Career development influences of international students who pursue permanent immigration to Canada |
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| Authors: | Nancy Arthur and Sarah Flynn |
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| Institution: | (1) Educational Studies in Counselling Psychology, Faculty of Education, University of Calgary, 2500 University Drive N.W., Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4, Canada |
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| Abstract: | This research focused on the career decision and planning needs of a unique group of migrants: international students who
are completing their studies as temporary immigrants and who are embarking on the career journey of employment and permanent
immigration. A semi-structured interview employing a Critical Incident Technique was used to assess the career influences
of 19 undergraduate and graduate international students at a Canadian university. Data were analyzed using a constant comparison
method and critical incident protocol. Students were motivated to remain in Canada due to enhanced job opportunities and high
standard of living. Barriers to migration included the fear of not securing employment and cultural and linguistic barriers.
International students would like to see campus and career services specified to the needs of international and graduate students
to help them realize their goal of pursuing employment as the key to permanent immigration. |
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