Most co-op employers post positions, screen applications, conduct interviews and extend offers during peak recruitment periods.
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Peak Recruitment Periods for Co-op
The dates below represent the peak period when most employers post co-op positions, screen applications, conduct interviews and extend offers. However, recruitment activities happen throughout the term and some employers may post positions two terms prior to the position start date.
Summer (May) Start Date
Suggested Co-op Program Enrollment: Winter (January)
Co-op Jobs Posted: Mid-January–February
Screen Applications & Start Interviews: February
Interviews & Offers Extended: February–March
Fall (September) Start Date
Suggested Co-op Program Enrollment: Summer (May)
Co-op Jobs Posted: Mid-May–June
Screen Applications & Start Interviews: June
Interviews & Offers Extended: June–July
Winter (January) Start Date
Suggested Co-op Program Enrollment: Fall (September)
Co-op Jobs Posted: Mid-September–October
Screen Applications & Start Interviews: October
Interviews & Offers Extended: October–November