International students choose to study in Canada because of its excellent education, first-rate healthcare system, and rich cultural diversity. In addition to these benefits, students also have a vast opportunity to earn money while studying and after completing their studies.

Moreover, studying in Canada also provides the opportunity to gain permanent residency after graduation. Read on to learn more about these work and residency opportunities for international students in Canada.

Working Part Time During Your Studies

Canada provides extensive work and career opportunities for all types of students. Many institutions in Canada offer a co-operative education program, where students immerse themselves with a combination of their studies while having a paid work term. This gives you an opportunity to gain experiential learnings in the career you’re interested in while learning.

During regular school schedules, international students can work part-time, up to 20 hours per week, and full time during scheduled breaks such as Christmas break, summer break, etc. Having the right to work while studying can provide students with valuable experience and the opportunity to develop important skills that can help them succeed in their chosen field of study and future careers.

Working After Graduation

There are plenty of career opportunities that await after you graduate in Canada.

International graduates from Canadian higher education institutions will have the opportunity to work in Canada after they complete their program. You will have to apply for a work permit under the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP) to be eligible.

The PGWPP allows international graduates to gain valuable work experience in Canada and can help them develop their skills, build their professional network, and potentially qualify for permanent residency in Canada.

Study in Canada as Pathway to Permanent Residency

Studying in Canada offers many advantages, including the study pathway which provides you with the best chance to gain permanency in Canada.

If you would like to pursue staying in Canada and work there as a permanent resident after finishing your studies, you should explore various immigration programs that are available, but each with their own qualifications and requirements.

Applying to stay in Canada can be very difficult, with long wait times and mountains of paperwork, that’s why IDP has teamed up with several prominent immigration services firm to help international students as they build their lives in Canada.

IDP Canada Immigration Service is now available through IDP-recommended immigration partners, including Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants and Canadian Immigration Lawyers. Working with one of our partners means you can maximize your chances of successfully obtaining your post-graduate work permit or permanent residency.

Get started on your study in Canada journey with IDP!

With numerous career opportunities available, Canada provides an excellent environment to develop your professional skills and gain practical experience in your chosen field of study. At IDP, we're committed to helping you achieve your academic and life goals in Canada.

All of IDP’s services are free - from course search up to pre-departure and onshore activities. Our team of friendly Education Counselors provide free support and guidance to help you make informed decisions about your study options and help you navigate the application process.

Embrace your future and let IDP be part of you study in Canada journey. Start by booking a free appointment today!