Vancouver Internships –Increase your options
Business English Workplace Preparation
Business English Course consisting of intensive grammar, speaking,
listening and writing classes, as well as high level Business English and workplace preparation classes that will allow students to get ready for their internship. Emphasis is placed on increasing industry specific vocabulary based on real industry case studies. Students learn to develop effective presentations, carry on negotiations, conduct business meetings and write effectively while gaining practical knowledge of North American business culture and customs. Internship at a Canadian Company • The internship is a supervised practical training (through weekly reports, contact assignments, progress evaluations, personal feedback, SWOT analysis, final report & presentations), related to an academic field of study or equivalent work experience. The internship allows language acquisition and practice in the context of industry specific terminology and practices, cultural competence, conflict resolution, problem solving, teamwork,
handling criticism, adaptability, motivation and leadership skills. • The internship offers multiple opportunities to link classroom learning to workplace experience. • The internship will be arranged on location after an interview with a prospective host company. Upon request, internship placements can also be arranged prior to departure. • Upon successful completion of the academic and practical components, students will receive a Certificate of Participation and a Reference Letter from the Host Company. In most cases internships are unpaid. The internship portion cannot exceed 50% of the total program duration. During the entire stay, candidates will be supported by their internship coordinator. Accommodation During the entire period of the Vancouver Internships Program candidates will be living in a homestay accommodation, including a single room, 3 meals per day and internet access. Upon arrival candidates will be picked up at the airport and brought to their homestay family. Vancouver Internships –Students:
“I think that this experience is the best way to learn English quickly and efficiently because you
always speak English and also learn business English, which is good for my career … I am sure
that this experience will allow me to find a good job later because Business Objects is a well
known company in the sector of business intelligence.”
Driss, France, University Program
“I was sent abroad by my company with the goal to improve my English…because in the
company I work in Italy, we sell products that we buy in the US and Canada. “
Alberto, Italy
“I did an internship at a community television station…I got to do live camera work…got to work
on really important parts of the television process.”
Raphael, Brazil
“I had to improve my communication…not only soft skills, but my technical skills, and that was
a really valuable experience for me.”
Anna, Russia
“I was working for the purchasing team on a lead-time validation project at Kodak. I worked
closely with the suppliers and purchasing agents so as to be sure there are no mistakes in the
process. I had very good relationships with my colleagues…and they involved me in their
discussions and taught me many expressions… even slang.”
Gregoire, France, University Program
“I worked on two Human Resources projects – recruitment and learning and development. I had
to define the recruitment process steps, try to improve it, revise the different level, and test
steps…it was a great experience.”
Maria, Hungary
“It's not enough to have the creativity or the abilities, and I'm learning from my supervisor that is
very important the way people talk, and express themselves. He is helping me to make
decisions, to be tough and to go straight to the point in business, how to show to others my
point of view in order to be listened, understood and in the case of clients, to accept my
proposals.”
Lina, Mexico, University Program
“I'm benefiting a lot from what I have learned, in class and at my internship. Apart from all that,
my English improved a lot which was also very important for me, I made a lot of new friends,
and I discovered a passion for Canada while living and travelling there!”
Susanne, Germany
“I could say I got more confidence at job interviews, and now I know my next step as a
professional in a global company.”
Tomomi, Japan
Vancouver Internships – Program Options: University Program
Our University Accreditation Program is designed to meet the specific
requirements of your University in order for you to receive academic
credit for your International Internship.
Find out how our Professional Internship Program can add value to
both your professional and academic standing.
Vancouver Internship Program –
Program Options and Fees
*VIP01*
04 weeks of studies + 04 weeks internship placement $1,680.00
*VIP02 *
06 wks + 06 wks $2,110.00
*VIP03 *
08 wks + 08 wks $2,620.00
*VIP04 *
10 wks + 10 wks $3,050.00
*VIP05 *
12 wks + 12 wks $3,480.00
*VIP06 *
14 wks + wks $3,920.00
*VIP07 *
16 wks + 16 wks $4,360.00
*VIP08 *
18 wks + 18 wks $4,790.00
*VIP09 *
20 wks + 20 wks $5,370.00
*VIP10 *
24 wks + 24 wks $6,240.00
Start / Registration • At any time during the year • A minimum of 12 weeks before the
desired start date
Internship categories • Accounting/ Finance • Marketing & Sales • Human Resources • Logistics • General Office Administration • Event Management • Engineering • Tourism • Architecture/Civil Engineering • Information Technology • Media, Journalism • ... and many more!!!
Requirements &
necessary documents • A minimum age of 19 years • Students should be able to
speak, read and understand
conversational English • CV/resume in English • Letter of Intent in English • Certificates and Diplomas
translated into English • Reference Letters and Letters of
Recommendation translated into
English • Valid Health Insurance • Working Holiday Visa or Study
and Work Permit (C30 Exemption) • Maturity, Responsibility, Flexibility
Internships with Industry
Leaders:
KPMG
Royal Bank Financial Group
VanCity
The Vancouver Board of Trade
Sierra Systems
Happy Planet
Molson Canada
IBM
Renaissance Vancouver Hotel
Blast Radius
Business Objects
Intrinsyc
Riptown Media
Kryton International
Lululemon Athletica
Georgia Straight
Kraft Foods
Best Buy Canada Ltd.
Vancouver Convention & Exhibition
Centre
Nokia
Electronic Arts
Radical Entertainment
Ipsos Reid Corporation
HB Lanarc
Kodak
Webtech Wireless Inc.