Student Entrepreneurship Co-op Application

eCo-op applications for the Winter 2027 work term are now open.

The entrepreneurship co-op program at Algonquin College provides students with the opportunity to dedicate their co-op work term to developing and perhaps even launching their business idea, with the support and expertise of the Entrepreneurship Centre.

If you are interested in applying, check the eligibility criteria first and attend one of the mandatory eCo-op information sessions.

As part of your application, please complete the Ideation Canvas.

The equal opportunity date for Winter 2027 is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Student Name:*
First Last
Algonquin College Student Number:*
Algonquin College Email Address:*
Telephone:
Are you an Indigenous student who identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit?
(funding options may apply to self-identified Indigenous students)
- Yes
- No
Academic Program:*
During which term do you plan on completing your eCo-op?*
During which academic year do you plan on completing your eCo-op? (ie. 2025, 2026, etc.)*
About your business
What is your company name?
What is your business or idea?*
Please provide any links, videos, models, designs, prototypes, or demos if available
What problem(s) are you trying to solve?*
How long have you been working on this idea?*
Do you own or co-own the business?*
How many people are involved in the business?*
Who are your primary customers?*
What are your 3 key business objectives during your eCo-op work-term?*
Objective #1
Objective #2*
Objective #3*
Why do you want to be an entrepreneur?*
Do you have a business mentor to help you with this project?*
- Yes
- No
Please complete the Mentor/Mentee Agreement Mentorship Agreement and attached it to the Mentorship Agreement form here Submit eCo-op Mentorship Agreement
Would you like us to connect with a mentor?*
What support do you need to help you with your business?*
Please upload your Ideation Canvas:*
This can be one you have drafted earlier, or a one-page Ideation Canvas outline to start. The maximum file size is 12MB.
Max. file size: 12 MB.
Co-op Agreement: By submitting this completed form, I confirm that I have reviewed, understand, and agree to the Terms and Conditions in the Co-op Agreement. Co-op fees apply to eCo-op work terms. All business-related expenses are the responsibility of the student. If you do not have a mentor, the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centre will make every attempt to provide one for you. If a mentor cannot be found for you, you will be required to find your own. A mentor is required. Offers for E-Co-op employment will be extended in alignment with the Co-op Important Dates

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Student Entrepreneurship Co-op Application

eCo-op applications for the Winter 2027 work term are now open.

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Student Entrepreneurship Co-op Application

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