The PEY Co-op experience is built on three pillars

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Lay your foundation

Starting in first and second year, you’ll complete foundational programming designed to orient you to different industries, develop your job search strategy, build and maintain your professional brand, prepare for workplace dynamics, and understand the support resources available to you as you complete the PEY Co-op recruitment cycles and work terms. This programming will set you up for to not only secure exciting work term opportunities that align with your skills, values, and interests, but also make the most of work term experiences.

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Apply your knowledge

Drawing on the career confidence you’ve developed, you’ll apply to and interview for co-op positions that align with your goals. Through our robust network of employers, you’ll have access to 1,900+ jobs around the world and across every sector. There are two recruitment cycles: during second year in preparation for an optional summer co-op work term, and during third year in preparation for a 12-to-16 month work term.

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Showcase your talent

While on the job, you’ll immerse yourself as a full-time employee. Working for 12 to 16 consecutive months after third year will give you ample opportunity to make meaningful professional contributions and build a valuable network. You’ll also have the option to work for an additional summer co-op work term after second year, giving you up to 20 months of paid professional work experience before you graduate.

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