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Co-operative education (co-op) is an education model that alternates a student's academic learning with paid work terms in fields relevant to their academic and personal goals.
- COVID-19 FAQ for employers (updated Sept. 1)
- Co-op recruiting continues during COVID-19 (updated Sept. 1)
Why Laurier?
- Program selection and variety: More than 2,700 undergraduate and graduate students are enrolled in arts, business, economics and science programs. We have the largest business degree co-op program in Canada and the first of its kind in Ontario.
- Year-round availability: Students begin work in January, May or September for 4, 8, 12, or 16 months.
- Bright and talented students: Most co-op programs are limited in enrolment and students have been pre-screened through a competitive admissions process.
- Engaged and committed students: Our students participate in national case competitions, lead student clubs and organizations, volunteer and participate in entrepreneurial endeavours.
- Location: Our Waterloo and Brantford campuses are located within the Toronto/Waterloo technology corridor.
- Responsive service: For more than 45 years, we have been meeting employer needs by providing the best personal service.
- Accredited co-op programs: Most of Laurier’s co-op programs are accredited by Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning (CEWIL) and are eligible for the Ontario Co-op Tax Credit.
Commitment to Employment Equity
The Department of Co-operative Education encourages all employers recruiting at Laurier to express their commitment to employment equity on job descriptions by inviting applications from all qualified women and men, including persons in a visible minority, persons with disabilities and aboriginal people. Employers are also encouraged to identify physical accessibility requirements on job postings.
What Employers Say
"The professionalism of co-op students from Laurier is absolutely amazing. I am continually in awe of how Laurier prepares them for the workplace. They come to work with us already having a polished approach and skills that set them up for success."
Roxanne Higgins, General Manager, Human Resources
Everlink Payment Services Inc., Markham
Types of Jobs
Consider hiring co-op students from Laurier in areas such as:
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Why Employers Choose Us
- Our co-op office is committed to personal, responsive service.
- Our talent pool of bright, versatile and motivated students.
- Our strong programs and the academic achievement of our students.
- We select co-op students in Arts, Business, Economics, Science and most graduate programs through a competitive admission process.
Low-Risk, High-Return Hiring
- Recruit co-op students as a cost-effective solution to your short-term hiring needs.
- Hire co-op students to manage special projects.
- Evaluate the long-term potential of co-op students for employment after graduation.
- Enhance your organization's profile on campus.
- Gain a fresh perspective.
- Take advantage of tax credits and other funding opportunities.
Our Service to Employers
- We post job descriptions promptly and provide access to applications online.
- We schedule interviews and provide comfortable interview rooms on campus.
- Our commitment to high-quality service continues after hiring; we monitor the satisfaction level of all participants.
Laurier community comes together during uncertain times
2019 Co-op Student of the Year Award nominees
Co-operative education employers adapt to support Laurier co-op students during COVID-19
Laurier co-op programs earn national accreditation
Laurier awards recognize co-op students for exceptional workplace achievements
Co-op COVID-19 FAQ for employers
Co-op continues during COVID-19
Expert panel offers tips to aspiring venture capitalist students
Laurier team wins top prize at national business technology case competition
Laurier Co-op Students Thrive in the Tech Industry
