The Co-op Assistance Program (CAP) is a dedicated financial resource for co-op students. The purpose of the CAP is to support students with the costs associated with participating in co-op, including the mandatory co-op fees and work-term related expenses such as but not limited to transportation, professional clothing, and housing.
The CAP application form opens and closes every term (Fall, Winter, Summer).
The Co-op Assistance Program (CAP) funding amount is $500 awarded per successful student applicant.
CO-OP ASSISTANCE PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
"Receiving the award enabled me to explore additional opportunities in my co-op experience and allowed me to focus more fully on my work term, which significantly enhanced my learning and experiences!"
Abigail Flynn, Conservation Biology Co-op
Aquatic Monitoring and Research Technician
Ministry of Natural Resources
Abigail Flynn, Conservation Biology Co-op
Student Eligibility
Co-op students can apply for the CAP in the term before their work term. For example, a student scheduled for a work term in Summer 2026 can apply for the CAP in Winter 2026.
Undergraduate and graduate level co-op students are eligible to apply for the CAP.
Domestic students:
Domestic students must be in receipt of OSAP, Canada part-time student loans, First Nations Band funding, or the government financial aid program of their home province. Domestic students must also answer a question about their experience in the co-op program and their career goals.
International students:
International students applying to the CAP must answer a question explaining how receiving the CAP would support their participation in the upcoming work term. Students must also answer a question about their experience in the co-op program and their career goals.
Application Process
The Co-op Assistance Program (CAP) application form can be accessed on the myTrent portal > Finances > Careerspace.
Co-op students at all levels will be informed by e-mail about the opening and closing dates for the application form every term. Students must complete the application form and submit it by the deadline to be considered for the CAP.
Successful applicants will be notified by e-mail that they are a recipient of the CAP. The $500 award will be applied to their student account against fees owing to the University.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the Co-op Assistance Program, please reach out to coop@trentu.ca.