Good news for those of you who want to work in Canada. In Canada, employment rights are available to international students while studying and also after completing a degree or diploma.
What is the job market like in Canada?
International students will find that the job market in Canada is quite healthy. Some of Canada’s strongest sectors are very traditional, such as transportation, banking and tourism. However, there are also sectors that are the strongest in Canada when compared to other countries, such as petroleum, software engineering, animation, service industry and information technology.
Can I work in Canada after graduating from college?
Of course, I can. You only need to apply for a work permit called a Post Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) . There are several requirements that need to be met beforehand.
With this PGWP you can stay in Canada for a maximum of 3 years, depending on the duration of your previous studies. It would be even better if you had previously studied for several years in Canada, so that it would give you enough time to gain work experience and skills that can help you if you want to continue working in Canada after graduating from college.
Looking for work in Canada
Job Bank is the Canadian government’s primary resource providing information about job vacancies. Some popular websites for finding work are Monster , Job Postings , Workopolis and Jobs Canada and Talent Egg .
On these sites, you can search for jobs, display your CV or resume, and talk to advisors. You can also utilize more traditional methods such as newspapers and magazines. Universities will also provide guidance regarding the connections they have with local and national businesses, to find job vacancies for their graduates.
If you need work experience to make your CV stand out, you can complete a work placement or internship while studying. Try accessing AIESEC to find internship opportunities in Canada.
You can also look for information about large companies in Canada that work in the field you want to study, and find out what kind of work experience opportunities they offer. You can also try accessing the website of Volunteer Canada , the national agency for volunteer work in Canada.
How does Canada help immigrants find work?
Canada highly values immigrants. If you visit the official CIC website , you can see all the services available to immigrants in your area of residence. This could take the form of a CV or resume workshop to help you learn how to write a CV that is popular in Canada. And also, if you don’t know where to start, they will give you suggestions and input .
