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 > Recruiting Term 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 > Recruiting Term 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.
Other important information for interviews
Please click below for additional important information and resources that you may need to know for interviews.
