International Students (Work Experience in Canada)

Engaging in a work experience while in Nova Scotia has been demonstrated as a significant contributor to aiding international students in securing employment within the province following their graduation. International students who have intentions of staying and working in Nova Scotia after completing their studies should be informed that undertaking their work experience here offers distinct advantages over doing so in their home country.

Insurance

International students enrolled at NSCC are required to obtain the mandatory International Student Emergency Health Insurance (EHI), which they will automatically enrolled in. To verify coverage details for international students, please reach out to nsccplan@mystudentplan.ca.

Work Permits

International students are required to obtain a Co-op Work Permit from the Government of Canada to participate in any type of work experience. A Co-op Work Permit is different from a Study Permit. Without a Co-op Work Permit, students will not be permitted to enroll in their work experience, which may result in their inability to complete their program.

Co-op Work Permit Applications can be completed online and there is no fee for this permit. Students should apply for their co-op work permit at least 4 months before they are scheduled to begin their work experience. The Co-op Work Permit Application can be found on NSCC International’s website. Once the students receive their Co-op Work Permit, they can use the iCent app to upload a copy of the permit.
*Students enrolled in health care programs are also required to have a Co-op Work Permit (with no conditions) for their clinical experiences.