Overcoming Complex Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Application Challenges Involving a Summer Internship
Date Posted:April 24, 2026
Last Updated:April 24, 2026
The frequent and clear communication made me feel at ease throughout the entire process.
Visa Type / Immigration Category
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
Occupation / Job Title
None
Visa Status Before Application
Study Permit
Residence at the Time of Application
Alberta
Duration from Application to Visa Approval
9 months
Customer Comments and Testimonials
This case involved a client who applied for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) after graduating from a two-year college program, with the long-term goal of applying for Permanent Residency (PR). Because the treatment of a four-month summer internship could have potentially impacted the calculation of the study period and the full-time status requirements defined by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), we carefully addressed these practical concerns before submission. As a result, the work permit was successfully granted.
Why did you decide to immigrate to Canada?
I chose Canada because I believed that studying at a college for two years would allow me to obtain a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), which provides a viable pathway toward applying for Permanent Residency in the future.
What made you choose VisaJP Canada?
I had been watching VisaJP Canada’s YouTube channel and felt that their explanations were clear and highly trustworthy.
What was the most memorable part of the process?
What stood out most was how they provided a detailed explanation regarding the potential complexities of the four-month summer internship within a PGWP application. Working together to organize our strategy beforehand was very reassuring.
How was your experience using VisaJP Canada’s services?
They provided consistent support from the initial application through to the final approval. Their frequent updates made the status of my application easy to understand, allowing me to proceed with peace of mind.
Future outlook and a message for those planning to travel to Canada
My first priority is to stabilize my life while on my PGWP, and then I will begin preparing for my future Permanent Residency application. I believe it is vital to gather information early and consult with experts whenever you encounter something you don’t understand.
Additional Comments
I am very grateful to everyone at VisaJP Canada for all their help. Thank you very much.
We had the pleasure of assisting this client with both their initial study permit and this representative application for their Post-Graduation Work Permit. From the beginning, they impressed us as a very meticulous, sincere, and honest individual. Currently, PGWP reviews by IRCC have become increasingly strict, and average processing times are significantly longer than in the past. Furthermore, a PGWP refusal often leaves no opportunity for re-application. Therefore, we worked closely with the client to review the documentation provided by the school and ensured the best possible submission. Despite the long wait due to current processing trends, the application was approved smoothly without any requests for additional documents or follow-up questions. We look forward to their continued success and wish them a smooth transition to Permanent Residency.
Immigration Consultant
Toko Gould
Born in Japan. Worked as a registered dietitian in hospitals and other facilities. Moved to Vancouver, Canada in 2001 on a Working Holiday. Later utilized her professional background to obtain a work visa, then Canadian permanent residency as a skilled worker. Studied Oil and Gas Administration at a college in Alberta, then worked at a U.S.-based oil company. Later studied accounting and transitioned into an accounting role.
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