Co-op and Career

What is co-op?

Co-operative education (co-op) is a learning strategy that lets you:

• Alternate your academic studies with paid, relevant work experience in your field of study
• Enrich your academic studies by drawing on practical, real-world experience from your work terms
• Develop competencies to excel in the workplace

Visit the sociology co-op website for details on admission requirements and how to apply.

Questions? Contact Barb Fisher, Sociology Co-op Coordinator bfisher@uvic.ca 250-721-8969. Dr. Andre Smith is the sociology department’s co-op faculty liaison, apsmith@uvic.ca, 250-721-7583, Cornett A309.

Or Ask a Co-op Student for a student’s perspective on sociology co-op - email Naomi at socicoop@uvic.ca.

Career-related support

UVic Co-op and Career can support you through every stage of your career development through:

• One-on-one career guidance
• Career development programs and workshops.
• on-campus networking opportunities with employers
• online work search resources
• competency development and assessment



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