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.

Learn more about who’s eligible for co-op work permits.