Alternate co-op opportunities

From federally funded programs to developing your own business concept, you can take advantage of certificate programs and other ways you gain co-op credit through other programs.

Waterloo Experience (WE) Accelerate program

Develop in-demand skills with real-world work experience for a flexible work-term.

Enterprise Co-op (E Co-op) program

Start your own business while earning a co-op credit.

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Bridging Entrepreneurs to Students (BETS) program

Are you a first work term student in Engineering, Math, Arts or Environment? Consider working for a local start-up.

Co-op Research Certificate

Complete the Co-op Research Certificate through research-focused work terms.

Job funding programs

There are funding programs available for employers hiring co-op students.

Returning to a previous employer

If you’ve had a great experience with a co-op employer, you may want to consider returning for an additional work term.