{"id":92771,"date":"2025-03-07T15:27:47","date_gmt":"2025-03-07T20:27:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/?post_type=rbc_my_money_matter&#038;p=92771"},"modified":"2025-03-07T15:27:49","modified_gmt":"2025-03-07T20:27:49","slug":"resume-writing-tips-for-international-students-in-canada","status":"publish","type":"rbc_my_money_matter","link":"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/life-events\/new-to-canada\/employment-in-canada\/resume-writing-tips-for-international-students-in-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"Resume writing tips for international students in Canada"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-single-article-header\">\n\t<section class=\"section-grey cover pad-t-hlf\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-inner w-half w-mob-full centered-margin cover section-grey pad-tb-0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"inline-block pill-container pill-taxonomies\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"mar-b-hlf mob-mar-b snipe pill 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mar-b-hlf\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-block-inner-block block-inner\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tldr\">TLDR<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Tailor your resume to Canadian standards, essential for applying to part-time jobs, internships, co-ops, and post-graduation work permits.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Highlight skills that match job requirements, and showcase them through volunteer work, international experience, and a portfolio.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Choose the right resume format (functional \u2013 or skills-based \u2013 when you have limited experience), use keywords from job descriptions for ATS compatibility, keep the resume concise (ideally a single page), use standard fonts, avoid excessive design elements, and always include a personalized cover letter.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Ensure your resume features your contact information, LinkedIn profile, professional summary, relevant skills, education, and language proficiencies to effectively showcase your qualifications.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As an international student in Canada, education is your first priority. However, one of the main goals of\u00a0studying in Canada\u00a0is to establish the skills, knowledge, and network that forms the\u00a0foundation for your career. No matter your field of study, there is no shortage of skilled\u00a0job opportunities in Canada. But before you start building your career in your new home, you need to understand how the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/life-events\/new-to-canada\/employment-in-canada\/navigating-the-canadian-job-market-when-youre-new-to-canada\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-92771-6a19e503\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Canadian job market\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Canadian job market<\/a>\u00a0works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing you need when looking for a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/life-events\/new-to-canada\/employment-in-canada\/international-students-working-canada-guide\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-92771-2d92a87b\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"student job in Canada\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">student job in Canada<\/a>\u00a0is a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/life-events\/new-to-canada\/employment-in-canada\/canadian-resume-formats-templates-tips\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-92771-d8c53c0e\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Canadian-style resume\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Canadian-style resume<\/a>. As you sit down to craft your resume, you may have several questions. What can you include in your resume? Does your international experience count? How can you prove you\u2019re qualified for the job without any\u00a0Canadian work experience? In this article, we provide tips and advice on how to write the perfect resume as an international student in Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why do you need a resume as an international student in Canada?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One question many international students in Canada have is, \u201cDo I even need a resume?\u201d If you plan to work in Canada during or after your studies, the answer is a resounding&nbsp;<strong>YES<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As an international student, you may be eligible to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/life-events\/new-to-canada\/employment-in-canada\/international-students-working-canada-guide\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-92771-ac99c980\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"work part-time while studying\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">work part-time while studying<\/a>\u00a0to cover part of your\u00a0living expenses in Canada. Alternatively, your study program may include a mandatory\u00a0internship or co-op\u00a0term. Whether you choose to work on-campus, off-campus, or as an intern or co-op student in a professional environment, you will need a Canadian-style resume to apply to these work opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Often, international students who move to Canada to study decide to stay here and work for a few years after they graduate. To work full-time in Canada after completing your studies, you need to apply for a&nbsp;Post Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)&nbsp;or an employer-specific work permit. When you start looking for full-time employment after graduation, your resume will be a valuable tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your resume is often your first opportunity to make an impression on potential employers and also determines how your future manager will assess your value. An impressive\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/life-events\/new-to-canada\/employment-in-canada\/canadian-resume-formats-templates-tips\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-92771-7b40098c\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Canadian-style resume\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Canadian-style resume<\/a>\u00a0can help you stand out among your peers by highlighting your unique strengths and skills that will help you excel in the workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-light-grey-background-color has-background\"><strong><em>Tip:<\/em><\/strong><em>&nbsp;A Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) can help you gain valuable Canadian work experience after your studies and improve your chances of qualifying for&nbsp;permanent residence (PR)&nbsp;in Canada through&nbsp;immigration programs&nbsp;such as the&nbsp;Canadian Experience Class (CEC).