Study in Montréal: A Range of Programs with Promising Prospects
Studying abroad is always good. But studying with the knowledge that you have a bright career ahead of you is even better! Here in Montréal, there’s no shortage of study programs that will lead directly to a job when you graduate.
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Studying abroad is always good. But studying with the knowledge that you have a bright career ahead of you is even better! Here in Montréal, there’s no shortage of study programs that will lead directly to a job when you graduate.
Launch a career in a field you love in Montréal
Whether you’re passionate about teaching, taking care of people, or programming, you’ll find a field of study to launch or accelerate your career in Greater Montréal.
Follow your passion. Secure your future.
When it comes to the education, healthcare and IT sectors, there’s no shortage of career opportunities in Québec. So, within a year of graduating, you can land a job doing what you love.
With a job placement rate of over 80 percent, and a very low unemployment rate of between 0 and 5 percent, these three sectors offer great prospects and a secure future. Not only that, but the salaries are highly competitive, whether you graduate with a professional, technical or a university degree.
Just some of the positions available in Greater Montréal:
Healthcare: Nurse, nursing assistant, caregiver, orderly, technician, ambulance attendant
Education: Teacher, high school teacher, early childhood educator, special needs educator
IT: Computer network technician, interactive media developer, system administrator, technical support officer, data scientist, computer scientist, business intelligence analyst, web programmer, developer, computer security analyst, DevOps engineer
Work while you study in Montréal
Are you looking to work while you study? You’re not alone! Most students in Montréal take on part-time jobs to support themselves or earn some extra spending money. Thanks to the flexible class schedules here, you’ll have plenty of time to work and have fun.
A lot of students work around 20 hours a week during semesters, and full time over the Christmas break (mid-December to mid-January) and summer break (early May to late August). Employers are usually pretty flexible, and will be happy to give you extra hours when you need them and time off for when you need to study.
Find a job with the help of I choose Montréal
If you’re on the lookout for the perfect job to keep you busy between classes, I Choose Montréal has you covered! They help international students find jobs during their studies, as well as after they graduate. Just head to the Job Opportunities section on their website to find your future employer and get ready to roll up your sleeves!
Hoping to stay in Montréal after you graduate?
Whether you’re into video games, fashion or coding, you can find the career of your dreams in Montréal. With a very low unemployment rate and plenty of employment opportunities for international students, it’s easy to stay and work in the city after you graduate.
From digital creativity, life sciences and health technologies, to aerospace and artificial intelligence, you can take your pick of careers in cutting-edge sectors in Greater Montréal.
Study in Montréal
Montréal is a great, diverse place to study abroad. Home to people from all over the world, you'll be sure to find what you're looking for in Montréal. Find out more about Montréal and what it's like to study there in this section.
An Inspiring Place to Learn
Want to learn more about what it's like to study in Montréal? This section tells you what you need to know about student life in Montréal, from learning French to festivals and activities held in the city, as well as Montréal's world-famous food scene.
A Multicultural Metropolis for International Students
Montréal is one of the most diverse cities in North America. With people from all over the world living there, Montréal is vibrant and exciting, and home to a great range of schools. Find out more about all this in this section.
Study in Canada
Want to find out more about what it's like to study in Canada? Click here to find out what you need to know about studying in Canada.
A Montréal International Student Interview
Want to learn more about opportunities to stay in Montréal after graduation? This section introduces you to a Q&A session with Hasti, an international student from Iran who is staying in country at the end of her Master's degree.
The Immigration Process
Already decided to study in Montréal? Find out everything you need to know about study permits and the immigration process for international students in Québec.
Why Montréal? A graduate's perspective
This interview with Wanda, a recent graduate from Concordia University, sheds light on the various opportunities for international students in Montréal after graduation.
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