Trinity Western University

By hiring TWU students and graduates, you tap into a pool of talent possessing skills, qualities, and competencies for the future of work, making them valuable assets in the workforce.

To post your opportunity, we encourage you to utilize our Career Connect system. This platform allows you to post full time, part time, seasonal and *work integrated learning opportunities. Your organization may request a free account. It is the quickest and most efficient way to connect with TWU talent.

*Work-integrated learning (WIL) is a form of curricular experiential education that formally integrates a student’s academic studies with quality experiences within a workplace or practice setting. WIL experiences include an engaged partnership of at least: an academic institution, a host organization, and a student. WIL can occur at the course or program level and includes the development of student learning objectives and outcomes related to: employability, agency, knowledge and skill mobility and life-long learning. (CEWIL)

At TWU, these experiences are either coordinated within the Academic Faculties or the Centre for Calling & Career Development. WIL short term unpaid placements such as practicum and field placements are coordinated by the program coordinators within the faculty or school. WIL longer term paid placements like internships and co-ops are typically coordinated with support of the CCCD. Academic programs of study may require a different number of hours to be completed and be scheduled at a particular time of year.

BENEFITS OF HIRING A WORK-INTEGRATED LEARNING STUDENT
Students bring new ideas, fresh perspectives, and enthusiasm to the workplace.
WIL programs offer access to diversely talented and highly motivated students and sometimes aid in vetting students before the hiring process begins, which reduces recruiting costs.
WIL students are short-term employees, which can be helpful to businesses in temporary times of need.
WIL terms may be an opportunity to evaluate a potential long-term employee before committing: many employers choose to hire co-op students after graduation.
WIL students can work on a wide range of assignments, from specific projects to general support. 

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.

English Language Proficiency Requirement for Undergraduate Students
English is the language of instruction at TWU.  All applicants must demonstrate English Language Proficiency in both oral and written academic English.

Here are the eight ways to meet TWU’s English Language Proficiency Requirement:

1.  Submit official TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge English Qualifications, PTE Academic, CAEL, or Duolingo exam results, meeting the admission requirements in the table below. Test results are valid for admission to TWU for up to two years from the examination date. Tests taken more than two years prior will not be valid for admission. These results must be submitted at the time of application.

TOEFL Test of English Foreign Language Internet-Based Test. To send TOEFL results directly to Trinity Western University and receive them more quickly, students should use code 0876. Overall Score 88 or higher with minimum score of 20 in each band

IELTS International English Language Testing System (Academic) Overall score 6.5 or higher with minimum score of 6.0 in Writing/Reading and 5.5 in Speaking/Listening

Cambridge English Qualifications B2 First, C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency are designed for use by further and higher education institutions for a variety of purposes. Cambridge English certificates do not expire. 176 or higher (Cambridge B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency )

CAEL Canadian Academic English Language Assessment
*Testing is offered at TWU’s Langley campus Overall score 70 or higher with minimum score of 60 in each band

PTE Academic PTE Academic is a computer-based English language test. It lasts approximately 3 hours. 58 or higher with minimum score of 50 in each band

Duolingo English Test The Duolingo English Test is an online English proficiency test that can be taken online, on-demand, in under an hour. The test is taken via a computer with a camera and includes a proficiency score, video interview, and writing sample which are shared with Trinity Western University when you send your results. Certified results are available within 48 hours of the test session.
Overall score 110 or higher with minimum score of 95 in Literacy/Comprehension and 90 in Conversation/production

As of 2024-2025 Academic Year:
Overall score 120 or higher with minimum score of 105 in Literacy/Comprehension and 95 in Conversation/Production

Both video interview and writing sample should clearly demonstrate strong English language skill.