The Work Experience criterion is one of the ten criteria for which points are awarded under the Quebec Immigration selection system.

Up to 9 points are awarded under the Experience criterion of Quebec immigration. This criterion is absolutely essential. Unless at least 1 point is awarded under the Work Experience criterion, the application will be automatically refused.

Notes:

• Work experience must have been accumulated during the ten years preceding the application date.
• Work experience includes remunerated employment and internships, whether remunerated or not.
• As an exception, an international student who has received a diploma from a Quebec university or college (or will receive a diploma within 12 months of the application date) does not need to meet the six month work requirement and is automatically awarded 1 point under the Work Experience criterion.