As an international student, can I take part in student work placements, such as co-ops or internships?
Post-secondary students
Yes, you can participate in student work placements if
- you’re a post-secondary international student studying full-time at a designated learning institution, and
- your study program includes student work placements as part of your curriculum
Learn more about who is eligible for student work placements.
Secondary students
If you’re an international student at a designated learning institution at the secondary level, you need a co-op work permit to participate in student work placements.
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