Employment Services is here to help you succeed at work during your time at College of the Rockies and beyond. We offer workshops and programs, an annual Career Fair, and in-person support. You’ll also find many online resources to help you navigate your career.

We serve all College of the Rockies students and alumni—you can continue to use Employment Services long after you graduate!

Job and Career Opportunities
Looking for work? Employers are looking for you too! See employment opportunities online on the College of the Rockies’ Experience Portal. Volunteer opportunities with local community groups are also posted there.

Students and Alumni
Create your own custom job searches
House your résumé and cover letters
View the College’s Event Calendar
Employers and Community Groups
Create your profile and post jobs
Manage and book interviews
View applicant packages

Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.

Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.

Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.

Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.

Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.

Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.

TOEFL iBT – TOEFL Internet-based test
Overall 80 with minimum 13 in Reading, 21 in Writing, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking

IELTS Academic – International English language testing system
Direct entry academic program requirements: Overall 6.0 with no band less than 6.0
Conditional admit requirements: Overall 6.0 with no band less than 5.5
English Language Program pathway: Less than 6.0 overall

CAEL-CE – Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test
Computer Edition (CE) score of 60 overall (no sub-score less than 60)

Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic)
PTE Academic –  Academic overall 56