How to Find a Job in Canada

The number long term international students almost double in 2016 compared to the number 2008. Meanwhile, get a job while studying in school can be a valuable experience. Also, it can prepare international students in the future work environment. Therefore, we are going to discuss some work-related topics for international students.

Work Permit

• 1) Current study permit holder

The international students who study full time in Designated Learning Institution(DLI) eligible to work up to 20 hours per week while studying, and work 40 hours per week during summer and winter break. Some condition may apply. Here is the link from Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada(IRCC):

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work/work-off-campus.html

2)Post-Graduation Work Permit

The international students graduated from the Designated Learning Institution (DLI) may eligible to apply for the Post-Graduation Work Permit. Some conditions apply. Here is the link:

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work/after-graduation/eligibility.html

3) Spouse Open Work Permit

The spouse and common law partner of the international students who study full time in Designated Learning Institution (DLI) may eligible for Spouse Open Work Permit. Some condition may apply. Here is the link:

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work/help-your-spouse-common-law-partner-work-canada.html

Volunteer Experience

Did you know the volunteer experience not only can help you learn and practice your English skills, also it considers assets when you looking for jobs. In addition, KPU also provides the volunteer opportunities to all KPU students. When you looking for volunteer opportunities online, just to make sure it is a reliable and safe website. Here are some websites you can look for volunteer jobs:

https://www.kpu.ca/volunteer

https://www.govolunteer.ca/volunteer-opportunities

https://volunteerbc.bc.ca/

Resume and Cover Letter

Most jobs in Canada required the applicant’s resume and cover letter. In addition, the resume is the written summary of your working and education experience. In the other hand, the cover letter helps your future employer understand some of your personalities, hobbies and why you suit for this job.

Since, most of the new international students do not have Canadian work experience; here is the guide for how to write resume and cover letter with little or no work experience:

https://ca.topresume.com/career-advice/make-a-great-resume-with-no-work-experience

Furthermore, KPU also provide the resume and cover letter workshop for all KPU students, here is the link for more information:

https://www.kpu.ca/events/resume-and-cover-letter-workshop

Reliable Job Sites

Nowadays, most jobs are posting online. It helps pass the information quickly, but it also may pose some risk especially for new international students. We recommend people use the reputable websites to look for jobs. Here are some job sites:

• 1) Canada Job Bank

https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/home

• 2) Indeed

https://ca.indeed.com/

In addition, did you know KPU hold job fair in campus regularly? It is a good way to looking for jobs and gather information as well. Here is the link for KPU job fair:

https://www.kpu.ca/hiringfair

In conclusion, we don’t recommend students find jobs in website such as Kijiji and Craigslist, because the website may contain some misleading information or scam. If you choose to use these websites, please be careful; don’t give away money and your personal information easily.

Work Safe BC

Did you know you can refuse to work if you find the work place is unsafe? If your boss is trying to force you to work, do you how to report to the authority? And if you injured from the work, do you know how to file a claim? You can get more information from Work Safe BC. Here is the link:

https://www.worksafebc.com/en

Employment Standard BC

After you find the ideal jobs and make sure the workplace is safe. You need to know what your rights in the workplace are, and how to file the complaint to your employer. Here is the website link for the Employment Standard BC:

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/employment-standards-advice/employment-standards

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