Co-op or Internship Work Permit Information

Some study programs include work experience as part of their curriculum. You can apply for a co-op or intern work permit in or outside Canada.

Work as a co-op student or intern

  • Eligibility requirement
  • COVID-19 and co-op placements
  • Who’s not eligible
  • How to apply
  • How applying online helps you
  • As an international student, can I take part in co-op and internship programs?

Click on the link: Frequently Asked Questions

  • As an international student, can I take part in co-op and internship programs?
  • There’s a specific employment location on my co-op or post-graduation work permit. Can I work somewhere else?
  • There’s a specific occupation on my co-op or post-graduation work permit. Can I work in a different field?
  • My co-op work permit says, “not authorized to work for any employer other than stated”. What does it mean? If your employer doesn’t understand this condition
  • If you change schools

Guide 5580 – Applying for a Work Permit – Student Guide – online application

  • Overview
  • Before you apply
  • Restoration of status
  • Step 1. Gather Documents
  • Step 2. Complete the Application
  • Step 3. Pay the Fees
  • Step 4. Submit the Application
  • What happens next?