Your co-op advisors

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Whether you’re looking for a job or on your work term, our team of co-op and career advisors are here to support you.

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Co-op advisors (CEE)

When to contact:

Questions related to co-op  

Help finding co-op jobs 

Support with applications, interviews and rank/match process  

Questions/concerns during your work term 

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Career advisors (CCD)

When to contact:

Job search and application resources  

Career planning advice

Further education planning 

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Academic advisors (faculty/program)

When to contact:

Questions about your academic program

Questions about your co-op degree requirements

Questions about your study/work sequence


Co-op advisor

Before you start searching for your first co-op job, your co-op advisor will reach out to introduce themselves. Your co-op advisor will support you throughout your co-op career at the University ─ including when you’re applying and interviewing and throughout your co-op work terms.  

Co-op advisors are aligned with each faculty and know about your academic program, co-op journey, transferable skills, and job opportunities. They are dedicated resources to help you succeed through your recruitment and co-op work terms.

Connect with your co-op advisor

  • Send a WaterlooWorks message by navigating to your co-op Advisor’s name on your dashboard and using the “Send a message” tool (Please note: It may take one to two business days for your advisor to respond).
  • Call the number listed in WaterlooWorks next to your advisor and leave a voicemail if you don't reach them. You can call any time, but keep in mind that co-op advisors have dedicated office hours for impromptu conversations with students from 2-3 p.m. ET, Monday to Friday.
  • Book an appointment using the MS Bookings link listed beside your co-op advisor’s name within WaterlooWorks. Learn more about appointment types.

Career advisor

The Centre for Career Development’s career advisors offer advice to any Waterloo student, whether in a co-op or regular program, on career-related topics. Career advisors are available for in-person or virtual appointments to help you explore your career possibilities. They also host workshops that cover a wide variety of subjects including résumé building, interview skills, work search strategies and more. 

Connect with a career advisor

It doesn’t matter where you are in your journey, career advisors offer one-on-one supports and workshops to help you explore your career possibilities:

  • Book an appointment or same-day drop-in for one-on-one support
  • Check out workshops and events