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For questions about our BA, EM and ET co-op programs, email careercentre@norquest.ca |
Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) such as a co-op work term is a wonderful way to gain skills, experience and connections to help launch your career!
Co-op gives students practical real-world work experience to build their employability skills, receive mentorship and help them make decisions about their career path. Co-op jobs are typically full-time paid positions during the spring term (May to August).
Participating students receive support to prepare, apply and compete for job opportunities. NorQuest partners with Edmonton employers to offer relevant opportunities for our co-op students to build their skills, confidence and connections and open up further networking and job prospects!
Students in the following programs will have the option to participate in a 4-month Co-op Experience after their first or second year of studies:
To learn more about our Co-op Experience course and demonstrate your interest, attend one of our Information Sessions in September 2024, and then complete an Expression of Interest Form by October 1, 2024!
"I'm grateful for the opportunity to apply my Business Administration studies practically through a Work-Integrated Learning experience at Goodwill Industries of Alberta. This co-op allows me to be creative, think critically, explore various facets of HR, and connect with inspiring professionals in an inclusive workplace, while also making a meaningful difference in people's lives."
-- Rosvina Alviola, 2024 Business Administration Co-op Student
"During my co-op work term with Kambo Energy, I had the privilege of working with an amazing team to support their Empower Me program across Alberta. I engaged with diverse communities at events and festivals, and saw a positive response to my presentations and workshops, making a tangible impact on energy usage and safety. Work-integrated learning gave me the opportunity to refine my skills in critical thinking and leadership through planning and executing workshops tailored to community needs and mentoring new employees. I was even given the opportunity to take charge of an event at NorQuest College! This experience reinforced my interest in sustainable energy and community outreach. These insights will guide my approach to future roles in the energy sector."
-- Tarandeep Singh, 2024 Energy Management Co-op Student
“I am forever grateful for my experience working as a co-op student at Boyle Street Community Services. It has been an amazing experience for me. The people I worked alongside, the accounting and software knowledge I gained, and even the Indigenous teachings I was blessed with, have made these past four months life changing. The knowledge gained during my experience has forever changed my perspective. I could not have done any of this without all the support and new opportunities given to me by NorQuest.”
-- Janelle Jackson, 2024 Business Administration Co-op Student
September 2024: Attend an in-person Co-op Information Session to learn about the Co-op Program and decide if it’s the right path for you! (Registration is required.) Then complete the Co-op Expression of Interest form for the Spring 2025 Co-op Program.
October 1, 2024: * Deadline to complete the Co-op Expression of Interest Form (application) for Spring 2025 Co-op Program.*
October 2024 to April 2025. Students will be notified of acceptance into the Spring 2025 Co-op program by October 15. If you are accepted into the Co-op program, you will be enrolled in our (free) Prep for Co-op Moodle course and will be required to attend monthly Prep for Co-op Workshops which are designed to help you to be successful in competing for a paid co-op job opportunity for May to August 2025.
October 2024: International Students should meet with an advisor in the International Office to complete an application for a Co-op Work Permit as these can take up to 6 months to receive.
Academic requirements to participate in Co-op:
Students in the Business Administration program must register in advance to indicate which session they will attend.
REGISTER HERE: https://forms.office.com/r/MgTcL7n6DM
* Students are highly encouraged to attend an in-person session if possible. This online session is only recommended for students who are unable attend any other session. (Look for an email with a Teams meeting link to be sent out before the info session.)
Students in the Energy Management program do not need to register to attend an information session, as we will be coming to visit one of your classes!
Students in the Environmental Technician program do not need to attend an information session, as we will be coming to visit one of your classes!
IMPORTANT! Please complete this form to express your interest in the co-op program AFTER you have attended a co-op information session for your program. Applications will be accepted until October 1, 2024. Students will be notified by October 15 of their acceptance in the co-op program.
Business Administration Co-op: https://forms.office.com/r/Z4hvwFSpXy
Energy Management Co-op: https://forms.office.com/r/gzJ3Rg1K3p
Environmental Technician Co-op: https://forms.office.com/r/gzJ3Rg1K3p
We also have wonderful supports available through our Career Centre to help you find work and launch your career. Our Career Coaches are available to assist you with job search, resume and cover letter reviews, interview preparation, LinkedIn review, and more. You can access their services for free while you're a student and even up to 6 months after you graduate. Click here for our Career Supports page.
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