Work While Studying
Working while
Studying in Canada
Opportunities and Regulations
Canada offers international students the opportunity to work part-time while pursuing their studies. This not only helps to offset living costs but also provides valuable work experience. This page gives overview of the regulations and opportunities for working while studying in Canada.
On-Campus Work
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Eligibility Most study permit holders can work on-campus without a separate work permit.
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Hours Unlimited hours of work on the campus of the institution where you are enrolled.
Off-Campus Work
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Eligibility You can work off-campus if you are a full-time student at a DLI and enrolled in a program leading to a degree, diploma, or certificate.
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Hours Up to 20 hours per week during regular academic sessions and full-time during scheduled breaks (e.g., winter and summer holidays).
Co-Op and Internship Programs
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Eligibility Some educational programs require work experience as part of their curriculum. You can apply for a co-op or intern work permit if this is the case.
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Hours You must be enrolled in a program that requires work placements to complete your degree.
Post-Graduation Opportunities
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Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) After completing your studies, you may be eligible to apply for the PGWP, allowing you to work in Canada for up to three years.
Regulations to Consider
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Student Status You must maintain full-time student status during academic sessions.
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Study Permit You must hold a valid study permit.
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Work Privileges Working beyond the allowed hours can lead to loss of student status and work privileges.
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Working while studying in Canada can enhance your educational experience and provide you with a taste of Canadian work culture. Understanding the regulations is essential, and following them ensures that you can enjoy these opportunities without jeopardizing your student status. Our team can assist you with understanding these regulations and exploring job opportunities.
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Yes, if you have a valid Study Permit, you can work up to 20 hours per week during regular academic sessions and full-time during scheduled breaks, such as winter or summer holidays, without needing a separate work permit.
While you can work on or off-campus, the job must not be of a type that requires a medical examination (for jobs in health services fields, for instance) unless you've passed such an examination.
Yes, you might be eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program, which allows you to work in Canada after your studies for the length of your study program, up to a maximum of three years.
Exceeding the work hours can lead to you losing your student status and being asked to leave Canada.
No, if you're enrolled in a general interest or preparatory course, you are not permitted to work during this period.
Yes, your spouse or common-law partner may be eligible for an open work permit, allowing them to work for any employer in Canada without needing a confirmed job offer.
No, unless you are in the final academic session of your program of study, switching to part-time studies generally means you must stop working on or off-campus.
If the co-op or internship is an essential part of your curriculum, you will need a co-op work permit in addition to your Study Permit to participate.
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