Work Integrated Learning

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You don’t have to wait until graduation to start gaining professional experience at ��ҺAƬ. Our work-integrated learning programs, like co-op and internships, help you apply your classroom learning in real-world environments, build your resume and grow your network.

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Co-op & internships

Whether you're interested in tech, business, the arts or sciences, we offer a range of paid, full-time opportunities across all three campuses. While each program is unique, they all share a few things in common:

Paid, full-time work terms
Direct links to your academic program
Career development and job search support
Opportunities to explore career paths and grow your professional network

You'll graduate with hands-on experience and a head start in your career through any of our work-integrated learning programs.

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Faculty of Arts & Science Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP)

ASIP offers eligible Arts & Science students a chance to combine 12 to 20 months of paid work experience with specialized career development training and networking opportunities.

Complete one or two full-time, paid work terms (12, 16 or 20 months total)
Gain professional skills through career-readiness courses, networking and industry mentorship
Access a dedicated internship team, co-op job board, exclusive events and peer support networks

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Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering Professional Experience Year (PEY) Co-op

PEY Co-op gives Engineering students the opportunity to gain up to 20 months of paid work experience, usually through a 12 to 16-month term after third year and an optional 4-month term after second year.

Access 3,500+ positions with top employers like IBM, Honda, Shell and more
Build career skills through professional development modules and coaching
Earn a competitive salary and get a head start toward your P.Eng. designation

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��ҺAƬ Mississauga UTM Co-op Internship Program (UTMCIP)

UTMCIP offers eligible UTM students a flexible, paid work experience connected to their field of study, typically completed over five years.

Complete a 12- or 16-month full-time work term with work-readiness training
Receive dedicated support before and during your placement
Graduate with a co-op designation on your transcript

��ҺAƬ Scarborough UTSC Co-op

At UTSC, you can enhance your arts or science degree with 12 to 16 months of paid work experience through one of 50+ co-op programs in arts, science and management.

Learn from top employers like Microsoft, EY, the AGO, and government agencies
Access local, national and international placements
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Career Learning Network

All students at ��ҺAƬ can gain paid, hands-on experience—whether or not they’re in a formal co-op or internship program. Through the and your campus career centre, you'll find opportunities to build your skills, grow your network and explore your career interests.