Careers in the US and Canada

This year’s Careers in the US and Canada events will take place across the year, starting in Autumn Term. Some events are suitable for both US and Canadian students, some just for US, some just for Canadian and some may also be useful to those from other countries looking to move to the US or Canada – please check each event description before you book to ensure you’re attending the events most relevant to you. 

View all upcoming Careers in the US and Canada events on CareerHub.

Organisations that have previously been involved in this programme include USAID Public Health Institute, Government of Canada, United States Government, World Bank, Global Counsel and Gallup. Upcoming events may feature those working in public sector, policy and government, international development, consulting, economics, international organisations, NGOs and the charity sector, and banking and finance.

Joining our Careers in the US and Canada events? Make the most of your time by following the tips below..

1. Do your research
2. Know what's on offer
3. Ask questions
4. Plan your environment and dress appropriately
5. Take notes - they might be useful in future applications
6. Update your CV
7. Follow up after the events - follow speakers on Linkedin

Found our Careers in the US and Canada sessions insightful and wondering what's next? Or waiting for next year's events?

Here are some related LSE Careers resources you might like to check out:

• Blog: ‘Seven key lessons from our Careers in the US: Consultancy Panel’
• Browse recordings and resources from previous events on CareerHub.

Get confidential one-to-one guidance from one of our professional and dedicated team of careers consultants.

Our consultants can help with:

• careers advice and planning;
• CV, cover letter and application form feedback;
• practice interviews;
• specialist careers support for disabled students and PhD students.

Read about different types of careers appointments online

Book a careers appointment on CareerHub

Throughout the year we provide a range of events to equip you with the skills to succeed including:

• CV, cover letter and application workshops;
• mock assessment centres;
• sector insights;
• seminars on case studies and psychometric tests.

Browse all of our events on CareerHub

• Search opportunities on CareerHub for a selection of live vacancies
• Find out more about the US Presidential Management Fellows Program.
• Visit LSE Careers’ US country profile page for useful resources in understanding the jobs market and recruitment methods you might experience.