Make the World your Workplace

On average, we seek approximately 50 individuals whose creativity, innovation and commitment to excellence will be put to the test in a dynamic and demanding culture that thrives on adaptability. Only a small percentage of those writing will be interviewed for final positions for hire at the end of the following summer.

In contemplating a career in the foreign service, you are considering becoming part of a team that vigorously promotes Canadian international interests. You will often work in partnership with other parts of the federal government, provincial governments, municipalities, the private sector, cultural and educational institutions and non governmental organizations. To be in the foreign service is to be a team member, working on Canada's behalf to real and measurable benefit within Canadian society in one of the world's most technologically advanced foreign services.

Canadian society has witnessed and, in many cases, shaped the extraordinary technological change that is transforming the way individuals, businesses and organizations are defining and pursuing their goals. The far reaches of the world are today much closer to individual Canadians. The foreign service officer's role is consequently more important than ever.

International Commerce is the lifeblood of the Canadian economy. As a trade commissioner, you build international alliances and networks essential to Canada’s economic prosperity. You also promote Canada’s vast capabilities worldwide, shape Canadian trade policy, promote foreign investment in and out of Canada, and guide Canadians to international commercial success

As a Citizenship and Immigration Officer, you would be the human face of complex immigration policies with a worldwide clientele. The values held strongly in Canada of good governance and human security are key to a better global condition and more prosperity in the world.

As a Political/Economic Officer, you would be at the heart of the world's multilateral system and the efforts to promote Canada's interests bilaterally and multilaterally. International human rights, environmental concerns, disarmament, crisis management and peace-building matters are the types of far-ranging issues that challenge a Political/Economic officer.

As a Management and consular affairs officer, you would have a special impact on the corporate management of a dynamic and ever changing organization with a network of 170 missions accredited in 153 countries and more than 8,500 (4,890 locally-engaged) employees. You would also be responsible for managing the consular program which provides Canadians overseas with a wide range of assistance.

The foreign service has always been a vital part of Canada's image overseas as it promotes Canada as a modern, dynamic nation. Within Canada, the foreign service is a key centre of knowledge and expertise, contributing to the overall international objectives of the Government of Canada.

The foreign service can be your career. It demands a commitment, but offers the opportunity to invest in yourself, hone your strengths and work in a stimulating, ever-changing environment. Whether at home or abroad, put Canada in your future; make the world your workplace.