Classroom to Career (Ep. 8) | Aarya Kumarpal Shah

🎬 Watch Episode 8 to learn how research, co‑op experience, student initiative, and Lambton College supports can create a strong classroom‑to‑career pathway in Canada. In Episode 8 of Classroom to Career, we meet Aarya Kumarpal Shah, an international student from India completing his final semester in Lambton College’s Financial Planning & Wealth Management (FPWS) program, who shares his journey from the classroom to securing a co‑op placement and full‑time job offer in Sarnia‑Lambton. Aarya discusses how networking and peer connections helped him find his co‑op as an Administrative & Accounting Associate at Sarnia Rent‑All Limited, leading to a full‑time role after graduation. He also highlights the importance of experiential learning and applying classroom knowledge in a real‑world setting. During the conversation, Aarya shares his involvement in launching Lambton College’s on‑campus Tax Clinic, a free service offering CRA‑approved tax filing support for students. He also explains why he chose Lambton College based on program curriculum, alumni outcomes, affordability, and small‑city living. The episode also covers important guidance for prospective students using Authorized agents, including how to avoid fraud, verify legitimate agencies, and understand the PAL and LOA verification process when applying for a Canadian study permit. Lambton College’s expedited graduation process and the seamless transition from co‑op to post‑graduation employment is also highlighted.