9 High-Paying Summer Jobs for International Students in Canada

Highlights: Canada’s Best Summer Jobs for International Students in 2025

• International students can legally work unlimited hours during summer academic breaks.
• Job options include on-campus, off-campus, and remote roles offering diverse experiences.
• Research and Teaching Assistants earn an average of CAD $25.97 per hour.
• Tree Planters and Retail Sales Associates earn between CAD $16.50 and $27.00 per hour.
• Remote roles like Online Tutor and Virtual Assistant pay CAD $19.05 to $23.00 per hour.
   

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Work Rules for International Students in Canada

International students in Canada are subject to specific work restrictions depending on the time of year and their study status. While they are permitted to work part-time during academic sessions, they can work full-time during scheduled breaks, such as summer and winter holidays. These regulations ensure students can support themselves financially without compromising their academic performance.

Period	Work Hours Allowed	Condition
During Academic Sessions	Up to 24 hours per week	Must be enrolled full-time in a DLI program
Scheduled Breaks (e.g., Summer)	Unlimited hours	Must be on a valid study permit
On-Campus Jobs	No weekly limit (within reason)	Must work for the institution or related services
Co-op/Internship Programs	As per program requirement	Must have co-op work permit if required

 

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Top 9 Summer Jobs in Canada for International students

International students in Canada can take advantage of summer and part-time jobs across various sectors.

From campus-based academic roles to flexible online opportunities, there are plenty of summer job opportunities for international students in Canada.

Job Type	Role	Average Pay (CAD/hour)
On-Campus	Research Assistant (RA)	$25.97
	Teaching Assistant (TA)	$25.97
Off-Campus	Tree Planter	$27.00
	Landscaping Labourer	$18.00
	Retail Sales Associate	$16.50
Remote	Data Annotator	$19.05
	Online Tutor	$22.00
	Virtual Assistant	$23.00
	Content Moderator	$20.50

 

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