Advice Column: Co-op Students for Students

Co-op Success Story: Doreen Kooy Award Winner Haroon Assaf

Haroon Assaf, a dedicated student in the general management program, embodies a proactive and collaborative approach to his education and career. His journey through the co-op program has allowed him to explore the dynamic world of HR and connect with professionals across the globe.

From Textbooks to the Field: My Co-op Journey at the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

Bethlehem Tessema, a remarkable fifth-year student in the Urban and Regional Studies and Economics dual degree program, has distinguished herself through a pioneering and proactive approach to her career. Her journey through the Co-op program has equipped her with invaluable professional skills.

Finding Confidence and Purpose Through Co-op

Jacqueline Ahenkorah embodies perseverance and the transformative power of experiential learning. Her journey through the co-op program has not only armed her with invaluable professional skills but has also profoundly reshaped her understanding of her own capabilities.

Bachelor of Arts student Taylor Manns, Urban & Regional Studies major

Taylor's journey in work-integrated learning began with an applied study project in spring 2023, sparking her passion for urban planning and decolonization. Despite initial doubts, she thrived in a summer internship, excelling in research on collaboration best practices.