Language Co-op Programs

Please note that due to Visa changes in Canada, we have stopped accepting applications for the Language Co-op Program, effective June 1, 2014. Please also note that students who applied before June 1st, 2014, are still in the process of their Language Co-op Program and the pages relating to Language Co-op Program on our website are for their reference only.

Paid Language Co-op Programs in Vancouver and Toronto

The Paid Language Co-op Program (Paid Work) offers students two benefits: improving their English and gaining valuable paid work experience overseas. It is one of the best ways for students to improve their English and build their résumés at the same time. By taking this program they will have the opportunity to extend their language and career horizons, as well as improve their chances in job markets in their home countries. From coaching during the English portion of their course to the orientation they receive before their co-op placement, we take care in placing our students in a position that is right for them.

Students enrolling in the Paid Language Co-op Program will have 12, 16, 24 or 32 weeks of English language training in our Specialized Intensive or Specialized Super-Intensive Course, followed by a paid work experience of equal length.

Paid Language Co-op Placements may include: 

• Room Attendant
• Food and Beverage Server
• Food Counter Attendant
• Delivery Person
• Busser
• Host-Hostess
• Cashier
• Retail Salesperson
• Store Clerk
• Dishwasher

Paid Language Co-op Companies

• Cypress Mountain Ski Resort
• Vancouver Airport
• Cactus Club Restaurant
• Starbucks
• Swiss Chalet
• Rogers Communications
• ROOTS Canada
• Pizza Hut
• Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver
• The Gap
• Winners

Program Notes

• The English Course starts every Monday (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday)
• Students must achieve a minimum of Eurocentres Level 7 prior to the start of the work portion of the program
• Students must be high school graduates and 18 years of age at the time the course starts
• Students must submit a résumé (CV) in English along with application
• The work component must be equal to or less than the duration of the English component with equal hours of study and work per week
• For information on visas and permits and related requirements to study in any type of program in Canada, please visit the official website at www.cic.gc.ca. All students are required to comply with Canadian Citizenship and Immigration laws and regulations.
• Salary is at the discretion of the employing company (usually $10 - $12 per hour). 

Unpaid Language Co-op Program

The Unpaid Language Co-op Program (Internship) is perfectly suited for students who want to improve their linguistic abilities and gain professional work experience through working in a Canadian Company. By taking this program students will get a sense of the international business environment, meet colleagues from Canada, extend their language horizons and improve their chances in the job market. Starting with résumé writing, students will also receive interview coaching and practice at the end of the language component, preparing them for their suitable placement. We take great care in placing each student in a position that is right for them.

Unpaid Language Co-op Features

• Guaranteed internship placement in one of your 3 areas of interest (based on your previous work experience)
• Consulting on résumé writing and interview skills
• Bi-weekly monitoring and counselling during internship

Possible Unpaid Language Co-op Placements (Sample List)

• Advertising
• Arts
• Banking
• Commerce and Finance
• Information Technology
• Education
• Office
• Retail
• Forestry
• Graphic Design
• Hotel
• Import/Export
• Manufacturing
• Marketing
• Non-Profit Organizations
• Transportation

Unpaid Language Co-op Companies (Sample list)

• Rogers Communications
• The Canadian Cancer Society
• Hola TV
• Keystone Technologies
• Istonish
• Ansatel Communications
• Western Front Arts Association
• Colorshadow Communications
• Howard Johnson Hotel
• Bike Hike Adventure Tours
• Canadian Craft Museum
• Kinetix Media
• The Gap
• Zurich Insurance
• Pan Pacific Hotel
• Migenix Biotech
• VanCity Credit Union
• Quantum Telecom
• Western Rice Mills
• Ad Astra Financial Group
• Rockwood Adventure Tours
• Harbour Centre Tower
• Rise New Media
• Delta Suites Hotel
• Karo Creative Design
• Granville Gold Corporation
• Wedgewood Hotel
• Opus Hotel
• Vancouver Marriot Hotel
• William Tell Restaurant

Program Notes

• Start Dates every Monday (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday)
• The internship component must be equal to or less than the duration of the English component
• Students must achieve a minimum of Eurocentres Level 5 prior to the start of the Internship (may be higher depending on field)
• Students must be high school graduates and 18 years of age at the time the course starts
• Students must complete an internship form indicating three areas of interest and submit a résumé (CV) in English along with application
• For information on visas and permits and related requirements to study in any type of program in Canada, please visit the official website at www.cic.gc.ca. All students are required to comply with Canadian Citizenship and Immigration laws and regulations.

Business English Diploma

• All Language Co-op Program Graduates will receive a Eurocentres Canada Business English Diploma