Career and experiential learning

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Career and experiential learning

Take advantage of all the opportunities available to learn by doing and acquire the skills you need to achieve your personal and professional goals. Add tools to your toolbox and get set to change the world!

CO-OP

Co-operative education is the answer when you are working towards your future. Here is how it works. Study terms and paid work terms alternate. You end up with a degree and a year or more of practical work experience.

Discover the CO-OP program

3,700+

placements

undergraduate programs

4,000+

employers

Employers and partners

 Enhance someone's education, while reaping the unique benefits of hiring a well-motivated and qualified university student.

Become a partner

Volunteering

Contribute to stronger communities and positive social change while developing skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, leadership and communication.

Get involved

1,700+

volunteering placements

400

partners

Research opportunities

Get research experiential learning opportunities in academic, government, industry, and non-profit organizations in Canada and abroad.

Career development

Get career-ready with the help of our career counsellors at the Career Corner. Expand your skill set, prepare your job search and get ready to meet employers.

Prepare your career

Entrepreneurship hub

Your entrepreneurial journey starts here! Learn more about entrepreneurial events, workshops and programs offered on campus.

Explore eHub programs

See all workshops and events

Read all blog posts

Ottawa region opportunities

Federal Student Work Experience Program

House of Commons Page Program

Government of Canada

Kanata North

Experiential Learning Photo Contest

Do you have an amazing photo from an experiential learning opportunity? Enter our photo contest for a chance to win $100!

Learn more

Career Corner

University Centre (map)
85 University, 2nd floor
Ottawa ON K1N 6N5
Canada

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