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By: Mary Lynne Bartlett 

Based in one of China’s most active economic regions, the Jiangsu Industrial Technology Research Institute (JITRI) hires University of Waterloo co-op students who contribute to research and industry projects while gaining international experience.  

By: Matt King

Kelsey Mills turned curiosity into action, gaining hands-on legal experience while advancing access to justice through Waterloo’s Co-op for Social Good program.

By Micaela Kelly  

Generation Z (Gen Z, born 1997-2012) is often framed as complex, but the reality is simpler: when they’re supported properly, Gen Z co-op students deliver impact fast.

By: Matt King

At this Waterloo Region drone manufacturer, co-op students don’t just shadow engineers — they contribute to bringing aircraft systems to new heights.

By: Mary Lynne Bartlett (she/her)

The structural engineering company continues to work closely with a former co-op student's AI-based startup. 

By: Mary Lynne Bartlett (she/her)

At the 2025 Employer Impact Conference, four standout University of Waterloo co-op students shared how they turned ideas into action during their work terms—and how employers can unlock the full potential of student talent. 

By: Matthew King (he/him)

CEE’s Giving Day Champion Murray Gamble believes sustained support for co-op is the key to Canada’s talent future—and now is the time to give back. 

By: Matthew King (he/him) 

Panel discussion highlights key employer takeaways on the future of work and AI  

By: Christie Zeb (she/her)

As part of its strategy to strengthen its team and drive innovation, Omnium hires co-op students to shape key brand decisions while offering a clear path to full-time positions.

By: Christie Zeb (she/her)

Waterloo co-op students play key roles in developing AI solutions from minimum viable products to serving 100,000+ global users.