Category Archives: International Students

Online Event | Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) info session – April 7th, 4:30 pm PT

UBC International Student Advising will be hosting an online info session on the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) exclusively for DAP students on Wednesday, April 7th, 4:30 pm.

Are you wondering “Now what?” as you come close to completing your program?

This session will highlight the benefits of the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) as you consider your options to further your studies, work in Canada or apply for permanent residence. You will learn about timelines to apply for the PGWP, eligibility requirements, how to prepare your application, work eligibility, and what you need to know if you have family members in Canada too. The information provided will take the potential impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic into consideration.

To register, please visit COOL (under workshops).

UBC Launch a Career in Canada week for international students – March 8th to 13th

Launch A Career In Canada is UBC’s annual networking experience dedicated to supporting the career development of UBC International Students. Each year, Launch a Career in Canada provides opportunity for UBC’s international students to connect with alumni, who were once International Students, and learn from their experience establishing their career. This year, international student experiences are especially unique as many study virtually from their home country while trying to navigate future career opportunities.

In an effort to support students across various time zones and to expand beyond a one-time event, Launch a Career in Canada this year will include a series of events held between March 8 – 13.

International students will have the opportunity to hear from alumni in various panel events, connect and network with Industry Professionals in networking sessions, discover how to navigate work and research opportunities at UBC, develop job search skills, and learn how alumni made a successful transition from UBC to the Canadian workplace: students.ubc.ca/launchcareercanada

Reminder – International Student Advising – Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Workshop – November 25th, 4:30 pm (online)

As a reminder, UBC International Student Advising will be holding an online workshop on the Post-Graduation Work Permit on Wednesday, November 25th, 4:30 pm, tailored specifically for DAP.

This session will highlight the benefits of the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) as you consider your options to further your studies, work in Canada or apply for permanent residence. You will learn about timelines to apply for the PGWP, eligibility requirements, how to prepare your application, work eligibility, and what you need to know if you have family members in Canada too. The information provided will take the potential impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic into consideration.

Registration for this session will be open on COOL until Tuesday, November 23rd. A link to access the workshop online is included in the event description.