students develop the necessary skills to thrive in the Canadian workforce. 

This program offers a safe and supportive environment with like-minded international students that will help build meaningful connections, teach necessary skills, and set you up for success in Canada's workforce. At the end of the program, participants will graduate from the program with a better understanding and deeper knowledge of entering the Canadian workforce. 

AWARD WINNING!

Bronze winner at the 2023 IEDC Excellence in Economic Development Awards

Eligibility

The program is specifically designed for upper year international students that will graduate within 1-2 years within the Capital Region.

What You’ll Learn

  • Understanding Canadian workplace culture and Team Building

  • Goal setting and Vision Board

  • Resume, CV, and Interview/Career Strategy

  • Project Planning/Time Management

  • Leadership & Emotional Intelligence

  • Financial Literacy

  • Networking, Relationship-building, and Personal Branding

  • Intercultural Communication

  • Pathways to Permanent Residency

  • And much more!

What You’ll Get

  • Program Certificate

  • Program-based Graduation Ceremony

  • Opportunity to build meaningful connections

  • Essential skills for success in the Canadian workforce

ALUMNI TESTIMONIALS

  • “This program was not only an incredible learning experience but also deeply enriching… Engaging with individuals who brought unique perspectives made the experience truly inspiring and unforgettable.”

    Shreyas Varma Penmesta - Program Graduate

  • “From understanding professional dynamics to fostering meaningful connections, every moment contributed to my growth and learning.”

    Abhishek Goyal - Program Graduate

  • “This experience has inspired unexpected growth and challenged me to see things from new perspectives.”

    Omobola Ajayi - Program Graduate

  • “Thank you, Ignite, for organizing this incredible program for international students and equipping us with valuable insights to better prepare for entering the Canadian workforce.”

    Skylar Soh - Program Graduate

  • "Joining the Ignite ISP Program completely transformed how I view career growth and networking. What started as an opportunity to learn a few career tips turned into a deep dive into personal and professional development. I gained insights I’ll carry for life—like the power of genuine connections, the importance of timing, and the value of learning from those ahead of me. This 4-week program didn’t just teach me strategies; it gave me the confidence to own my story and step into new opportunities."

    Solomon Danquah - (ISP Winter Cohort 2025)

  • “What I didn’t expect was how eye-opening and transformative the journey would be. Every Tuesday and Thursday, I looked forward to engaging sessions that challenged me to learn, unlearn, and grow in ways I never imagined. Meeting everyone in person at the end fellow participants, facilitators, and organizers was the perfect conclusion to an incredible experience.”

    Sristhi Chopra - (ISP Winter Cohort 2025)

  • "The experience offered deep insights into both personal and professional growth, especially in navigating a new environment. I’m incredibly grateful for the connections I made and the opportunity to expand my network with such inspiring individuals. This program has truly broadened my perspective and boosted my confidence moving forward."

    George Ngaira - (ISP Winter Cohort 2025)

  • “Participating in the Integration Success Program (ISP) was an incredibly enriching 4-week journey. As an international student, this program provided me with essential soft skills needed for career development in Canada. Each week featured insightful sessions led by professional mentors who covered a wide range of topics from cultural competence, resume and cover letter writing, to networking, personal branding, financial literacy, leadership, emotional intelligence, and interview preparation. It was an empowering experience that gave me the tools and confidence to navigate the Canadian professional landscape more effectively.”

    Reshma Soni - (ISP Winter Cohort 2025)

PAST TESTIMONIALS

Estefania Martinez - Program Graduate 2022

Ahbi Alaeala - Program Graduate 2022

Rashida Bako - Program Graduate 2022

Mariano Padruno - Program Graduate 2022

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If you have any questions about the Integration Success Program for International Students, please contact our Manager Integration and Retention, Doyin Somorin, at doyin@myignite.ca