Co-op Program Information Sheets
The Co-op Program Information Sheets provide an overview of the co-op program, admission and progression requirements, the work term schedule, and information about work terms.
Please click on each program's respective information sheet to learn more.
Undergraduate Co-op Programs
Graduate Co-op Programs
Navigating the Co-op Module on the Student Experience Portal
The Co-op Student Guide to the Co-op Module on the Student Experience Portal provides support to co-op students in navigating the various areas of the co-op module including:
- Co-op Dashboard
- Co-op Job Board
- Co-op Resources
- Applications
- Documents
- Interviews
- Evaluations
- Terms & Records
- Appointment Bookings
You can view the text guide to learn about navigating the Co-op module on the Student Experience Portal, or you can watch this video:
Co-op and Student Accessibility Services
Careerspace is committed to supporting student needs in the workplace. Students with disabilities are strongly encouraged to register with Student Accessibility Services (SAS). SAS can work with you, along with your Co-op Coordinator, to discuss the accommodations that you may need during your work terms.
For more information, please contact:
Student Accessibility Services (SAS)
Peterborough: sas@trentu.ca or 705-748-1281
Durham: durhamsas@trentu.ca or 905-435-5100
Helpful Resources:
Careerspace - Disability Disclosure & Accommodations Handbook
Equity and Human Rights Office
Disclosure of Disability in the Workplace (aoda.ca)
Disclosing Disability in the Workplace After the COVID-19 Pandemic (aoda.ca)
The Right to Accommodation (aoda.ca)
Co-op and International Students
International co-op students are required to complete work terms as part of their co-op program and must apply for a co-op work permit (COWP). You can apply for your COWP when you apply for your study permit. If you were not issued a COWP at the Canadian Port-of-Entry, you can apply for a COWP from within Canada and are advised to apply at least 6 months prior to the start of your first work term. There is no cost to apply for the co-op work permit.
As an international student enrolled in a co-op program, you are eligible to apply for a co-op work permit. The IRCC co-op work permit eligibility criteria is as follows:
- The intended employment is integral to your academic program.
- You have a letter from your department indicating that the intended employment is integral to your academic program.
- You have a valid Study Permit.
- The co-op or internship employment constitutes less than 50% of your program.
- You are not a medical intern or extern, nor a resident physician (except in veterinary medicine)
For more support with your co-op work permit and information about services and supports available to you as an international student, please contact:
Trent International (TI) Office
internationaladvising@trentu.ca
trentu.ca/international
Consent at Trent: Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Services at Trent University
Creating a culture of consent through workshops, support and resources such as Know Your Rights. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, please know there is a community of care available to you.
Supports and Services include:
- One-on-one support
- Accommodation assistance
- Advocacy
- Outreach
- Referrals and service navigation
- Safety planning and more
Services are available to students of all genders and diverse lived experience. Supports can be accessed via zoom, phone, email or in person meetings at the Durham and Peterborough campuses. All our services are free, confidential and integrate a survivor centred and trauma-informed approach. Our supports are available year-round and do not require a formal report.
Contact the Consent at Trent team to learn more or to connect for support. You're not alone. We're in this together.
Kristen Haines: Manager, Sexual Violence Prevention & Response
email: consent@trentu.ca
phone: 705-748-1011 ext. 7792
Website: www.trentu.ca/sexualviolence
Instagram: @consentattrent
Facebook: @consentattrent
Youtube: Consent At Trent
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Career & Workforce Readiness
Developed by Careerspace at Trent University, the Career and Workforce Readiness resource is an openly accessible, six-module course that seeks to provide learners with the opportunity to practice, reflect, and develop the strategies they'll need to get started, refine their process, or put the finishing touches on current efforts.
Modules are self-paced, and include the following topics:
- Skills Identification and Articulation
- Resume and Cover Letter Writing
- Networking and LinkedIn
- Job Search Strategies and the Labour Market
- Interview Skills
- Workplace Communication and Professionalism
Access the resource here.
Boost your confidence in acing professional interviews with Big Interview through interview playbooks, video lessons, sample interview questions and answers, and a mock interview tool. Work at your own pace to practice your interview skills and land your next co-op job!
Supports and Services include:
- Interview Curriculum - complete different interview lessons and learn how to land that coveted job
- Question Library - browse diverse interview questions and learn tips on what makes a powerful answer
- Mock Interviews - practice your interview skills through question practice sets by industry, competency, or career level
- Interview Roulette - try your hand at randomized interview questions to help you succeed
- Answer Builder - practice crafting answers to behavioural-based interview questions using the STAR method
- Resume Curriculum & Building Supports - gain great resume tips and support on crafting different sections of your resume
Access Big Interview through myTrent > Support > Careerspace.
Quick Tip YouTube Videos
In 5 minutes or less, learn top tips to help you with your job search, career readiness, and graduate school applications.
Featuring:
- Job Search Strategies
- Resume Writing
- Networking
- Getting Experience
- Job Interview Preparation
- Applying to Graduate Studies
- Preparing for a Career Fair
Access Careerspace's YouTube videos here.
Tip Sheets & Resume Examples
Tip Sheets are quick informative guides to help you in your career development and job search.
Here, you'll find:
- Resume and cover letter examples
- Guides to job searching
- Information about further education
- Guides to professional careers
On this page, you will also find:
Resources for Equity-Deserving Groups
- Resources for: Indigenous Students, BIPOC Students, 2SLGBTQ+ Students, International Students, Students with Disabilities, and First Generation Students