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Co-operative Education provides students with a well-rounded education that is founded both in academic theory and real world application. By combining semesters of study with semesters of full-time, paid employment in career-related positions, students are able to:
- Apply classroom theories to the workplace
- Gain hands-on experience related to their academic program
- Network with employers and professionals in their field
- Explore different career options and clarify career goals
- Learn how to compete confidently in the job market
- Earn a salary to help offset the cost of tuition (all work placements are paid, full-time positions)
Co-op at the University of Windsor is a partnership between students, employers and the university. The Centre for Career Education will work with students to develop their job search skills, find appropriate placements and define career goals. Employers will provide students with challenging work experiences that develop their transferable job skills. Faculty members will evaluate student work and help integrate experience from the workplace into the classroom. Our programs provide a diverse range of opportunities yet are structured to offer students individual attention. We are proud to offer placement opportunities far beyond Windsor and Essex County. Students who are interested may seek a placement anywhere in Ontario, Canada and many other countries around the globe. In the last year, we have had students working in such diverse settings as Switzerland and Germany.
| "Coming into the University of Windsor Business Administration program I knew that I wanted to be in business, but my specific ambitions weren't as crystal clear. During my program I was able to work alongside knowledgeable and experienced professors and enrolling in the co-op program gave me the opportunity to gain hands on, real-world skills in reputable business environments. As a result of the coaching and assistance provided by the University of Windsor and the co-op program, I have been able to determine what area of business I am passionate about, which has allowed me to develop clear and focused career goals. With the support I have received from the University of Windsor in developing my skill set and passion, as well as my experiences from my co-op work terms, I have grown from a business student to a business professional!" Amber Neville, Business Administration |
Upon completion of a co-op program, students will be able to:
- Apply confidently for employment with an appropriate resume, cover letter and interview preparation
- Articulate links between classroom theory and workplace practice
- Achieve greater clarity regarding their academic and career goals , as well as personal strengths, weaknesses and preferences
- Demonstrate critical workplace professional skills such as:
- Acquisition, application and integration of knowledge
- Research skills, including the ability to define problems and access, retrieve and evaluate information (information literacy)
- Critical thinking and problem solving skills
- Responsible behaviour to self, others and society
- Interpersonal and communications skills
- Teamwork, and personal and group leadership skills
- Creativity and aesthetic appreciation
- The ability and desire for continuous learning
- Articulate a greater understanding of workplace culture
- Build, maintain and use networks of contacts in their chosen career field
- Make an effective contribution in the workplace
- Articulate an understanding of employee health & safety information for young workers entering the workforce