Co-(o)ping in Canada

Colleges and Universities A-Z University of Toronto
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<p>I am really confused about what to make of Waterloo's co-op program. I cannot afford Waterloo without the proceeds from Co-op earnings; however, as an international student in the financial crisis, I see little hope of finding good jobs. Is there any chance that I will land good jobs? Also: What is Waterloo's criteria for selecting applicants for their (best) Co-op jobs? Can I earn $10,000/yr on average through co-op "toil"?</p>

<p>Thanks a lot for your contributions.</p>

<p>p.s. There is no Waterloo forum so I had no choice but to post here</p>

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<p>Anybody home?</p>

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<p>you can earn 50000-80000 ca dollars totally on average i think~</p>

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<p>TheGame, I don’t know the answer to your question. It might be a better solution to inquire at Waterloo itself, rather than here. There is likely someone there who is involved in coordinating the co-op opportunities who would be able to give you reliable information. Another aspect of the co-op issue that you’ll have to determine is whether or not the fact that you’re an international student will affect your being able to work legally in a co-op program.</p>

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<p>I’ll do that
thanks!</p>

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<p>There are scholarships for international students studying in Canada. Inquire at the financial aid or admissions office.</p>

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<p>already got the max scholarship, but thanks for posting at least!!</p>

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<p>anyone else with something to share??</p>

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<p>[Become</a> a Student | University of Waterloo](<a href=“http://findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/coop/about.php]Become”>How co-op works | Undergraduate Programs | University of Waterloo)</p>

<p>“$38,000 - $77,000 in potential co-op earnings by graduation”</p>

<p>Obviously, this is an average and not a guarantee. But if your major is in a fairly high-paying field (sciences, engineering, finance, etc.) it should be somewhere around there.</p>

<p>You definitely can work as an intl. student, although some extra paperwork is necessary: </p>

<p>[Become</a> a Student | University of Waterloo](<a href=“http://www.findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/admissions/intadmissions.php]Become”>http://www.findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/admissions/intadmissions.php)</p>

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If you end up at Waterloo, let me know how it turns out. I am very interested in this school.</li>
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<p>all right
thanks a lot
and I’ll keep in touch
good luck with your uni choice!</p>