Explore Our Co-op Programs

Trent currently offers 36 dynamic co-op programs across our faculties at both the undergraduate and graduate level. We are pleased to introduce you to our offerings and share more information about how to partner with these co-op programs.

Co-op Employer Handbook

The Trent University Co-op Employer Handbook is a practical guide for organizations hiring co-op students. It outlines the benefits of participating in the co-op program, employer and student responsibilities, onboarding best practices, work term requirements, available funding opportunities, and support resources. Designed to help employers create meaningful and successful work-integrated learning experiences, the handbook serves as a valuable reference before, during, and after a co-op student's work term.

Co-op Employer Information Sheets

The Co-op Employer Information Sheets provide an overview of the co-op program, the benefits of hiring a Trent co-op student, employer responsibilities, wage subsidies and tax credit information, and hiring timelines. 

Please click on each resource to learn more about our co-op programs:

• Co-ops at Careerspace (27 diverse programs!)
  • Arts Management (Grad)
  • Chemistry / Forensic Chemistry / Instrumental Chemical Analysis (Grad)
  • Computer Science / Software Engineering / Artificial Intelligence
  • Conservation Biology / Sustainability Studies
  • Financial Science
  • Kinesiology
  • Psychology
• School of Business and Department of Economics (4 diverse programs!)

Why Hire Trent Co-op Students:

• Flexible 4, 8, or 12-month work terms
• Students are strong critical thinkers, adaptable communicators, and workplace professionals
• Support during busy periods and with special projects
• Opportunity to build your future talent pipeline
• Federal wage subsidies and provincial tax credits to support your business
• Guidance from the Co-op Team throughout the recruitment and work term process

Undergraduate co-op programs consist of students alternating between full-time academic study terms at Trent and full-time paid work terms at a host employer. Work terms must be fully paid, 4, 8, or 12-month opportunities (depending on the program’s work term schedule) that are full-time at 35 hours/week. 

Graduate co-op programs consist of students completing their academic studies and ending on their 4-month full-time, paid work term. 

All co-op opportunities can be in-person, hybrid, or remote. Co-op is meant to simulate the real-world recruitment process. Employers will have the opportunity to post their positions with us, invite students to interview, and extend an offer to their preferred candidate.

Work Term Schedules

Co-op students follow set work term schedules and different programs have different work term schedules.

Hiring a Co-op Student on Campus

Access a talent pool who are ready to support Trent University on-campus services, support and research. The co-op program provides support to both students and supervisors to meet the needs of your Trent University department. See this resource for more information!

Build Your Talent Pipeline. Access Financial Supports. Mentor the Next Generation. 

Are you ready to get started? Connect with us today!

Humanities & Social Sciences (Undergraduate & Graduate):
Jessica Gordon
Book time with Jessica Gordon
Call: (705) 748-1011 ext. 7244
Email: jessicagordon@trentu.ca 

Sciences (Undergraduate & Graduate): 
Kerith Paul
Book time with Kerith Paul
Call: 705-748-1011 ext. 7677 
Email: kerithpaul@trentu.ca   

School of Business & Economics: 
E-mail: schoolofbusinesscoops@trentu.ca
Employer Inquiries