Georgian College offers free job posting service to employers. Please complete our online job posting form and we will post upon 24 hours of receipt.
What happens if I have a concern about student’s performance on the job?At the first sign of any unusual situation (behaviour problems, medical emergencies), you should contact your Co-op Consultant, who will work with you to resolve the problem. If you’re considering firing a Co-op student, we ask that you discuss your concerns with your Co-op Consultant.
Are there any tax incentives in hiring a co-op student?Employers who meet eligibility requirements are entitled to receive an Ontario Tax Credit. The Co-operative Education Tax Credit (CETC) reimburses businesses 10% of eligible expenditures up to a maximum tax credit of $1,000 for each qualifying co-operative education placement of an Ontario student. The student must be enrolled in a recognized post-secondary co-operative education program.
How do I post a co-op/internship opportunity with Georgian?Forward a detailed job posting to Georgian College’s Co-operative Education and Career Service Centre by email at coopsupport@georgianc.on.ca or by fax to (705) 722-1540. Be sure to include the following:
Which program you are interested in hiring from
Your contact information (Name, title, company name, address, phone, extension, fax and email address. Please note that your phone, fax and email are not posted, so students don’t see this.)
Start date and end date
Position title, duties and responsibilities
Qualifications you are seeking
Wage or salary – always a good incentive to attract candidates
Method of application (resume, cover letter, transcript?)
Closing date for the posting
Note that Georgian College does not charge for its recruitment services.
How long are co-op/internships work terms and when do they begin?Students are available for co-op work terms or seasonal employment at various times of the year. Most work terms start in May, September or January and are usually four months long.
Are co-op/internship students covered under WSIB?In most cases employers are responsible for WSIB insurance coverage. There are exceptions, and students are advised to speak to their consultant and review the WSIB website (www.wsib.on.ca)
Where the employer is not legally required to provide coverage it is strongly recommended that students arrange alternate insurance prior to starting the work term.
Yes, under most circumstances. Employers are encouraged to pay competitive wages upon hiring a co-op/internship student.
As an employer, what are my responsibilities?In accordance with the Code of Ethics, it is the employers’ responsibility to:
respect the institution’s schedules regarding job postings, interview arrangements, job offers, etc.
provide the institution with accurate job posting information including salary and relocation
provide reasonable notice of candidates to be interviewed and of interview cancellations
be informed and adhere to the work term policies and procedures of each institution
not discuss job offers with candidates before, during or following an interview
not provide candidates with information on other companies
not seek a candidate’s assessment of another candidate
provide offers (where applicable) in accordance with institutions’ published schedules
not submit/make multiple job offers unless prepared to accept multiple acceptances
honour all job/student offers (where applicable) and not renege accepted offers nor rescind offers of employment
confirm all job offers in writing
not transform a Co-op assignment into a full-time position encouraging a student leave their program of study
not expect institutions to recruit students on their behalf
comply with all Provincial and Federal Freedom of Information, Human Rights, and Employment Legislation.
The benefits to hiring a co-op student from Georgian are too numerous to count. But here are a few.
Co-op is a cost-effective solution for your short term hiring needs.
Co-op is also a great way to evaluate a potential future employee.
Co-op can relieve seasonal fluctuations and complete special projects so regular employees can concentrate on their other high priority job requirements.
Co-op students offer a fresh perspective to your organization. By hiring a student every four months, you have the opportunity for a continuous flow of new and innovative ideas.
Georgian College is a member of the Canadian Association of Co-operative Education (CAFCE), Education at Work Ontario (EWO) and the Canadian Association for Internship Programs(CAFIP) and abides by their Definition and Code of Ethics.
