Co-op Ready 2026 schedule

Co-op Ready, September 11, 2026, 9:30am-3:30pm, St George Banquet Hall
Time Topic Speaker
9:30 am –10:30 am Registration  
10:30 am – 10:45 am Introduction Mohsin Bashir​
10:45 am – 11:30 am WaterlooWorks 101: Getting Started  Stephanie Bailey and Jeck Baconga
11:30 am – 12:00 pm

Job Search Strategy

Stephanie Bailey and Jeck Baconga
12:00 pm – 12:15 pm Break  
12:15 pm – 1:00 pm

Ace the Interview: Stand Out with Confidence

Victoria Salim
1:00 pm – 1:30 pm Lunch  
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Networking Fair and a chance to meet employers 

Resume Critiques by upper year students
  1. RLB LLP
  2. Ford Keast LLP
  3. H&R Block
  4. BDO
  5. Doane Grant Thornton
  6. Williams & Partners LLP
  7. S&C Partner
  8. Kraft Berger
  9. Sapling Financial Consultants
  10. MNP
  11. Starlight Investments
  12. Equitable
  13. Fuller Landau
  14. Baker Tilly 

We are continuing to build the conference schedule. Watch for any new updates.

If you are an AFM/ SMF student, please note that your class schedule will be adjusted to accommodate this conference. You will not be missing any classes. For the Math/CPA, ScFM, and CFM students who do not have class conflicts, you are welcome to attend.

WaterlooWorks 101: Getting Started and Job Search Strategies

Preparing for your first co-op term? This session will give you a clear overview of what to expect and how to approach your co-op job search with confidence. A Co-op Advisor and Career Advisor will walk you through the co-op process, effective job search strategies, and where to find support along the way. The session will wrap up with a Q&A, giving you an opportunity to ask questions and get practical advice as you prepare for your co-op journey!

Ace the Interview: Stand Out with Confidence

Victoria Salim currently leads Talent Acquisition at Definity, where she is passionate about attracting, developing, and retaining amazing talent. She is also a sought-after Leadership and Career Coach, facilitator, and educator. Victoria holds an MBA specializing in Organizational Behaviour from Wilfrid Laurier University, as well as a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Waterloo.

Victoria is passionate about helping professionals build confidence, gain career clarity, and navigate meaningful career transitions. Outside of work, she enjoys strength training, biking, skiing, spending time outdoors, baking, reading, and, most importantly, spending time with her family

Resume critique

Get your resume critiqued by a trained and experienced upper year student. Take advantage of this opportunity to receive valuable feedback and improve your resume. Benefit from their insights on formatting, content, and tailoring it to your desired job. This personalized resume review will help you stand out to potential employers and increase your chances of landing the job you want. Bring along a copy of your resume if you want to participate in this session.