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Before you Start

Eligibility to work in Canada

1. MONEY
   Do you have enough money? Before any other question, you need to ask this one. You will need approximately 2000 [EUROS] to get set-up in Canada - even for a short stay. The Canadian Embassy or High Commission in your country will ask you to prove that you have this much money. Proof includes bank statements and credit card statements.



2. VISA
   The next question to ask is, can I come to Canada? Please visit our visa section to see if there is an internship or working holiday visa for you. If your country is not listed there, you may still be able to come to Canada, but it could be more difficult and you may need to combine your internship with a period of studies in Canada.
   
   When it comes to visas, you have to plan ahead. Regardless of the visa, there are quotas. You should aim to have all of your travel plans and job plans organized before the visa applications open on December 1st.



3. AGE
   You must be 18 or older to come for an internship in Canada.

What You Need to Prepare

1. Resume
   A resume tailored to the Canadian workplace is your main tool for finding an internship. Follow the link to our Canadian style resume tutorial.



2. Cover Letter
   Many Canadian employers can receive a huge influx of resumes for any position. A cover letter will let you make an impression as well as distinguish you from the rest of the applicants.



3. Recent Photos
   A photo of yourself is not a must but a person in the Human Resources Department will be better able to relate to you and see you as being part of the company. It is useful to add on to your resume and cover letter to give the company a better idea of their possible intern. Do no place photos inside your resume!



4. Special Items - Applicants Applying For:
   
   Technical Field Internships (IT, Engineering): It will be important for you to describe your skill levels in programming, use of certain programming languages and how competent and experienced you are. You can show it as a diagram or simple form.
   
   Advertising and Marketing Field Internships: Show your past or recent university and work related projects so that the host company can have a clear idea about what to expect from you.
   
   Design, Web Development, Interior Design and Architectural Design: A portfolio is very helpful when applying for an internship in one the mentioned industries. It is not mandatory to have a portfolio however it will make you look more professional to the company.