The University of Waterloo has more than 1,200 part-time jobs right on campus, and there are more in the surrounding community. During your four-month work terms, you'll gain valuable work experience, make important career contacts, and earn money to help finance your education. Co-op is a great way to learn about the range of careers available. Depending on your program, you'll have between four and six work terms. This means that you can gain experience with different types of employers or try different specializations within your field.
Employers value our students who come in and make valuable contributions.
During work terms, your employer will usually give you a project of your own or you'll join a team which is working on a larger project. To be accepted into a co-op program, you must be a Canadian citizen or have Permanent Resident status. Starting in second year, you'll apply for jobs and go through interviews during your school terms. We have staff members at the University who go out and find jobs. These jobs are posted at the University for you to review.