Algonquin College in the Ottawa Valley values workplace experiences for our students. We have four programs at our Pembroke Campus that offer students the opportunity to work within their field to gain invaluable experience while also earning a pay cheque. They include the Computer Systems Technician, Business, Motive Power Technician Apprentice, and Outdoor Adventure Naturalist programs.
Here are some key features of our co-op programs:
- To be eligible for co-op, students must maintain a high academic standing in their first term of studies. Co-op is optional with the exception of the Motive Power Technician
Co-op Apprenticeship Diploma which has a mandatory co-op experience for its students.
- Students must apply for a co-op experience and while the college makes every effort to help the student secure a placement, it is not guaranteed. Co-op is a partnership between the student, the college and the employer and all parties must do their part to make it a successful program
- Co-op placements are usually for a minimum of 14 weeks
- Co-op placements in the Computer Systems Technician and Outdoor Adventure Naturalist programs take place during the summer semester. For the CST program, students will be required to complete a minimum of 448 hours of paid co-op work experience. For the Outdoor Adventure Naturalist program, the requirement is 512 hours.
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