Success Story: Landing a Job at a Canadian Public Corporation After 3 Years of Experience in Korea

1. Please briefly introduce yourself (major, school, current job, etc.)

Hello! I graduated from a Meister High School in Korea and started my career as a Front-End Developer. After moving to Canada, I completed a short front-end certification course and am now working as a Front-End Developer at a Canadian company.

2. Was there any interview question or episode that left a strong impression on you?

I remember being asked, “What is the project you’re most proud of?” Unfortunately, I couldn’t convey my point clearly, and my proudest achievement didn’t come across well. It was an awkward and humbling experience, but it became a turning point — I learned the importance of explaining my work from the interviewer’s perspective and using clear, understandable language. That realization helped me prepare much more effectively for later interviews.

3. How were you preparing for a job before discovering DrawDream?

I focused on updating my resume and preparing answers for both technical and behavioral interview questions.

4. Over how many months did you apply and interview, and how many companies did you reach out to?

Over the course of about a year, I applied to roughly 520 companies and attended around 30 interviews.

5. How did you first find out about DrawDream?

I learned about DrawDream through a developer community, where a representative introduced it as a service that helps Korean developers find jobs in North American companies.

6. Which part of the DrawDream program would you recommend the most?

I would definitely recommend the mock interview study sessions.They connected me with others who shared the same goal of getting hired, and by exchanging random technical questions, I was able to significantly improve my problem-solving and communication skills.

7. Do you have any tips or essential skills for getting a job in Canada?

I believe confidence and communication are key. When you get nervous or lose focus due to fear of speaking English, it can negatively affect how you’re perceived. It’s important to answer logically and confidently, showing ownership of the work you’ve done. Practicing that mindset made a big difference in my interviews.

8. What would you like to say to those currently preparing for jobs?

The job-hunting period is definitely the toughest, but once it’s over, it becomes one of the most rewarding experiences. There will be ups and downs — interviews that go well and others that don’t — but keep believing in yourself and endure until you succeed. You’ll be proud of yourself later.

9. What are your future career goals or plans?

For now, my goal is to continue gaining experience while working toward citizenship. Eventually, I’d like to work for a U.S.-based company and broaden my professional experience.

10. What does DrawDream mean to you?

DrawDream was my anchor during the job-hunting journey.

When things got tough, the mentors — who are all active professionals — provided both technical guidance and mental support, which helped me keep going.