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to write a resume as an international student with no Canadian experience\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you prepare to enter the Canadian job market, your Canadian counterparts will likely have an advantage over you in the job search process. Some of them may have worked in part-time or summer jobs since high school and, having grown up here, may already have valuable industry connections. You may need to catch up with them in certain crucial areas in order to be on equal footing when you start looking for jobs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So how can you, as an international student, make your resume stand out? The prep work for your resume starts well before you put pen to paper, even as early as the beginning of your study program. Here are some key aspects to focus on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Volunteer work counts as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/life-events\/new-to-canada\/settling-in-canada\/canadian-experience-students\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-92771-6156e1c1\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Canadian experience\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Canadian experience<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In Canada, volunteer experience is considered work experience and, where relevant, you should include it on your resume.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/life-events\/new-to-canada\/employment-in-canada\/why-newcomer-to-canada-should-volunteer\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-92771-c497c968\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Volunteering\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Volunteering<\/a>\u00a0is part of the Canadian culture and can help you gain insight into the Canadian professional environment. It\u2019s also a great way to put your theoretical knowledge to practice, develop new skills, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/life-events\/new-to-canada\/employment-in-canada\/how-to-build-your-network-from-scratch-in-canada-2\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-92771-e4a078b8\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"build your professional network\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">build your professional network<\/a>. Not to mention it also gives back to your community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Start building your portfolio<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>More than anything, what an employer wants to know is whether you can get the job done if they hire you.<\/strong>&nbsp;A strong portfolio is proof of your capabilities, both technical and creative. You should only include your best work or the projects you\u2019re most proud of. Your portfolio can be in the form of a blog, design portfolio, or other samples of your past work. If you have a digital portfolio, include a link to it on your resume and&nbsp;LinkedIn profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Focus on the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/life-events\/new-to-canada\/employment-in-canada\/leveraging-transferrable-skills-a-newcomers-guide-to-boosting-employment-in-canada\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-92771-8e920ff8\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"transferable skills\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">transferable skills<\/a>\u00a0you can bring to a company<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Think about all the skills you\u2019ve acquired through your studies and how those skills can be beneficial to the position you\u2019re applying for. Even if it doesn\u2019t seem directly related, there may be aspects of your past work, part-time job, academic projects, clubs and extracurricular activities, and volunteer work that are valuable for your new role. For instance, if you worked part-time at a call center while studying, you may have picked up customer service and time management skills or learned new software on the job. If you were the treasurer of a student club, you probably picked up some accounting or fundraising skills. If you coached a sports team, you may be able to highlight the people management skills you developed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should a good international student resume include?\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since each company looks for a different combination of skills and experience, you should\u00a0customize your resume\u00a0for each and every company and position you apply for. This will improve your chances of being selected for an interview. Here are some standard elements that a good Canadian resume should include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>Your name and contact information.<\/strong>\u00a0Make sure your email address is one you check frequently and is professional (it shouldn\u2019t include nicknames, slang, or, ideally, numbers)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>A link to your\u00a0LinkedIn profile\u00a0and\/or portfolio.<\/strong>\u00a0Make sure your LinkedIn profile is up to date and reflects your recent accomplishments. Most Canadian employers will go through your LinkedIn profile and other social media accounts before hiring you, so make sure they are professional and optimized for your job search.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>A professional summary or objective.\u00a0<\/strong>This paragraph should summarize your skills and achievements along with why you would be a good fit for the position.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>Any relevant skills or professional experience.<\/strong> Professional experience can include internships, part-time jobs, projects you\u2019ve done in school, co-ops, or even volunteer experience. You can also include work experience from your home country if it\u2019s relevant to the job.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>Your education and academic accomplishments.<\/strong>\u00a0Even if your\u00a0study program\u00a0doesn\u2019t directly relate to the role, your academic merit can prove that you\u2019re a hard worker and fast learner.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>Language skills and other relevant interests.<\/strong>\u00a0If you speak a language other than English, that can potentially be a huge asset. You may also have honed other interests over the course of your studies that are relevant to the workplace or your desired industry. For instance, if you were on the debate team in university, potential employers may see that as evidence of public speaking and analytical thinking skills.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eight resume writing tips for international students in Canada<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know what should generally be included in your resume, let\u2019s dive deeper into what a good resume should look like and how you can&nbsp;craft an impressive Canadian resume&nbsp;that will resonate with employers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Choose the right resume format\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are three main\u00a0resume formats in Canada: reverse chronological, functional, and combination or hybrid. For students, a functional resume is the most effective format (you can download a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2023\/06\/Skills-Based_Resume_Template_2Page.docx\" data-dig-id=\"LP-92771-11da001a\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"free functional resume template\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">free functional resume template<\/a>, but be sure to customize it to your own experience and to the role you are applying for). One of the most common apprehensions international students have while writing their resumes is how to draw attention away from their lack of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/life-events\/new-to-canada\/settling-in-canada\/canadian-experience-students\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-92771-2aafcb2b\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Canadian work experience\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Canadian work experience<\/a>. The functional resume format helps solve this problem by focusing on your skills and achievements rather than your experience (or the lack of it).