Business Co-op is a highly regarded, optional program for undergraduate students in SFU Business. If you have any questions about your eligibility please contact a Business Co-op Career Advisor. The general requirements for SFU Business Co-op are:

You must be a full-time student formally admitted to SFU Business to join the Business Co-op Program and in good academic standing.

We encourage you to apply in your second semester at SFU. Keep in mind: you need to complete an application form and Bridging Online I at least two semesters before undertaking your first co-op work term. As well, you will need to plan on completing at least 3 work terms before completing your degree. If you have a high number of credit hours, don't assume that you are not eligible, come and speak to one of the Business Co-op Advisors.

Canada Immigration requires that students who are not Canadian citizens or landed immigrants apply for a Co-op work permit in order to be eligible to work off campus in a full time position. After you have applied and been accepted into the Business Co-op program, you will receive confirmation of registration plus information about how to apply for your co-op work permit.

If you would like to read more about the process of applying for a co-op work permit right now, click here.