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The future of work is changing. The gig economy, automation and the increase in remote work are just a few of the reasons why it’s a critical time for small businesses and startups to invest in the right kind of talent to help their operations succeed now and in the future.
At the University of Waterloo, we help businesses of every size recognize and leverage the value that co-op students can bring to their workplace: extra hands to advance a project, providing fresh perspectives and energy, or driving advancement by applying digital skills and new technology.
With Waterloo’s job board, organizations can begin building their talent strategies by hiring students with the skills and expertise to work in roles across departments and industries. Our dedicated team is committed to help make finding the right talent for your business go from an uphill battle to a natural fit with the rhythm of your organization.
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Waterloo students have the skills and expertise to fill roles in various areas such as marketing and communications, research and analysis, web and applications design development and business support services. Learn more about areas students can support in a few common job categories below.
TIP FOR POSTING YOUR JOB: Employers can use clusters to target students they believe would be best suited for the job. Clusters are sorted into academic (course specific) and thematic (industry specific). Learn more about clusters and how to use them to advertise your job.
Sample jobs:
Human Resources Coordinator
Staff Accountant
Business Analyst
Marketing Specialist
Web Designer
Customer Support Liaison
Office Administrator
Project Management Coordinator
Documentation Clerk
Financial Analyst
Sample job responsibilities:
Provide customer support (emails, live chat, phone)
Prepare and maintain accurate and complete files and records (e.g., assist with file set-up)
Develop, integrate and maintain a proper HRIS system to organize employee records
Post, update and remove job ads from job boards, careers pages and social networks
Analyzing operational processes to drive continuous improvement for quality and capacity issues
Track project schedules, key dates and reporting deadlines
Sample thematic job clusters: | |
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Business administration | Finance & investment |
Human resources | Accounting & financial auditing |
Marketing & communications | Insurance & risk management |
Sales & business development |
Sample jobs:
Product Development Associate
Engineering Design Assistant
Engineering Technician
Mechanical Designer
Data Engineer Assistant
Systems Design Engineering Associate
Structural Engineering Assistant
Sample job responsibilities:
Lead documentation & revisions
Research and source components, materials and finishes
Sketch, conceptualize and prototype design solutions
Provide CAD support, engineering specifications, calculations and project management
Design and develop software, electrical, and mechanical specifications
Test prototype systems
Write design documentation and participate in design reviews
Assist with third-party testing standards
Structural analysis and design
Sample thematic job clusters: | |
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Project & process management | Manufacturing & process engineering |
Supply chain management & logistics | Construction & infrastructure development |
Sample jobs:
Marketing Coordinator
Digital Communications Assistant
Social Media Coordinator
Sales Communications Specialist
Technical Writer
Corporate Communications Coordinator
Project Assistant
Digital Business Analyst
Sample job responsibilities:
Write blog posts and email marketing messages
Research and implement content recommendations for organic SEO success
Track, report and analyze website analytics and pay-per-click initiatives and campaigns
Co-ordinate and create content for social media campaigns across various platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn)
Produce visual assets, including graphics (digital and print), videos and photos
Sample thematic job clusters: | |
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Marketing & communications | Environment & business |
Digital graphic media | Professional & technical writing |
Website design & development |
Sample jobs:
Research Analyst
Business Analyst
Macroeconomic Analyst
Financial Analyst
Junior Policy Analyst
Legal Assistant
Project Manager
Actuarial Analyst
Data Administrator
Data Scientist
Mathematical Modeler
Transportation Logistics Specialist
Sample job responsibilities:
Interpret and analyze data to identify and communicate opportunities for improvement
Track platform information by collecting, compiling and summarizing data, working with analytics software to monitor site traffic and determine conversion rates
Perform routine updates using web application programming interfaces (APIs)
Complete website audits
Conduct market research and competitive analysis
Sample thematic job clusters: | |
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Data analytics, statistical analysis & mathematical optimization | Information science & data management |
Data science |
Sample jobs:
Digital Content Writer
Web Designer
E-commerce Platform Developer
App Developer
Digital Design Associate
UX/UI Designer
Software Developer
Database Developer
Full-stack Developer
Sample job responsibilities:
Build and test computer software or hardware components for information processing communication and storage
Develop website and e-commerce platforms
Create technical and end-user documentation for web applications
Assist in quality assurance testing and user testing for content and layout to recommend ongoing improvements to the user experience
Troubleshoot software and hardware issues
Analyze, design, develop and test usable, accessible web applications
Create and maintain complex software systems
Sample thematic job clusters: | |
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Computing: information systems | Digital & graphic media |
Computing: software | Software engineering |
Computing: quality assurance | Website design & development |
Computing: hardware |
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Connect with us. With students from 120+ programs available each term, we can help you find the talent you need.
Waterloo works with small businesses, startups, incubators and local Chambers of Commerce to help businesses of every size hire from Waterloo.
Here’s a small snapshot of organizations that we work with:
Remitbee
Curvegrid
Hockeystick Inc.
Vidyard
Lumos Health
Athos
Appficiency Inc.
Odaia Intelligence Inc.
Sipstack Inc.
Pexhouse.com
CiteRight
Trexo Robotics
AceAge
Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Accelerator Centre
Haltech
Invest Ottawa
Velocity
Through SWPP, organizations in Canada that offer full-time employment opportunities for full-time
Canadian post-secondary students can receive wage subsidies. Several partners that deliver this funding for startups and small businesses include Venture for Canada and Ontario Chamber of Commerce.
How much is this funding? | Funding will cover up to 50% (up to a maximum of $5,000 per placement)
Students hired from under-represented groups may be eligible to have up to 70% of their wages subsidized. This is determined on a case-by-case basis at the end of each work term |
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Am I eligible? |
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How can I apply? | You apply directly to each funding partner. We've put together a helpful list of details for all the funding partners. Take a look for more information! |
What's the application deadline? | Applications are open! Deadlines vary by funding partner. |
Other provincial-based tax credits and incentives are available based on region. (Learn more)
How much is the tax credit? |
Large corporations can claim 25% of expenditures, up to $3,000, while small businesses can claim 30% of expenditures up to $3,000, per eligible work placement. This tax credit is available for each work placement. Each work placement needs to be a minimum of 10 weeks and maximum of 4 months with no cap on the amount of eligible work placements an employer submits. Employers may have multiple work placements which take place at the same time and throughout the year (I.e. iIf an organization decides to hire for an eight-month work term, or two students for four-month work terms, both would be considered as two work placements and would be eligible for a total tax credit of up to $6,000). |
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Am I eligible? | Any Ontario employer hiring students from a post-secondary co-op program is eligible. |
How can I apply? | Corporations claim the tax credit on Schedule 550 of their T2 corporation income tax return. Unincorporated businesses claim the credit on Form ON479 in their tax return. Learn more about the forms you need to submit on the government website. |
What's the application deadline? | Tax season each year. |
A tip to maximize your funding
Emily is a Business Developer for the University of Waterloo's co-operative education program.
She can provide you with guidance and answer questions you may have about hiring from Waterloo.
Email: emily.burgess@uwaterloo.ca
Phone: (226) 220-1766
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