Make a world of difference with Global Skills Opportunity.
To succeed in a rapidly changing and increasingly international labour market, Canadians need to be globally fluent and connected, particularly in emerging economies. Global Skills Opportunity is here to help students—especially those that face barriers to participation—gain confidence and develop valuable intercultural skills by studying or working abroad.
Benefits of Participation
DEVELOP INTERCULTURAL COMPETENCIES AND GLOBAL SKILLS
Intercultural skills are essential for the future of work in a rapidly changing—and increasingly international—labour market.
EXPAND HORIZONS
Broaden your worldview, open new doors and unlock your potential.
MAKE INVALUABLE CONNECTIONS
Build a global network that will stay with you throughout your career.
EXPERIENCE NEW CULTURES
Learn with and from people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
WORK IN THE FIELD
Witness firsthand how industries and organizations around the world operate.
BOLSTER YOUR RESUME
Prepare for life after graduation and bring a fresh, global perspective to employment opportunities.
“The experience that you feel in and of yourself in being there, … it’s impactful. It’s a different way of understanding that is really true to oneself and I would have never had that had I not [studied] internationally.”
Jazmin Alfaro
How It Works
Step one
Consult your post-secondary institution’s Global Skills Opportunity project(s)
Step two
Apply directly through your college or university
Step three
Get ready to unlock your potential
Step four
Enjoy the benefits of international learning and work experiences