Yes, if you are an international student in Canada, you can work up to 20 hours a week during school and full-time during breaks without needing a separate work permit. You need to be enrolled full-time at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI). On-campus jobs are also an option. If you’re in a co-op or internship program that’s part of your studies, you will need a co-op work permit. Working helps students get experience and pay for some living costs.