Does part-time work count for the Canadian Experience Class?

Short answer

Yes, if it meets the same rules as full-time work and the 1,560 total is reached within the 3 years before you apply.

How it adds up

IRCC's example is 15 hours a week for 24 months equals 1 year. You can combine as many part-time jobs as needed, but no more than 30 hours a week count. Each job must be paid, in Canada, authorized, TEER 0 to 3.

Watch out

• part-time work while a full-time student doesn't count even if authorized
• the 3-year window moves with your application date, so older hours drop out
• self-employment, volunteer and unpaid work don't count.

FAQ

20 + 20 hours at two jobs?

Only 30 count that week.

How long at part-time?

At 15 hours a week about 24 months; the tracker projects your own date.

Official sources

• IRCC: Canadian Experience Class
• National Occupational Classification (NOC)

Related guides

• How many hours do you need for the Canadian Experience Class?
• Your post-graduation work permit is expiring: what to check