Complete Guide for CO-OP Program:

The CO-OP program is very popular among international students. Not only can you study in a specific field, but you can also earn extra money by gaining real-world experience in that field.

What Is Co-Op?

Co-op, which stands for cooperative education, is a program that combines classroom theory with practical, hands-on experience before graduation. Students can alternate academic study with high employment through the co-op program, gaining real-world experience in their field of study.

Can International Students Do CO-OP?

International students who meet the co-op admission requirements for their degree program are eligible to participate in the program.

• You can apply for a co-op as an international student if you meet the following criteria:
• you have a current study permit
• Work is required to finish your studies in Canada.
• You have a letter from your school confirming that all students in your program must complete work placements in order to graduate.
• Your co-op placement accounts for 50% or less of your total study time.

How Do Students Get Their Co-Op Jobs?

The student can look for a job on their own; however, if you find a job you’d like to work at, the placement provider or co-op department at your school may need to ascertain whether the job is suitable for the co-op.

How Do Students Get Their Co-Op Jobs?

The student can look for a job on their own; however, if you find a job you’d like to work at, the placement provider or co-op department at your school may need to ascertain whether the job is suitable for the co-op.

Some schools with co-op programs have departments or services that look for opportunities while others guarantee placement to the student – talk to our educational consultants to know more about it!

How Many Hours Can I Work On a Co-Op Work Permit?

Your study permit will state whether or not you are permitted to work off-campus. If so, you are permitted to work:

• while your program is in session, for up to 20 hours per week and full-time during the scheduled school calendar did break

Some Benefits of CO-OP:

• Gain hands-on experience in your field of study.
• Apply classroom theory to real-world work situations.
• Establish contacts and network with future employers and co-workers
• Earn money to help pay for tuition and living expenses.

 Example of a Co-Op Term:

If you’re studying marketing, you might be seconded to a marketing firm where you’ll write posts for social media clients, help create a marketing plan, or even help out a full-time employee.

Employers are asked to fill out a form evaluating the performance of the cooperative student at the end of the working period. This report is forwarded to the team coordinator and counts toward the student’s grade and evaluation.