A meaningful Co-op placement is one that complements the student's education and broadens their skills. The primary objective is to provide the student with a planned, supervised work experience that will enhance their academic learning.
The employer’s role and expectations of a Co-op student should not differ from that of any other work arrangement. We ask that you provide a safe, relevant and challenging work environment. In order to assist in the success of the experience we also ask that a supervisor assist the student with a work-term learning plan (learning objectives) at the beginning of the work term, participate in an on-site visit and complete a performance evaluation at the end, all of which require only a modest time investment.
What is the Job Criteria?
- Full-time employment (minimum 35 hours per week)
- Competitive wage (no wage mandated)
- Minimum 12 weeks (corresponding roughly with the semesters: May–Aug, Sept–Dec and Jan–Apr)
- Work terms are usually 4, 8 or 12 months in duration
- Work term extensions are possible in four-month increments
- The work term must be relevant to the student's academic studies
Role as a Workplace Supervisor
- Discuss the job description with the student. Be clear as to who will be the supervisor.
- Provide your student with ongoing feedback
- Meet with the Co-op Coordinator and student during a virtual or on-site monitor visit
- Complete a final performance evaluation at the end of the work placement. This form will be sent to you via your email near the end of the term
- Option: Participate in a student presentation at the end of students contract
Get in Touch
If you have any questions concerning the procedures or requirements of the Co-op Program, please feel free to contact an Applied Studies Instructor at coop@uleth.ca or 403-329-2000.