Opportunities From: Skills for Change

Our Arrive Ready program at Skills for Change is seeking experienced professionals to volunteer as Pre‑Arrival Mentors, supporting newcomers who are preparing to transition to the Canadian labour market before their arrival in Canada.

As a mentor, you will provide guidance, industry insight, and career‑related support to internationally trained professionals, helping them better understand Canadian workplace culture, hiring practices, and sector‑specific expectations.

While our priority sectors for mentor recruitment include STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), Healthcare, Education, Skilled Trades, and Transportation and Logistics, we also welcome mentors from other professional fields who are interested in supporting newcomers during their settlement and career transition journey.

This virtual mentorship opportunity is designed to be flexible and impactful. Mentors will be matched with participants based on professional background and availability, and all interactions take place online.

By volunteering as a mentor, you will:

Support newcomer integration and workforce readinessShare your professional experience and sector knowledgeContribute to building inclusive and diverse workplaces in Canada

Training, resources, and ongoing support are provided to all mentors. If you are passionate about giving back, supporting newcomers, and shaping future talent in your sector, we welcome your involvement.

We are seeking a dedicated volunteer mentor to support the Coaching Corner at our monthly job fairs. This mentor will play a key role in empowering job seekers by offering practical, hands‑on coaching in areas such as interview preparation, resume and application strategies, and effective job‑search techniques. In this role, the mentor will also share valuable insights from an employer’s perspective, helping candidates understand what hiring managers look for, how to communicate their strengths, and how to present themselves with confidence and professionalism. Beyond interview tips, the mentor will guide job seekers through the full job‑search journey, including:

Strengthening resumes and online applicationsUnderstanding common hiring processes and timelinesPracticing mock interviews and answering challenging questionsOffering feedback on communication, body language, and presentationHelping candidates identify their transferable skillsProviding encouragement and confidence‑building support                                                                                                       

The goal is to equip job seekers with the tools, knowledge, and mindset they need to succeed in today’s competitive job market. Your mentorship can make a meaningful difference in someone’s career path and help them take the next step toward employment.

Below are the tentative upcoming Job Fair dates:

May 21,2026

June 25,2026

July 30,2026

August 27,2026 

September 24,2026

We are looking for three volunteers for each of the Job Fair dates.