Type of Work for International Students
Co-op Work
Co-op is an integral component of the program as it provides students with essential real-world work experience in a Canadian business environment. Co-op work is average 20 hours a week, 250 hours per co-op semester.
Off-campus Work (Part time job)
International students enrolled for full-time programs of 6 months or longer are eligible to work off-campus for up to 24 hours per week during the whole program period. Students enrolled in co-op programs can work for co-op AND also work off-campus.
For your co-op or your part-time job, it is important that you understand your rights as an employee in BC and the importance of workplace safety: Employment Standards and Workplace Safety
