If you're 18 to 35 (18 to 30 in some countries), come work and travel in Canada through International Experience Canada (IEC)! It's a government program designed to help you:

• gain valuable international work experience

• improve your language skills in English and French

• work in Canada and fund the trip of a lifetime

International Experience Canada (IEC) gives international youth the opportunity to travel and work in Canada for up to 2 years.

There are 3 different kinds of work and travel experiences available:

1. Working Holiday

2. Young Professionals

3. International Co-op (Internship)

   
   

If you’re a citizen of one of the current partner countries, you may be able to apply to one or more of the 3 categories above depending on the agreement with each country.

***Table may be subject to changes.

You can apply for an IEC participation directly or you can use a recognized organization (RO) for support before and during your experience. RO's are Canadian-based organizations that help foreign nationals and Canadian youth work and travel internationally through IEC.

In limited circumstances, certain RO's can also help small numbers of youth from non-partner countries participate in IEC, such as youth from the United States.

Recognized organizations are different from authorized representatives, who can help you with your immigration or citizenship application.

Would you like to check if you are eligible for Canada's working holiday or other youth-exchange programs? Schedule an Initial Consultation to receive personalized assistance and guidance on your immigration journey.

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