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Our Canadian Internship Programme offers a unique way in which to develop personal and career goals through work experience in most vocational areas of study. The programme aims to provide a means of improving practical skills in a professional environment, enhance employment opportunities within an increasingly competitive employment market and increase awareness of international business and practical work experience. We organise placements which match the career and professional objectives of all our trainees. Placements range from 3 months to 12 months, the longer the placement the more beneficial the work experience and knowledge gained.
Duration: 3 -12 months
Start date: 4 weeks notice prior to departure
Location of Internships: All internships take place in Vancouver or Whistler
Participant Eligibility: This programme is open to participants from the United Kingdom, Austria, Finland, France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland
Visa Required: Young Workers Exchange Programme Work Permit, a work permit is required even though the placements are not paid.
Minimum Age: 20 years
Placements available include:
- We will endeavour to match all career objectives which include placements in the following areas;
- Companies vary from small family run firms which provide an all round practical experience to large multinationals
- Technical and Engineering, IT, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Process Engineering (only 4 months or longer placements available), Electronic game design and animation (only with experience), Architecture and Engineering, Architecture and Drafting, Construction Management, Structural Engineering, CAD, Building Trades, Woodworking, Metal, Tiling, Carpentry, Business Administration/Management, Clerical/General Administration, Finance/Accounting, Export/Import, Marketing/Sales, Marketing – research, Advertising, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Printing , Design, Event Management, Tourism and Leisure, Hotel, Restaurant. Tourism. Leisure/Sports, Social Services and Education
- And much more …
Programme includes:
- Internship Placement before arrival in Canada with an internship offer for minimum 3 months.
- Orientation meeting covering everything you need to know about working in Canada
- Assistance opening bank account
- The Essential Guide to Canada – the complete information pack on every aspect of living and working in Canada.
- Advice and ongoing assistance to support your placement and any issues you have
- Mail holding service, so you instantly have a permanent address in Vancouver or Whistler
- Free call number for general questions or emergencies during office hours
- One year’s membership in the International Club, which gives members access to discounts on services,
- tours and attractions in Vancouver and provides access to assistance from the Programme coordinator any
- time in the year, during normal business hours.
- Social activities in Vancouver and Whistler ranging from pub nights to ski trips.
- Brochures and maps to familiarize yourself with Canada and the local area.
Optional Add-Ons:
- University of Cambridge International Examinations Advanced Work Experience Certificate.
- First two nights accommodation in dorm room at a central hostel in Vancouver (includes breakfast, linen, a
- towel, and a welcome drink).
- Accommodation in host family (Vancouver, Whistler only).
- Airport Pick up services
- Job Skills Seminar (5 hour small group class teaching resume and cover letter writing, interview skills, work place skills, work place etiquette and conflict resolution). Offered in Vancouver only and only on set dates
Placements can be organises in Vancouver or Whistler
Accommodation can be organised in a Youth Hostel on a bed and breakfast basis in a multi room or in selected Canadian host families on a full board basis, single room.
Placements are offered throughout the year.
- International flights are not included.
- Please arrive at Vancouver International airport.
- All of Twin’s placements are in partnership with recognized Charities, Non Governmental Organizations (NGO’s), government ministries or registered agents, giving you the confidence to work with reputable organizations.
- Comprehensive insurance is available for each of Internship placements.
- 24-hour emergency support
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Applicants must:
- Be citizens of and resident in the United Kingdom
- Be aged between 20 and 35
- Have sufficient funds for their maintenance during their initial period of stay in Canada
- Have a good command of the English language, a sense of commitment and keen to gain practical work experience.
- Be flexible and adhere to equal opportunities and health and safety policies.
Participants must apply for a Young Workers Exchange programme visa and indicate their intended length of stay at the time of application for the programme. There is no charge for this Visa.
Additional information on visa processing centres is available at the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website:
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/offices/missions.html
If applying for the YWEP work permit, the applicant is required to attach the job offer from Canada (signed job offer on company letterhead). Please note the participant should stay in Canada according to the dates on his/her visa.
The IMM 1295B application form is found on the following Web site: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/pdf/kits/forms/IMM1295B.PDF
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Canadian internship programme for up to one years unpaid placement: £650
Host family accommodation single room full board (price per week): £125
Homestay booking free: £125
Youth hostel accommodation in multi rooms with breakfast: £18 per night
Airport Transfers one way: £52.00
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Canadian Internship
