Begin your Co-operative education journey!
Step 1
Create an account with Career Connections and wait for approval
Step 2
Once your account is active, log in to your Career Connections account
Step 3
Find the “Co-op Education Application” tile on the left side of the screen
Step 4
Complete the application by answering all fields and uploading a draft of your current resume and a copy of your unofficial transcripts. (Note: Post-Baccalaureate students applying to Co-op in their first semester must also upload a copy of their transcripts from their previous institution.)
Step 5
Submit your application for review. If your application is approved, you will receive an email. Your application may be returned to you if you must submit more information.
Co-operative Education Application Checklist:
A letter of application (350-400 word) which outlines your:
- Career goals, learning objectives and how a Co-op work term will further your career
- Experience, both volunteer and paid
- Background, relevant to your program area (e.g.: business, geography, geology, computing, etc.)
- Commitment to completing the Co-op program, if accepted
A copy of your current resumé including the names of three references. A copy of your TRU transcript (an unofficial copy from myTRU is acceptable).
- If you transferred credits from another institution, include that transcript.
- Note: First-year Bachelor of Natural Resource Sciences students must also submit a copy of their high school transcript.
Copies of any other supporting documents you consider relevant to your application, such as letters of reference and awards or scholarship letters.
For individualized advice and guidance on navigating employment and immigration, contact a Regulated International Student Immigration Advisor (RISIA) through TRU World.
Co-op Student Handbook
International Students
Co-operative Education work terms are not covered by your study permit. After or while completing the mandatory COOP 1000 one credit course, international students must apply for the Co-op or intern work permit. Permit approval processing can take between 3 – 6 months. The co-op work permit must be approved, and a copy or picture submitted to your Co-op coordinator before the first day of your Co-op work term.
We recommend applying for the Co-op work permit after you have received the authorization letter from CEL. The authorization letter is issued to international students during the mandatory COOP 1000 course.
Apply for the Co-op or Intern Work Permit
