The Request to Withdraw Application (RWA) process gives students the opportunity to request that their application to a specific job be withdrawn if they have serious concerns about a job or employer immediately following an interview.
You may potentially choose to submit an RWA form under the following circumstances:
- New information was provided in the interview that significantly altered the nature or circumstances of the job from what was outlined in the job posting.
- You have concerns related to discrimination or harassment arising from the interview.
If the request is approved, your application would be removed from consideration for this particular position.
Request to Withdraw Application process:
| Step 1: Submit a Request to Withdraw Application (RWA) form | Submit an RWA form via WaterlooWorks within 48 hours (2 days) of your interview. Steps to submit an RWA form:
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| Step 2: Co-operative Education will review your request and get back to you as soon as possible | Each request will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Co-operative Education will respond with a decision regarding your request as soon as possible either in person, over the phone or via WaterlooWorks. |
Things to consider before submitting an RWA form:
- Job descriptions are often created months in advance, and it is normal for slight changes to occur.
- You have the option of submitting up to five (5) Not Interested rankings per term to guarantee that you will not be matched with a job.
- Do not include confidential or sensitive information in the Request to Withdraw Application (RWA) form as messages and forms sent using WaterlooWorks are visible to various staff.
- If your request is approved, Co-operative Education will inform the employer of your reason(s) should they inquire. Specific details provided will not be shared with the employer but general feedback may be provided by our staff as a coaching tactic to help improve their recruiting strategy.
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