Cornell US Career Launchpad
Program (CLP)
Learn how to get hired in the US
Get started risk-free. If the program isn't the right fit, you can cancel anytime and receive a refund for any unused sessions.
Create your professional story and positioning to stand out
Learn how to strategically network and navigate the recruitment process
Practice your skills weekly in 1-on-1 sessions, including mock interviews
Designed for Cornell's International Graduate and Professional Students.
New to the US job market? In this 8-week program—created in partnership by MeeOpp and Cornell University—build the real-world communication skills employers expect, from professional conversations to interview prep. Learn through weekly lessons and expert-led 1-on-1 practice, designed by people who've navigated the system themselves.
Get a promo code for $20 off with the completion of a free trial!
6 Things You'll Get From This Program
Real-Life Mock Interview Practice
Gain confidence practicing answering real interview questions out loud, get direct feedback, and refine how you think, structure, and communicate under pressure.
Stand Out Amongst Your Peers
Differentiate yourself amongst thousands of candidates who are applying for the job, and leave an impression with your employers.
Tell A Clear, Hire-Ready Professional Story
Practice your narrative live so that it is easy for hiring managers to understand your unique edge.
Understand How Hiring Actually Works
Learn what US employers look for, how decisions are made, and how to avoid common mistakes that block qualified candidates.
Get Past Recruiters and ATS Filters
Optimize your resume and LinkedIn with the structure, language, and keywords recruiters and ATS systems actually respond to.
Apply Smarter With Targeted Research
Learn how to evaluate roles and companies before applying so you focus on good-fit opportunities and tailor your approach.
What's Included
8 Weeks • 8 Modules • 8 1-on-1 Sessions • 30 Min to 1 Hour Per Week
Learning Focus: Interview Skills, Professional Communication
Week 1 / 8
Crafting Your Professional Story: Positioning Yourself for Employers
You'll learn how to clearly explain who you are, what you do, and why you're a strong hire without sounding rehearsed. The focus is on shaping a story employers quickly understand and remember.
Strategic Networking: Turning Conversations into Opportunities
You'll learn how to network in a natural, professional way without sounding transactional. The goal is to turn conversations into insights, referrals, and real opportunities.
Cold Outreach: How to Message Companies and Stand Out
You'll learn how to contact companies professionally and express interest without sounding generic or desperate. The focus is on crafting messages that feel confident, relevant, and worth responding to.
Interview Strategy: Behavioral Questions and Employer Expectations
You'll learn how interviewers evaluate answers and what they're listening for in behavioral questions. We'll show you how to structure responses that demonstrate judgment, competence, and fit.
Self Advocacy: Asking Questions, Negotiation, and Salary Conversations
You'll learn how to advocate for yourself professionally without sounding demanding or uncomfortable. The focus is on building confidence in conversations about expectations, opportunities, and compensation.
Interview Practice: Mock Interviews and Real-World Scenarios
You'll apply everything through mock interviews based on real hiring scenarios. You'll get targeted feedback so you know exactly what to improve.
Professional Communication Standards: Follow Ups and Written Etiquette
You'll learn how professionals communicate through written messages in hiring and workplace contexts. The focus is on tone, timing, and clarity so your communication feels polished and credible.
Workplace Communication: Sounding Clear, Confident, and Professional
You'll learn how professionals communicate in the workplace in the US. The focus is on tone, clarity, and confidence so you sound like a peer.
Meet Your MeeOpp Practice Buddies©
Native speakers. Real experience. Proven results.
Every Communication Coach is selected for teaching excellence, cultural insight, and the ability to connect personally with students. They're more than instructors—they're your partners in communication confidence.
Sela Caldwell
Student Leader and Educator
Global Development & Honors Business Administration
Huron University at Western
Speaker & Deputy Speaker, Huron University College Student Council
Vanessa Lau
English Educator
BA in English Language (Language Emphasis)
University of British Columbia
TESL Certified (University of British Columbia)
Why Families Trust Our Practice Buddies
Top 5% selected — Only the most qualified candidates make the cut
Strong academic foundation — Degrees in fields such as Linguistics, Education and the Humanities
Consistently rated excellent — Supportive, motivating, and effective to help students perform their best.
Native speakers. Real experience. Proven results.
Our Practice Buddies© are 5 stars
according to 10,000 MeeOpp students!
Hear what students say
The CLP program completely changed how I show up in professional settings. I went from avoiding networking events to leading conversations. The cultural coaching was something I never expected to need — and now I can't imagine not having it.
I had a job interview two weeks into the program. I used everything we practiced — the structure, the confidence, the small talk at the end. I got the offer. That was the moment I knew this was exactly what I needed.
My English was technically fine. But I kept feeling lost in meetings and at networking events. CLP gave me the actual tools — how to read the room, what to say, how to build rapport naturally. It's the program I wished I'd had from day one.
Get a promo code for $20 off with the completion of a free trial!
FAQ
- Complete at least 90% of all self-study modules
- Attend at least 90% of all 1‑on‑1 sessions over the 11 weeks
Questions? Contact Us!
Call: 2950 0828
Contact Person: Wise Wong
Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.