International Internships and Work Experience Programs

 
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 ...International employers are seeking professionals with North American work experience who understand North American business culture...

GEOS Ottawa helps international students and professionals to gain an educational work experience in a North American work environment. These students and professionals will develop and apply their expertise with the goal of improving their employment opportunities internationally.

International employers are seeking professionals with North American work experience who understand North American business culture, and who have the confidence and skills to pursue trans-national business opportunities.

GEOS Ottawa is presently working with many partners, guaranteeing a variety of unpaid internship positions in a large variety of industries such as IT, Design, Marketing, Trade, Administration, Tourism, and Hospitality to qualified candidates.

 

Why Internship?

  • Fast-track your career.
  • Gain greater opportunities than most entry-level positions.
  • Meet your specific objectives according to your schedule.
  • Accumulate experience and references for future employers.
  • Build new relationships in the industry.
  • Learn about North American business culture.
 
Type of Internship Unpaid Paid
Benefits Guaranteed professional experience that will help you advance your career when you return to your country. Support yourself financially after you have finished your studies. Choose from a variety of jobs.
Type of Visa / Permit  Required Study Permit  Study Permit & Work Permit
Type of Work Professional Mostly service industry
Remuneration   $9/hr minimum
 
Minimum Study Time Contact school 12 weeks
Maximum Study Time No maximum No maximum
 
Minimum Work Time 12 weeks 12 weeks 
Maximum Work Time Cannot form more than 50% of the total program of study Cannot form more than 50% of the total program of study 
 
Program Placement Fee (Full) $1,200 $1,200
Program Placement Fee (Self) $550 $550
 

GEOS Ottawa will...

  • Provide at least 3 months of English courses.
  • Forward candidate info to our partners and potential companies that have requested interns with similar profiles.
  • Mediate communication between intern and the company to ensure an ideal placement.
  • Ensure all candidates have valid visas, insurance, and clearly understand the internship position and agreement.
  • Arrange lodging and provide support to ensure a trouble free placement.
  • Maintain communication with candidates and the company to ensure a successful placement.
  • Provide a great learning and cultural experience.

 

 

The process to enroll in the internship program is:

 

Inquiries from candidates:
Agents and various associates recruit potential candidates

Applicant reviews:
Analyze the candidate's application and determine if all prerequisites are met.
Intermediate or higher English level.
Appropriate work experience and education.
Professional appearance.

Telephone Interview:
The first interview to ensure the candidate's character and ensure their fluency in English.

Placement:
Forward candidate information to potential companies that have requested interns with similar profiles.

Coordination:
Mediate communication between the intern and the company to ensure an ideal placement.

Visas/insurance/agreements:
Ensure all candidates have valid visas, insurance and clearly understand the internship position and agreement.

Communication:
Maintain communication with all candidates and the intern company to ensure a successful course.

Length of the Internship
The applicant needs to register for at least 3 months in the Intensive English Course
The co-op or internship employment cannot be more than 50% of the total program of study as per Citizenship & Immigration Canada's guidelines.

General prices

  • Placement fee for the internship: $1,200 (full), $550 (self)
  • School fees

 

If you are Ottawa business interested in hosting paid or unpaid internship candidates, please contact the school for more information.