\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, the reverse chronological resume lists your work experience from most recent to least recent and is best suited for experienced professionals. If you have prior work experience, you can also use a combination resume, which highlights both your work history and transferable skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Highlight your skills and non-professional experience<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Research the role you\u2019re interested in to understand the skills the employer seeks. Your resume should reflect relevant skills you bring to the table and your accomplishments from past professional and non-professional roles. Non-professional experience can include any relevant projects you completed inside or outside of school, or volunteer experience applicable to the position. Use the C-A-R (Challenge-Action-Result) approach to showcase the impact you made and, where possible, quantify your accomplishments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Use keywords from the job description\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Including keywords from the job description in your resume increases your chances of getting past the&nbsp;Applicant Tracking System&nbsp;(ATS). This is an automated system that scores and ranks your resume based on how closely it matches the job description. Many Canadian companies, large and small, use ATS to filter applications so that only resumes that are a good fit for the role reach the recruiter or hiring manager.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Include relevant technical and soft skills\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you a good communicator? Have you led small teams to complete a task or project? Soft skills like communication and leadership are sought after in the Canadian job market and should be included on your resume. Again, read the job description to understand which skills are relevant to the role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Include your foreign qualifications (and ECA equivalents)\u00a0\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Academic or professional qualifications from your home country may still be useful in the Canadian job market. Often, different countries have different nomenclature for educational credentials. If possible, get your foreign credentials assessed and list their&nbsp;Educational Credentials Assessment (ECA)&nbsp;equivalency on your resume. This will give employers a better picture of your qualifications as they apply to the role in question. It will also improve your resume\u2019s match score when it passes through ATS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Keep your resume short\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As an international student, your resume should not be longer than one page, especially if you\u2019re applying to entry-level jobs. A short resume encourages you to highlight only the most important aspects of what makes you a viable candidate. If you have several years of work experience, Canadian or foreign, and are applying for a mid- to senior-level role, a two-page resume is acceptable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Use standard fonts and avoid design elements\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In an attempt to make their resume stand out, many applicants make the mistake of incorporating fancy graphics and bold colours in their resume. However, tables, design elements, and other non-text content can lower the chances of your resume clearing ATS. Employers want the actual information on your resume, and niche fonts or design elements can be distracting. Keep it simple, at least for this phase of your job search. Avoid using pictures and stick with standard fonts. Be sure to leave ample white space to make your resume more readable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Include a cover letter\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if the job posting doesn\u2019t specifically ask for one, always include a cover letter. Cover letters are your opportunity to get a bit more personal about why a specific job is important to you and why you are a good fit for it. Download the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2023\/06\/Cover-Letter_Template.docx\" data-dig-id=\"LP-92771-1dafc9c0\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"free cover letter template\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">free cover letter template<\/a>\u00a0and customize it to your profile and the job you are applying to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-light-grey-background-color has-background\">Learn more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/life-events\/new-to-canada\/employment-in-canada\/newcomer-job-search-mistakes\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-92771-31b76d1d\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Avoid these 10 job search mistakes when looking for a job in Canada\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Avoid these 10 job search mistakes when looking for a job in Canada<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As an international student in Canada, you should familiarize yourself with a Canadian-style resume before you start looking for internships, part-time work, or even your first job after graduation. Your lack of relevant Canadian experience doesn\u2019t necessarily lower your chances of landing your dream job in Canada. As long as you\u2019re able to focus on your strengths, highlight relevant achievements and skills, and make a strong case for why the organization should hire you, you should be able to start your career successfully in Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-default-collapsible\"><p><button class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#collapse834a1009\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse834a1009\" data-dig-id=\"LP-57738-834a1009\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"accordion closed\" action-closed=\"accordion closed\" action-opened=\"accordion open\" data-dig-label=\"Things our lawyers want you to know\"><span>Things our lawyers want you to know<\/span><span>Things our lawyers want you to know<\/span><\/button><\/p><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"collapse834a1009\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-collapsible-inner-block collapse-inner\">\n<p>This article is intended as general information only and is not to be relied upon as constituting legal, financial or other professional advice. 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