Gain valuable career connections and graduate with a degree and 12 months of paid work experience in just four years. Here’s how:
- Step 1: Choose your program and apply for one of Trent’s competitive co-op streams
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Review all of Trent’s programs that offer competitive co-op streams , choose which stream is best for you, and follow your next steps on how to apply to Trent.
- Step 2: Join Trent’s community of scholars
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Accept your offer and prepare to join Ontario’s #1 undergraduate university.
- Step 3: Register for the COOP 2000H course before your first work term
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Through COOP 2000H course, the professional development pre-requisite course for co-op students in the Humanities and Social Sciences (including Business), you will learn what your responsibilities are as a Trent co-op student and prepare for a successful work term.
- Step 4: Gain experience through three full-time paid work terms while completing your degree
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Complete three paid work terms, equally nearly 12 months of work experience, finish a reflection report after each term along with all other degree requirements and graduate career ready.
Student Resources for a Successful Co-op Experience
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Co-op Program Requirements
Whether you are applying directly from high school or transferring from college or university, learn more about our admission requirements for all students.
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Co-op Resources for Students
Get more information about individual co-op programs as well as resources available to co-op students, including YouTube videos, online career readiness modules and tip sheets.
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Co-op Work Term Experience
Throughout your 4 year degree, you will have the opportunity to work full-time as you take part in three paid work terms. Learn about what is involved in setting up your co-op work term.
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Co-op Fees & Co-op Assistance Program
Learn more about co-op program fees, OSAP and co-op, and the Co-op Assistance Program for co-op students in financial need.
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How to Apply
Ready to apply? The journey starts now, and we’re here to guide you through the process. Apply today for a 2024 start.
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International Students
If you are a Trent international student looking to take part in the co-op stream, you will need to have the appropriate co-op work permit in order to complete your degree requirements.
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Students with Disabilities
Careerspace is committed to supporting the needs of all students in the workplace. Learn more about supports, services and accommodations offered through Student Accessibility Services.