Work as an international student or recent graduate
Work while you study, help your spouse or common-law partner work in Canada, or work after you graduate.
Changes to off-campus work hours
As of November 8, 2024, students are allowed to work off campus up to 24 hours per week without a work permit. Make sure you meet the other requirements for working while you study.
Work while you study
Work on campus
Check if you're eligible to work on campus without a work permit
Work off-campus
Check if you're eligible to work off-campus without a work permit
Work as a co-op student or intern
Check if you're eligible for a co-op work permit
Federal Internship for Newcomers Program
Internships with federal, provincial and municipal organizations
Work permits for spouses of international students
Open work permit for spouses and common-law partners of international students
Work after you graduate
Post-graduation work permit (PGWP)
Open work permit for graduates of programs from certain designated learning institutions
Work in Canada after your graduate studies
Find out what type of work permit you need to work in Canada as a post-doctoral fellow or researcher
Explore immigration programs
Answer a few questions to see different ways you might be able to come to Canada