B.Sc.(Env.) Co-op

The B.Sc. (Env.) Co-op Experience

In Semester 2 (Winter semester of your first year in the B.Sc.(Env.) program), you are required to take COOP*1100. This is a pass/fail credit course that Co-op students must complete before they begin their first Co-op Work Term. This course is designed to prepare you for success in all aspects of the Co-op program including your job search skills, work performance and networking abilities.

In order to participate beyond first year in the Co-op program, you must meet the criteria for advancement as outlined in the Co-op Program Policy Agreement. Specifically, you must be enrolled full-time, pass COOP*1100, and complete at least one work term in winter, summer and fall.

For each Co-op Work Term in your schedule of studies you need to receive a passing Work Performance Evaluation and a grade of satisfactory or higher on your co-op work report. Only with all requirements successfully completed will your transcript reflect completion of the Co-op Program.

Information about policies, fees and work term requirements can be found on the Co-op Governance website. 

Co-op Office Expectations

In the semester prior to a scheduled Work Term, you will be in a “Job Search” semester. You are required to engage in an active job search process. Details of which are outlined on the Experience Guelph website. You will work closely with your Co-op Coordinator during this process. 

During your Work Term, your focus is on your work responsibilities. If you have questions about your work experience or situation, contact your Co-op Coordinator as soon as possible. In addition to your work place responsibilities, you have a number of other tasks to complete during your Co-op Work Semester. Please note, the Work Performance Evaluation tied to your Experience Guelph Account will be emailed to your supervisor the last month of your term. If your supervisor requests a soft copy or is unable to open the link below - please contact your Co-op Coordinator for assistance.

The following links provide details about components that must be submitted to the co-op office/co-op coordinators for each co-op work term:

• Learning Goals (Submit to Co-op Office)
• Co-op Work Performance Evaluation (Co-op office will email this link to your Employer to submit to Co-op Office) - PDF

Requesting Re-admission Into Co-op

If you have been required to withdraw from the Co-op program and you have medical, psychological or compassionate grounds to submit a request for re-admission into the Co-operative Education program, please see the Co-operative and Career Services website for information on deadlines and process.