Work-Integrated Learning Abroad
You can complete program work placements in Canada or abroad. In today’s competitive job market, having global work experience under your belt is one of the very best things you can do for your prospective career.
But interning abroad is about much more than work experience. You’ll be challenged to adapt both personally and professionally, and the payoff will be enormous. By leaving the comforts of home to immerse yourself in an entirely new culture, you’ll be pushing the boundaries of what you are capable of and gain an invaluable global perspective.
You’ll have the opportunity to enhance many skills, including self-confidence, decision-making, building new networks, and communicating in different environments. Arguably, the travel and life experience acquired through working abroad is even more important than the professional experience.
Deadline to apply for Summer 2026 programs: March 1, 2026, except for:
Summer 2027 Nursing Programs at VIA and UCL: May 15th, 2026
Summer 2027 PWC at Hungkuang: January 15th, 2027
Summer 2027 Internship at Kansai Gaidai and Hungkuang Universities: January 15th, 2027
Want is a Global Placement?
Work-Integrated Learning Abroad provides you with a global opportunity to earn some or all of the WIL hours required in your Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Degree, or Ontario Graduate Certificate.
Placements offered by Humber Polytechnic are available in two forms:
1. Humber Partnership Programs with the opportunity arranged by Humber
2. Self-led Placement Program
Humber Partnerships
Humber Partnership Programs with the opportunity arranged by Humber - Choose Your Program
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Self-led Information: Step-by-step Guide To Finding Your Own Internship Abroad
Step One
Talk to your Placement Coordinator about guidelines and the processes needed for approval from your academic faculty. In most cases you’ll need to submit a proposal.
Step Two
Identify your potential host employer/organization and work with your Placement Coordinator to complete the Placement Approval package from your academic faculty. In general, Humber does not recruit on behalf of any company or organization around the world. It is your responsibility to locate and secure your placement opportunity.
Tip: The “Opportunities Abroad” section below is a good place to start researching potential host employers/organizations. Also consider local job search websites, LinkedIn, and sending a portfolio directly to companies/organizations you’d like to join. Visit Career Services for help updating your resume, writing a cover letter, and practicing for job interviews!
Step Three
If your Placement Coordinator approves your internship proposal, connect with Humber Global and visit the “Before You Go” section of our website to review and submit Humber’s mandatory travel forms and documents no less than 30 days before you travel. To apply for an up to To apply for an up to $500 bursary, apply below with all the required paperwork no less than 30 days before your departure date. Travelers who are not Canadian citizens should refer to the Consular Office of the country to which you intend to work and travel.
Keep in mind that you’ll need the proper authorization to legally work in the country you’ll be living in, even if your placement is unpaid. Plan to apply for the proper work authorization (visa) at least two months in advance of travel. Canadian youth aged 18-35 should refer to the International Experience Canada website.
Step Four
You’re on your way! Keep in touch and be sure to share your photos and stories with the Humber community!
Self-led Bursary Available!
Students are invited to apply for an up to $500 bursary to help fund their Work-Integrated Learning Placement Abroad.
Bursaries are awarded based on financial need.
Apply for a Global Learning Bursary
(Submit only after receiving your Placement Approval Form)
OPPORTUNITIES ABROAD
While Humber does not have any formal partnership agreement with the following organizations, each is recognized for facilitating study, work, internship, and/or travel abroad opportunities. Contact your Program Coordinator or Humber Global for guidance if you are interested in exploring an opportunity through one of these organizations in relation to your academic program.
Academic Internship Council
AIESEC
Alliance Abroad
Canada World Youth
CANADEM
Care Canada
Charity Village
Connect 123
Cross Cultural Solutions
DAAD "RISE" Program Germany
DEVEX
Eldis (development policy, practice & research)
