Communication Co-op
The Co-op program offers communication students the opportunity to improve their skills, gain relevant paid experience, and discover new interests while completing their degree. By applying what they learn in the classroom to real work situations and graduating with a year of industry experience, Communication Co-op students are equipped with the tools they need to succeed.
Explore various career paths in communications, digital marketing, event planning, social media, community engagement, public relations and more. Compete for jobs and work full-time for 4 or 8 months at tech startups, non-profit organizations, and government agencies. Employers specifically come to ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV Co-op to hire Communication students.
For further information, please visit the FAQ page and review the . When you’re ready to apply to the Communication Co-op, click here.
Application Deadlines
Undergraduate Students
| Apply by | Work in |
|---|---|
| February 1st | Fall |
| June 1st | Spring |
| October 1st | Summer |
Graduate Students
| Apply by | Work in |
|---|---|
| February 1st | Fall |
| June 1st | Spring |
| September 21st | Summer |
Meet Kat Perez, an ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV School of Communication graduate who completed three Co-op work terms! Kat shares her perspective on how Co-op is different from classes and how it has given her an edge in her career.
Starting or Continuing Your Co-op Journey?
A Letter to Current and Future Co-op Students by Tiffany Wong
Why Co-op is the Most Important Thing You Can Do as an International Student
An article by Farhan Shahriar
Have questions before applying? Check out our FAQ page!
Students
Ready to apply? Click the button below to complete your online co-op application. The Prospective Students section has important eligibility and program information to know before you apply.
Employers
Looking to hire a Communication student? Click the button below to learn more information.
Co-op Student Stage
What Co-op stage are you at? Select the one that applies to you:
Prospective Students
New Students
Seeking Students
