Work Internationally or Across Canada for Your Co-op Work Term

Did You Know Work Terms Across Canada or Internationally are Possible as Part of the Co-op Program?

As a University of Toronto Co-op Student, you have the ability to complete your work term outside of just Toronto.

Here are the things to consider before embarking on the work term:

Considerations	Questions	Resources
Permissible Activity	What is the University permitting regarding work or study abroad activities?	NOTE: If the position is posted by the co-op office, the work term will be permitted by the university.
Travel Advisories	Are there travel advisories for the country you are looking in, going to or currently in?	NOTE: If the co-op office has posted a position we have already ensured that the work term is to a country that is permitted for travel. If you are an international student and currently in your home country, and the country is listed as “Avoid non-essential travel” OR “Avoid travel”, please speak with your Work Term Engagement Coordinator.
Legally Entitled to Work	Are you legally entitled to work in the destination country? What permits, VISAs or other requirements will you need to get?	NOTE: It is the student's responsibility to ensure eligibility to work in the work term country. For specific information on the requirements for Canadians working abroad, contact the destination country’s embassy or consulate in Canada. For international students please check with the destination country’s embassy on what is required for you to work in another country. The University has a partnership with Cultural Vistas which will provide a reduced rate for students who are looking for support to secure their J1 VISA if their work term is in the US.
Learning and Safety Abroad Planning	What are the safety abroad requirements?	All students going on work term outside of Canada are required to register with Safety Abroad at U of T.
Travel & Health Insurance	What travel and or health insurance do I need?	It is recommended you have travel and health insurance while on work term outside of Canada.
Housing	Where will you live while on work term?	The co-op employer may provide relocation support and recommendations for housing while on work term. It is your responsibility to cover cost of living while on work term.
Travel	What are the costs to travel to the destination for my work term?	It is your responsibility to cover costs for travel tickets and any vaccinations you may require.
Funding Support	Is there funding to help with the costs of taking an international work terms?	The ��ϲʿ��ӿ� offers funding opportunities for our students, such as the Academic Travel Fund and Global Learning Travel Fund. Learn more and view the application process at: uoft.me/utscfunding If you have questions about funding or your eligibility, contact studyabroad.utsc@utoronto.ca