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Student Benefits

It doesn't take long to realize the value of Co-op Education!

  • Gain valuable career-related experience before you graduate
  • Learn about career-planning, explore your options, and figure out what you like
  • Learn new skills and enhance your understanding
  • Apply your classroom learning to a variety of work settings
  • Increase your competitiveness in the marketplace
  • Earn a salary to help pay for your education
  • Build an impressive resumé
  • Network with other professionals in your field
  • Develop professional, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Participate in pre-employment training and learn job-search skills
  • Gain experience in the job application process and assess potential employers

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Last reviewed 8/25/2010 1:53:41 PM

 J. Baker

I have learned so much on my work term and I can not wait for the next one!! Co-op is exactly what I was looking for!!

Jessica B. - BioChemistry

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