Tips to work during research in Canada
Although students prefer to devote all their time to their studies in some societies, students in Canada are very popular working part-time although attending school. This helps you to gain experience when meeting people who can potentially become a part of your network and serve as sources for potential work.
This will also help you get money to pay for the exam. This has the additional advantage for immigrant and foreign students that it offers you the ability to obtain job experience in Canada.
You could be considering taking fewer classes or going to school part-time if you want to work. If studying part-time isn’t an choice, you may want to tread carefully before committing to too many hours of work so you feel the workload. Generally it is easier to start with a smaller number of courses or fewer work hours before you know what you can do.
Step 1-Pick the correct school
You have to pick a Designated Learning Institution (DLI). Immigration and Citizenship Canada (CIC) maintains a directory of schools to host foreign students that have been approved by a provincial Government. Students can choose their DLIs based on size, reputation, available courses, acceptance levels, venue, language requirements, the opportunity to work during your studies and the possibility of subsequently applying for a Postgraduate Work Permit (PGWP).
Step 2-Pack your valuables
If you come to study in Canada you don’t need to bring anything you have. For the first step in packing your student life in Canada, you need to make a list of all the things you’ll need when you’re studying in Canada. To prevent needless stress at the eleventh hour it is best to start packing early. Your packing list must also include the following items:
Documents: certificates of qualification, student visa, papers of admission to college, passport, plane tickets and photocopies of all these documents.
Medicines: Pack up your prescription medicines and other medicines essential for mild illnesses including cold
Clothes: Pack naturally drying clothes and those that don’t need ironing. You can also choose clothes that you can mix and match, thereby saving lots of space for packing. Pack your winter clothes including gloves, socks, and scarves. Carry along toiletries like soap, nail cutters, toothpaste, shampoo etc.
Devices: Pack the devices you may need while studying in Canada, such as your cell phone and your laptop. Pack up smartphone chargers, laptop chargers, USB cables and adapters as well.
Step 3-Take the language skills test
To gain entrance into Canada successfully, each foreign student would need to prove English or French proficiency. IELTS is the standard English language skills test with some institutions also accepting Cambridge English: Intermediate or TOEFL exam grade.
You can opt for DALF, DELF or TCF for French, though the most common option is the TEF test.
Choose the check, pay the fee and book your dates early. You do of course need to brush up your language skills to ensure that your application is not denied.
Step 4 – Apply for a job and research permit
If you are attending college or university helps you to work as well as research, apply for both a research and job permits. Note that not all approved learning institutes have opportunities for international students to operate. You will usually be entitled to:
• Enroll in a co-op program allowing you to work part-time while studying and full-time during the duration of the co-op.
• Work off-campus as an foreign student if you are enrolled in a post-secondary college, technical or professional training program and you are in a degree, diploma or certificate program that takes at least 6 months to complete.
The application for a visa is lengthy and is highly comprehensive. You must include the various documentation including the acceptance letter, your passport, work details (in your country), letter of intent, financial statements, assets etc. Check all specifications on CIC ‘s website.
If accepted, you will obtain your permits in your country and you will finally be able to book your flight and pack your valuables.
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