Are you an internationally educated professional (IEP) with a background in engineering and applied science technology looking to boost your employability in Ontario?
Discover what is needed to network and connect with employers hiring in your profession at the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) Career Event for internationally educated professionals, taking place October 22 online and October 23 in-person.
DAY 1: OCTOBER 22 - VIRTUAL CAREER EVENT
Our virtual career event on October 22 is FREE to attend and includes workshops to help you grow professionally in Ontario's job market. This is an overview of the agenda. To view more on each session, including the speakers and discussion points, please visit the agenda items on this page.
- 9:30 AM – Welcoming Remarks
- 9:40 AM – Who is OACETT Presentation
- 10:30 AM – WES (World Education Services) information session on the credential evaluation process
- 11:30 AM – Career Edge Information Session
- 1:00 PM – Workshop: The Art of Networking
- 2:15 PM – Workshop: Today's Corporate Advice from an HR Professional
- 3:15 PM – Closing Remarks
DAY 2: OCTOBER 23 - IN-PERSON CAREER EVENT
Our in-person Career Fair and Networking event will occur at The Vue and Clubhouse, 195 Galaxy Blvd, Etobicoke. This event is in two parts and has a nominal cost to attend.
Career Fair - 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Connect with local employers hiring in your profession. Cost to attend is $10.
In-person Networking - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Connect with organizations who assist internationally educated professionals and take part in a mentorship networking event with OACETT professionals. Event includes drinks and food. Cost to attend is $10.
About OACETT
The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) is a non-profit, self-governing, professional association of over 21,000 members.
OACETT is Ontario's independent certifying body for engineering and applied science technicians and technologists and confers the designations C.Tech. (Certified Technician) and C.E.T. (Certified Engineering Technologist). These designations are recognized across Ontario by employers and other engineering professionals.