Global Skills Opportunity

for Students

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

University of Winnipeg

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