How to apply: International Experience Canada

Consulate General of Canada

International Experience Canada (IEC) gives youth the opportunity to travel and work in Canada for up to 2 years.

There are 3 different kinds of work and travel experiences available:

Working Holiday

This category is for you if

you don’t have a job offer
you want to work for more than one employer in Canada
you want to work in more than one location
you’d like to earn some money so that you can travel

Young Professionals

This category is for you if

you have a job offer in Canada that contributes to your professional development
you’ll work for the same employer in the same location during your stay in Canada

International Co-op (Internship)

This category is for you if

you’re a student registered at a post-secondary institution
you have a job offer for a work placement or internship in Canada
you need to do this work placement or internship to complete your studies
you’ll work for the same employer in the same location during your stay in Canada

If you’re a citizen of a partner country, you may be able to apply to one or more of these 3 categories.

If you aren’t a citizen of a partner country, you may still be able to apply to IEC through a recognized organization.

Brochure https://canadadownunder.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Bilingual-IEC-Inbound-Brochure.pdf

To apply

https://www.canada.ca/iec

IEC Walkthrough Guide

Watch this video for an overview of the International Experience Canada application process and common mistakes to avoid along the way.

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