• Gain paid, full-time work experience that is connected to your area of study
• Take part the Professional Development Workshop Series, write your resume, perform your job search, and prep for interviews
• Access the support and resources of the Co-op office available all year round
• Build new skills including teamwork, time-management, networking and communication
• Connect to others in your industry and build your professional network
• If you successfully complete three work terms, you will have Co-operation Education noted on your parchment when you graduate.  

FAQ Student Questions  

Here is an example of how three Co-op work terms fit into a degree. 

Please remember that this is an example. Course sequencing and individual course load allocations will vary by student and/or program.

*Co-op Program fees and the work term course fees are non-refundable and subject to change. 

• The Co-op Program will equip you with all the tools for success and support you in every step of the way in your job search, interview process and accepting an offer.
• However, it cannot guarantee you a work term job as the hiring process is competitive and job availability is subject to market conditions.
• Landing a work term job is up to your efforts. 
• To ensure suitable and meaningful work terms experiences, the Co-op Program must review and approve all employment positions in advance of the work term.

• As an international student, you are welcome to apply to join the Co-op Program 
• After you are admitted to the Co-op Program, your next step is to  apply to the Government of Canada for a Co-op work permit. This must be done as soon as possible, to ensure that you have the necessary paperwork to accept a Co-op job.
• The appropriate application links and verification letter will be provided to you by the Co-op Program.

For more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work/intern.html