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Co-op is designed to provide you with opportunities to develop skills and gain real-world experience in the career path of your interest. Co-op students gain a competitive advantage over other applicants by completing modules and assignments focused on cover letter and resume writing, as well as mock interviews, within the required Fundamentals of Co-operative Education course.
During your co-op work terms, you'll learn to challenge assumptions, communicate effectively, think critically and work cooperatively.
The students in the Faculty of Science co-op programs have work terms in the spring after second and third years of study.
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Fall (September to December) |
Winter (January to April) |
Spring (May to August) |
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1 |
Study Term |
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Break |
2 |
Study Term |
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Work Term 1 |
3 |
Study Term |
Study Term |
Work Term 2 |
4 |
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Break |
Students in Honours Computer Science (BA or BSc) and Data Science (BSc) have three work terms starting in third year.
Year |
Fall (September to December) |
Winter (January to April) |
Spring (May to August) |
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1 |
Study Term |
Study Term |
Break |
2 |
Study Term |
Study Term |
Study Term |
3 |
Work Term 1 |
Study Term |
Work Term 2 |
4 |
Study Term |
Work Term 3 |
Study Term |
Check out the average weekly salary data for students in Faculty of Science co-op. This data is available for your reference. Employers decide students’ salaries.
“Our co-op program is very strong. Laurier students are talented and have a reputation for being flexible and motivated. It’s a strong track record, and the word gets out."
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