From 15 Nov 2022 the, international students with valid study permits are allowed to work unlimited hours during the school semester. This is valid until the end of 2023. The students are provided with flexible work hours, fair pay, and easy-going work responsibilities.
What are some of the jobs that an international student can easily take during this time?
Some of the jobs that an international student can easily undertake are –
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Teaching Assistants ( TA) – The position of a TA is reserved for students. It is highly advantageous as it allows them to immerse in their field and get experience, especially if they want to pursue an academic field. It is convenient as the student can work on the university/college campus and save travel time.
Average Cost - $ 23 per hour
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Tutor – Being a tutor is also a good job for an international student. It provides flexibly as the student can set his working hours and price. The student can just worry about teaching and not administrative work.
Average Cost - $ 19 per hour
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Bartender/ server – This is also a good option for international students as it offers flexible working hours and a serious earning boost. Standard tipping in Canada is around 15 – 18 %. Thus by working multiple hours, one can earn between $200 - $400
Average Cost - $ 13 per hour + tips
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LYFT / Uber drivers - Student drivers are popular in Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal. For this, the student should be 21 years, have a valid driver's license, a good car, and a smartphone. The earning will depend on the number of rides the driver wants to pick.
Average Cost - $19 per hour
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Freelancer – With the flexibility to work and independence to decide the work rate being a freelancer is a good job for the international student. It can be in different areas that one can decide to work – a designer, social media marketer, writer, or event manager.
Average Cost -$23 per hour
Where can a student look for a Job?
Different platforms can help an international student get a job -.
• Canada visa job search tool
• Indeed
• Jobbank.ca
• Workopolis
• TalentEgg
• Magnet
• LeapGrad
