When your Co-op position has been confirmed by your Coordinator:
- A placement confirmation e-mail will be sent to you with instructions and guidelines on what to do next. You will also be provided with your supervisors contact information, Co-op Practicum course registration, and UPASS Exemption, etc.
- Prior to the start of your first Co-op work term students MUST complete the Transition to the Workplace workshop (look at our Important Dates page) and/or complete the Bridging Online II module.
- Once you begin your work term, consider that in addition to your on-the-job responsibilities, there are four aspects of a co-op position that will ensure you engage in personal and professional development. These are your learning objectives (see below), site visit, supervisor’s evaluation, and work report.
Shortly after you begin your workterm you will be instructed to complete an online form in Symplicity outlining your Workterm Learning Objectives. By setting learning goals and objectives for your workterm, you can more easily measure your on-the-job progress towards achieving them. This form will assist you with identifying the critical skills you wish to achieve – communication, attitude & behaviour, thinking, learning, working with others, adaptability, and responsibility.
It’s a good idea to meet with your supervisor before completing the form to discuss your objectives and adapt them as required following your meeting. When your Coordinator conducts your Co-op site visit you will discuss the contents of your Learning Objectives and your progress.
