How to Apply to the Acadia Co-op Program

Applications for the Acadia Co-op Program are now open! Take the next step toward gaining valuable work experience that complements your academic studies.

How to Apply

  • Visit the Career and Experiential Learning Portal and log in with your Acadia account.
  • Select Co-op from the main portal menu.
    • On a computer, look for this menu on the left side of the page.
    • On a phone or tablet, tap the Menu button to open it.
  • Review the Co-op application information and eligibility requirements.
  • Scroll to the bottom of the page, find your degree program, and select it to begin your application.
  • Complete and submit the application form.

What Happens Next?

Once you apply, Career and Experiential Learning will review your application to confirm your eligibility.

If you are eligible to continue, you will receive an email giving you access to the Co-op Intake Training in the portal. You will complete a series of short training modules, prepare a resume and practice cover letter, and complete a final knowledge check.

Once you have completed the training, you will receive instructions for booking an intake appointment with your CEL Coordinator.

Keep an eye on your Acadia email throughout the process for instructions and next steps.

 

Minimum Requirements
 
Undergraduate
  1. Enrolled as a full-time* student in a degree program offering the Co-op Option (Degrees With Co-op)
  2. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
  3. Students must have a minimum of 24 credit hours completed at the time of application
  4. Students who have completed more than 75 credit hours towards their degree are no longer eligible to join co-op. However, if students have switched programs, and have 45 or more credit hours left to complete in their new program, they are eligible to apply.
Graduate
  1. Enrolled as a full-time* student in a degree program offering the Co-op Option (Degrees With Co-op)
  2. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
  3. Students apply at the beginning of their first year

*Full-time is defined as enrolled in three or more courses (or enrolled in a thesis course for graduate students) required for graduation during the in-class semester preceding a co-op work term and the in-class semester following a co-op work term. If a student is registered with Accessibility Services on campus, they may be considered full-time if taking a minimum of two courses per term.