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You should apply to Co-op 2-3 semesters before your intended first work term. This will ideally be when you have between 30 and 80 credits. If you've transferred from another college or university, you should apply as soon as possible.

Communication Co-op provides students the opportunity to work in a variety of areas including, but not limited to: internal/external communications, digital marketing, event planning, technical writing, videography, writer/editor, media relations, marketing communications, research, graphic design, community engagement, project coordination. For a more detailed sampling of what the various jobs involve visit our Sample Jobs page.

Communication Co-op students are needed across all industries including health care, tech, education, and social services, and across all sectors from non-profit to private to government. Some of our regular Co-op employers include: Fraser Health, SAP, CBC Radio, Downtown Surrey Business Improvement Association, Westcoast Family Centres, Transport Canada, SFU, Safe Software, and FleishmanHillard HighRoad.

There are many reasons to join Communication Co-op including:

• Develop strong job search skills related to your resume, cover letters, and interviews;
• Receive 1-1 coaching from Co-op staff during your job search and work terms;
• Gain access to hundreds of jobs and employers looking to hire students;
• Try out different types of work, organizations, industries;
• Earn competitive wages while building your resume;
• Graduate with a year of career-relevant experience;
• Build your professional network with industry employers;
• Feel confident in your ability to secure jobs after graduation;
• Pursue opportunities in other cities in Canada and countries around the world

Take initiative to build your experience and skills in writing, social media, graphic design, event planning and other areas you're interested in as soon as you apply into the program or even before you apply. In order to develop skills and experience that can make you competitive: get involved in 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Úclubs, volunteer or work part-time, write for the Peak or CMNSU, develop your own creative video, design or social media projects, or complete online tutorials on relevant software or web skills to expand your technical skillset.

If you have more than 80 units, you will need to complete a Work/Study Plan to see if you have space to complete your 3 co-op terms, alternating with your academic terms and ensuring your last term before graduation is an academic term. Once you've done so, connect with the Communication Co-op staff to discuss your situation.

After you submit your application, you will receive an email from the Communication Co-op office with instructions regarding your next steps. Within the semester you apply, you must complete both an Orientation course and a Prep course on Canvas, followed by attending a Coaching Session. In the following semester, you will be eligible to apply for Co-op jobs through myExperience.

CMNS 110 and CMNS 130 should be completed or in progress when you apply to Co-op. CMNS 120 should be completed prior to your first work term.

All Canadian co-op work terms are paid at least minimum wage. The current average wage for communication co-op positions ranges from $20 to $22 per hour. However, wages may vary, with some positions offering lower or higher pay depending on the organization and industry. The wage for each job posting is specified. Compensation for international co-op work terms varies based on the norms of the specific country and organization.

If you haven't secured a work term within the first three months of the semester, don't worry. Many students find work terms in the last month of the semester or even in the first month of the following semester. As a backup plan, make sure to register for classes when your enrolment date arrives. If you still haven't found a job, you can return to classes and aim for a work term in the next term. You won't need to redo any pre-co-op curriculum or reapply to the co-op program.

Yes. Students are not limited to apply only to CMNS postings. We encourage students to view and apply to jobs in Arts, Business, SIAT, Health Sciences. Apply to any jobs you find interesting and are well-suited for.