Part-time work around McGill School of Continuing Studies depends on your study permit conditions, course load and program type. This is important because many SCS programs are part-time or online, and not every program will support the same work eligibility for international students.

Common Part-Time Job Areas In Montreal

Job type	Why it can suit students
Cafe and restaurant work	Flexible shifts near downtown, Plateau, Milton-Parc and Quartier Latin
Retail assistant	Common in malls, bookstores, pharmacies and shopping streets
Campus or office assistant	Useful if roles are available through McGill or nearby organizations
Customer service	Good for students with strong English and French communication
Tutoring or language support	Relevant for students with strong academic or language skills
Administrative support	Fits students with business, communication or office experience
Events and hospitality	Montreal has regular festivals, conferences and hotel activity
Data or marketing assistant	Possible for students with analytics, communication or digital skills

Where Students Usually Look

McGill SCS students are based near central Montreal, so practical job-search areas include:

• Downtown Montreal
• Milton-Parc
• Plateau-Mont-Royal
• Quartier Latin
• Old Montreal
• Griffintown
• Westmount and Atwater
• Remote or hybrid roles for students with technical skills

Work Rules To Check

Before accepting work, international students should confirm:

• Whether the chosen SCS program allows off-campus work
• Whether they are considered full-time for immigration purposes
• The work conditions printed on their study permit
• Current IRCC rules on off-campus work hours
• Whether online or part-time study changes work eligibility

How To Find Better Roles

Students can improve their chances by preparing a Canadian-style resume, applying early in August and September, and being realistic about French-language expectations in Montreal. Even basic workplace French can make a difference in retail, hospitality and customer service roles.

Students in data, communications, translation, management or logistics programs should also look for roles connected to their field, even if the first job is part-time or entry-level.

Bottom Line

Montreal has strong part-time job potential, but SCS students must check eligibility carefully before working. For the September 2026 intake, plan your job search around visa rules, program load, commute time and language skills rather than assuming every continuing education program gives the same work rights.