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Engineer Engages Mentor and Strategic Job Search to Land Professional Position

Name: Isidro

Country: Dominican Republic

Profession: Application Engineer

Isidro, a mechanical engineer from the Dominican Republic, had over ten years of experience. Despite his persistence, he was frustrated by the lack of results. He called a meeting with his Upwardly Global mentor and enlisted the staff for additional support. His tireless efforts paid off. Isidro can now support his family and is enjoying a healthy work-life balance.

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Upwardly Global's Impact

"Through Upwardly Global, I was able to start building my professional network in America and the importance and value of this expands far beyond the immediate needs of a job search."

Name: Nikolai Kastioukevitch

Country: Belarus

Profession: Business Analyst

Company: NYC Department of Small Business Services

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Job Seeker Services

We value your professional experience and want to help rebuild your career in the U.S.

We know the challenges you face as a new arrival to this country trying to obtain a professional job. Have you experienced the following?

  • You have significant experience and education but cannot get a professional job
  • You have sent many resumes but don’t get a response
  • You don’t have a professional network to help you make connections with employers
  • You are unsure about the requirements or options in your profession in the U.S.
  • You are losing confidence and hope that you can use your education and professional experience in the U.S.

We can help you get a professional job

We have worked with nearly 3,000 skilled immigrants like you and know how to overcome the obstacles you encounter. We can help you get employers to notice your resume and understand your experience. We will become your professional network and help you make the professional connections necessary to get a job in the U.S.

Our Job Seeker Services Program is free for skilled immigrants who meet the following requirements:

  1. have permanent work authorization (Green Card or refugee/asylee status)
  2. have at least the U.S. equivalent of a 4-year bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a university program
  3. have at least two years of professional experience outside the U.S.
  4. have lived in the U.S. between 0 and 5 years
  5. come from a developing country
  6. possess computer skills and at least intermediate English language skills

Get inspired by our job seekers' success stories by viewing this video.

Working with Upwardly Global involves three steps:

1. Pre-training meeting
This is an opportunity to learn more about Upwardly Global’s programs and services and to register for upcoming training.

2. Job Seeker Training Program
The training program will equip you with skills and tools you need to rebuild your career in the U.S.  During the training, you will learn to write a resume and cover letter in a U.S. style format as well as improve your interview and networking skills.

3. Post-training
Individual coaching from knowledgeable Upwardly Global staff or mentors who will provide support in your job search and introductions to our Employer Network.

Please visit our locations page to find out where we currently provide services and locations where we hope to be soon.

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