Here’s what you gain by being part of a dynamic co-op community:

• Early Confirmation: Verify your major choice early in your academic career.
• Hands-On Experience: Gain practical, major-related work experience even before you graduate.
• Theory into Practice: Deepen your understanding of your coursework by applying it in the real world.
• Esteemed Recognition: Earn a highly-regarded cooperative plan diploma, sought after by top-tier employers.
• Boosted Marketability: Stand out to employers post-graduation with an enhanced profile.
• Workplace Awareness: Grasp workplace culture and competencies first hand.
• Career Exploration: Discover and refine your career goals and options.
• Self-Assessment: Evaluate and improve upon your personal strengths and weaknesses.
• Interpersonal Skill Enhancement: Hone your communication and people skills.
• Professional Growth: Mature as a professional in a supportive environment.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with other professionals in your field.
• Resume Building: Create a compelling resume for your future.
• Earn While You Learn: Enjoy a competitive wage while gaining invaluable knowledge.

Additionally, being enrolled in a tuition-free co-op course ensures you maintain your full-time student status, giving you access to other benefits like maintaining continuous enrollment at your university, retaining parents’ insurance coverage, participation in campus events and activities, access to campus housing, and much more.

Each year, over a million fresh college graduates hit the job market, resumes in hand, new suits donned, and filled with anticipation. While many might have a firm handshake, what employers truly value – practical work experience – is often missing. But not for the co-op and intern students.

They graduate with more than just a degree; they step into the world armed with practical knowledge and a competitive edge in today’s bustling job market. Dive into the real-world experience with the Co-Op Program and get a head start on your career path.