Engineering Co-op Program

Overview

The Engineering Co-op Program is one of the largest programs of its type in Canada. For students admitted to the co-op program, work terms are a mandatory part of their degree. Students complete up to 20 months of full-time, paid, career-related work experience throughout their program. The Faculty of Engineering Co-op program exists in all disciplines and comprises approximately 58% of all Engineering students after the common first year.

Benefits

There are several benefits to completing a Co-op as part of an Engineering degree. For example, students are able to engage with different employers and establish professional connections along the way. Additionally, since Co-op programs are paid opportunities, students are able to earn an income while completing their studies! Students are supported in all aspects from a dedicated job board, career coaching, recruitment preparation and site visits from supportive co-op staff while on the job.

Application Information

  • Students (prospective and current) and Employers (prospective and current) can find more information about the Engineering Co-op Program here.
  • Students can visit the Current Student Section of the website and contact the Co-op Office for further assistance.

Contact

Program Details

Faculty/Unit: Engineering
Academic Level: Undergraduate
Credit Received: Credit
Payment: Paid
Location: Other
Format: In-Person
Related Learning Types

Work-Integrated Learning

  • Cooperative Education

Eligibility Requirements

If you are interested in completing an Engineering Co-op, familiarize yourself with the Program Selection Process. This placement process occurs while a student is in their qualifying year of engineering. Additionally, review the ‘Tips for Success’ to prepare yourself!

Recognition + Compensation

  • Students are paid a salary, set by the employer, during their work term.
  • Undergrad Co-op Programs are pass/fail, CR/NC. Students receive a specialized Cooperative Education degree parchment.
  • There are various Wage Subsidy Funding programs available for eligible employers.

Duration, Format + Location

  • Students will complete 20 months of work experience in total. Work terms are divided into five 4-month periods and because these are completed in addition to academic degree requirements, students alternate between work and study terms in a preset sequence.
  • A work term is defined as 12 weeks and/or 420 hours of full-time paid experience and is considered an academic course where a student has full-time student status.
  • More information about work term sequencing is available.