If you're looking for jobs while studying or working off-campus, you could still be able to apply and interview through WaterlooWorks! Review the criteria and complete the steps below to receive off-campus support.
You are eligible for off-campus support if any of the following scenarios apply:
- You're looking for jobs while on a work term (if you have two work terms back-to-back)
- You're looking for jobs while on academic exchange before your next work term
- You're looking for jobs while studying in Rome as a 4A Architecture student before your next work term
If you are away from campus for any other reasons than those listed above (e.g., personal/health reasons), contact your co-op advisor to discuss your options. If you will be away for a short period of time during interview season, follow the interview conflict process.
Remember: even when you're off-campus, the same expectations around co-op apply. As a co-op student, we expect you to follow the steps below and abide by our co-op roles and responsibilities throughout your search.
If you meet the criteria above, complete these steps to search, apply and interview for jobs in WaterlooWorks:
Steps for students currently on a work term in Canada and the U.S.
Complete these steps to apply for jobs in WaterlooWorks:
- Log into WaterlooWorks and accept the terms and conditions.
- Submit your job search intentions as “Participating in Job Search.”
- Submit the appropriate off-campus interview support form via your WaterlooWorks dashboard:
- WaterlooWorks > Submit a Form > Pre and Post Interview support > Pre Interview support details - while on a work term
- For tips on how to submit/edit forms on WaterlooWorks, visit WaterlooWorks Help.
- Please note:
- You must indicate in your cover letter or in the summary of qualifications section of your résumé that you’re currently off-campus and therefore not available to interview in person.
- Please set expectations with your employers to let them know you’ll be interviewing for jobs from a distance, which might involve some work/class time.
- Once interviews begin, you are required to attend ALL interviews.
- All interviews and deadlines are in Waterloo time (ET), so plan accordingly.
When selected for an interview:
- An interview time slot will be chosen for you (off-campus students are typically placed at the end of an interviewer’s schedule).
- The employer will receive instructions for contacting you via the contact information you provided on your off-campus interview support form (will be used for ALL interviews while off-campus).
- To confirm that the employer has the right contact information, visit the “Interviews” tab of your WaterlooWorks dashboard and click “View” to see specific booking instructions.
- Note: booking instructions may not be updated until the afternoon before your interview, so keep checking back!
- If you have a conflict, follow the interview conflict process.
Steps for students currently on an international work term outside of Canada and the U.S.
Complete these steps to apply for jobs in WaterlooWorks:
- Log into WaterlooWorks and accept the terms and conditions.
- Submit your job search intentions as “Participating in Job Search.”
- Once you have completed the steps above, you will be able to search and apply for jobs on WaterlooWorks.
- Please note:
- You must indicate in your cover letter or in the summary of qualifications section of your résumé that you’re currently off-campus and therefore not available to interview in person.
- You must include your contact information on your cover letter and/or résumé.
- Please set expectations with your employers to let them know you’ll be interviewing for jobs from a distance, which might involve some work/class time.
- Once interviews begin, you are required to attend ALL interviews.
When selected for an interview:
- To accommodate different time zones, the employer will contact you directly to schedule your interview.
Steps for students currently studying abroad
Complete these steps to apply for jobs in WaterlooWorks:
- Log into WaterlooWorks and accept the terms and conditions.
- Submit your job search intentions as “Participating in Job Search.”
- Submit the appropriate off-campus interview support form via your WaterlooWorks dashboard:
- WaterlooWorks > Submit a Form > Pre and Post Interview support > Pre Interview support details - while on academic exchange
- For tips on how to submit/edit forms on WaterlooWorks, visit WaterlooWorks Help.
- Please note:
- You must indicate in your cover letter or in the summary of qualifications section of your résumé that you’re currently off-campus and therefore not available to interview in person.
- You must include your contact information on your cover letter and/or résumé.
- Please set expectations with your instructors to let them know you’ll be interviewing for jobs from a distance, which might involve some work/class time.
- Once interviews begin, you are required to attend ALL interviews.
- All interviews and deadlines are in Waterloo time (ET), so plan accordingly.
When selected for an interview:
- To accommodate different time zones, the employer will contact you directly to schedule your interview.
- Please ensure your contact information is up-to-date on your off-campus interview support form (will be used for ALL interviews while off-campus).
Other important information for interviews
Please click below for additional important information and resources that you may need to know for interviews.
