Finding a career you’ll love, pursuing further education, and thriving in Waterloo’s co-op program.
The Waterloo experience: Exploring careers and building skills for your future
Discover all the ways you can explore careers and build skills at Waterloo to set yourself up for success.
What to expect in co-op
To co-op or not to co-op? This is an important decision you'll have to make when choosing a program at Waterloo. Here’s the inside scoop to help you decide if a co-op program is right for you!
How co-op can help you explore potential careers
Maybe you've known for years what you want to do for a career but just aren't sure where to start. Cue co-op, a unique opportunity that helps you gain experience in your area of interest.
How to choose a career
Deciding on a career can be daunting, but we have plenty of experience guiding students through the process. Learn how to choose the right career for you.
How to gain experience if you're not in co-op
You might have heard about co-op, but have you heard about the other opportunities to gain experience at Waterloo?
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