After 12th grade, international students in Canada with a study permit and DLI enrollment can work. According to the Canadian government, students can gain work experience, finance, and skills by working part-time while studying. International students can work 40 hours per week during breaks like winter and summer. This aids school-work balance. Retail, hospitality, food services, administrative, and other jobs are part-time. Many universities employ international students. Canada's co-op (work-integrated learning) and internship programs give students real-world experience in their field. These programs may require a work permit and offer a more immersive, longer-term work experience.