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Co-op provides Communication students with the opportunity to enhance skills, gain paid, relevant experience and discover new passions, all while completing their degree. Translating classroom knowledge into workplace action and graduating with a year’s worth of industry experience arms Communication Co-op students with the tools to succeed.
Explore career options in communications, digital marketing, event planning, social media, community engagement, public relations and more. Compete for real jobs and work full-time for 4 or 8 months at a time. From tech startups to non-profit organizations to government, employers come to SFU Co-op specifically to hire Communication students.
Wondering if Co-op is for you?
Meet Kat Perez, an SFU School of Communication graduate who completed three Co-op work terms! Kat shares her perspective on how Co-op is different from classes and how it has given her an edge in her career.
Have questions before applying? Check out our new FAQ page!
Students
If you’re ready to apply, click the button below to complete your online co-op application. The Prospective Students section has important eligibility and program information to know before you apply.
Employers
Looking to hire a Communication student? Click the button below to learn more information.
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Application Deadline |
February 28th, 2023 | June 30th, 2023 | October 31st, 2023 |
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