Are international students covered during internships 🔹 Does my student insurance work while I’m doing a co-op or placement 🔹 Am I covered if I’m working off-campus or in a lab 🔹 What happens to my health plan during an internship

Yes — international students remain covered during internships, as long as they are:

  • 🏫 Enrolled at Acadia University during the internship period

  • 💳 Paying for the ASU Medical Plan as part of their student fees

  • 📍 Completing the internship within Canada

This includes coverage for:

  • 🩺 Doctor visits, emergency care, lab tests, and prescriptions

  • 🧠 Mental health services and diagnostic imaging

  • ✈️ Travel insurance for emergencies outside the province

If your internship is unpaid, you may need to confirm whether additional workplace insurance (like accident or liability coverage) is required by your host organization.

Tip: Always carry your StudentVIP insurance card and check with your internship supervisor or the ASU Supports Office if you're unsure about coverage specifics.

📘 Helpful Definitions:

  • Internship: A supervised work experience, often part of academic credit or career development

  • ASU Medical Plan: The health insurance plan for international students at Acadia

  • Workplace insurance: Coverage for job-related injuries or liability, separate from health insurance

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📝 Special Notes:

  • Coverage is valid only while you’re registered as a student and located in Canada

  • If your internship takes place outside Canada, travel coverage may apply for emergencies only

  • For help understanding your benefits visit the ASU Supports Office in the Student Union Building

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