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What is considered "on-campus" work?
Employment within the boundaries of the campus or in facilities owned, operated, or affiliated with UBC is considered on-campus work. This includes UBC’s Robson Square campus.
Your employer can be:
- The University
- A student organization
- A private contractor operating within the boundaries of the campus. For example, a business in the University Village and Wesbrook Village.
On-campus work includes university-related work at facilities such as teaching hospitals, clinics, and research institutes, which may be located off campus but have a formal association or affiliation with UBC.
Make sure you're eligible to work on campus
You can work on campus starting on the first day of the term you begin studies at UBC if:
- You have a valid study permit
- You are a full-time international student at UBC, including exchange & visiting students
Full-time has many definitions at UBC. Visit UBC's definitions for immigration purposes.
How many hours can you work on campus per week?
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) does not limit the number of hours you can work on campus. Some UBC employers may restrict the hours students can work.
Benefits of working on campus
By working on campus, you can expand your social and professional networks, be more involved in the campus community and enhance your learning through work experiences in an academic setting. A portion of international undergraduate student tuition fees goes towards subsidizing on-campus work opportunities for eligible international students through Work Learn.
The information on this page may change
The immigration information on this page has been reviewed and endorsed by Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs) or Regulated International Student Immigration Advisors (RISIAs) in compliance with the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and Regulations. However, this is not a legal document and information may change without notice. Always refer to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for the most up-to-date information.
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