Benefits

The Computer Science Co-op Program is much more than a short-term job placement solution. Cooperative education provides students with the opportunity to:

• develop crucial technical and "soft" employability skills.
• earn money to supplement education costs. The average wage Computer Science Co-op students receive is over $18.50 per hour.
• build a resume / portfolio. Each work term allows students to expand their resume to include new skills developed during real work experience.
• explore career options and define long-term goals.
• gain confidence in their abilities and identify areas that are in need of further development.
• develop and maintain important industry contacts.
• receive a degree parchment that reads

Bachelor of Computer Science Honours
Co-operative Option

or

Bachelor of Science Major
Computer Science
Co-op Option

Responsibilities

Participation in the Co-op Program is a privilege. Students who are accepted into the program are required to:

• ensure that all academic requirements are being met.
• attend all mandatory Co-op meetings and interviews.
• adhere to all Co-op guidelines and deadlines.
• ensure that resumes and cover letters are professional in appearance and effective as marketing tools. (Application Materials)
• arrange for work permits (international students).
• apply for an appropriate number of jobs.
• pay for all work term and course fees.
• follow all employer policies and procedures.
• work to full capacity during work terms.
• represent the Computer Science Co-op Program in a professional and ethical manner.
• submit all required Co-op forms.
• maintain an active UNIX account at all times and check their email regularly.