Co-operative Education is defined as a program that formally integrates a student’s academic studies with work experience in Co-operative employer organizations. The usual Co-op model followed is for students to alternate periods of work experience and academic study in appropriate fields of business, industry, government, social services and the professions according to the following criteria:
Each work situation is developed and/or approved by the Co-operative educational institution as a suitable learning situation
The student is engaged in productive work rather than merely observing
The student receives remuneration for the work performed
The institution monitors the student’s progress on the job
The student’s performance on the job is supervised and evaluated by the student’s employer
The total work experience is normally fifty percent of the time spent in academic study and in no circumstances less than thirty percent.
Internship is an extended period of paid work experience that is an integral part of a program of post-secondary study. Students are employed in settings which provide work experience directly related to their academic programs and career objectives.
What is the difference between Banner and Experience e-Recruiting?All students must register for their courses on our student information system Banner. Functions include: Web registration process, online timetables, online transcripts and much more. An online payment feature is now available. All Co-op students need to register for their Co-op Hour (CPHR0001) and each work term on Banner – dates are in the Co-op Activity Calendar. Experience e-Recruiting is a web based system through the College Co-op website. All Co-op positions are posted on this site. Students register on Experience e-Recruiting by completing a personal profile, as well as uploading their resume and covering letter. Students need to register for each Co-op in order to have access to the Co-op positions. Students will receive training on this system during their Co-op Hour.
What is the Co-op hour?All students who are registered in a Co-op program should attend the Co-op hour which is scheduled in the fall or winter semester depending on the program. You must register for these sessions on Banner. Your program specific Co-op Consultant, through these classes, will provide you with the tools required to be successful on your Co-op work terms. You will become familiar with the procedures involved, documentation, types of positions and the processes to obtain your Co-op credit. Remember that you need to meet the Co-op requirements of your program in order to graduate.
What is Co-op Central?Co-op Central is the main office for all Co-operative Education activities at Georgian College. It is located in Founders’ Building, Room B110 and provides extra assistance for Co-op students with training on Experience e-Recruiting as well as job search skills, ie: resumes, covering letters. The Co-op Manager is located in this office to answer any questions or concerns you may have.
I would like a Co-op in another Country. How do I go about finding one?The International Co-op Consultant (located in Founders’ Building, Room B110) works in partnership with your Co-op Consultant.
I am an International Co-op student. What Services are available to me?The International Co-op Consultant (located in Founders’ Building, Room B110) works in partnership with your program specific Co-op Consultant. The International Co-op Consultant also offers workshops on adapting to the Canadian workforce.
How many jobs should I apply for?Do not limit yourself. You are in competition for these positions not only with other students from your program, but other Colleges as well. You should explore as many avenues as possible.
How do I get in touch with my program specific Co-op Consultant?Co-op Consultants are located in their program areas. It is important for you to maintain contact with them. Their schedule is located on their office door with times blocked out for student appointments. You may also contact them through e-mail and phone (see Appendix B of Student Co-op Manual). They also hold Co-op classes in the first year. Office hours are usually from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. If by chance they are not available and you need immediate assistance, please contact Co-op Central at (705) 728-1968 Ext. 1340 or drop in to Founders’ Building, Room B110.
Do I need to do Co-op if I have previous experience in the field?Students who have worked in their field of study may apply for a PLAR (Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition). Your program specific Consultant will provide you with the necessary forms. You must demonstrate that the work is equivalent to the quality and depth to Georgian’s Co-op work experience and reflect its learning outcomes. Completion of one Co-op work term is required. (Academic Policy 3.3.4)
Am I guaranteed a Co-op job?Georgian College cannot guarantee that you will have a Co-op position for each work term. Your program specific Co-op consultant will make every reasonable effort to assist you in obtaining Co-op employment. Working closely with your program specific Co-op Consultant, the Co-op Department and meeting the Co-op requirements will benefit you in the job search process. You will expand your job opportunities by not limiting yourself to a specific geographical area and type of position.
Am I allowed to find my own Co-op position?Co-op students are encouraged to do their own job search. You must meet with your program specific Co-op Consultant prior to accepting a job to make sure it meets the requirements for the Co-op credit.
