Co-op in Politics
Acadia University’s Co-op Program is nationally accredited and integrates study terms with paid, discipline-related work terms. Co-op students complete three 4-month work terms, earning two credit hours per work term, or a 12 or 16-month internship, earning six credit hours upon competition. Students should apply to Co-op at the beginning of their 2nd year, but 3rd year students are also welcome (depending on credit hours completed). All Co-op students participate in mandatory professional development workshops and receive one-on-one coaching in resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, and workplace professionalism.
In Politics, having work experience upon graduation provides a distinct competitive advantage. Applying knowledge and skills learned in the classroom, students gain hands-on experience in their discipline. Co-op helps students determine their strengths and interests while exploring different work environments and test-driving potential careers. Employers from across Canada hire Co-op students to work on special projects and assist during peak periods while often evaluating them for future hire.
Testimonial
"Acadia’s Co-op program was an absolutely incredible opportunity that I would recommend to any student able to take advantage of it. Not only was I able to develop key skills and perspectives relating to jobs in my area of study, but I was also able to make valuable connections with people doing incredible work in areas I didn't know existed! Co-op opened my eyes to many possible directions I could go after university and I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to experience it."
Nick Mason
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science (Honours)
(Co-op Option)