The Co-op Culture: Two Better Benefits You Haven’t Heard Of July 13, 2009
Posted by aberard in Amy's Co-op Blog.Tags: amy, berard, career, co-op, co-operative, coop, cooperative, education, job, job search, Kamloops, learn, learning, student, university, work, working
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It took me ten months to understand the benefits of co-op. Am I just a slow student or are the benefits a little more subtle than you might think? The obvious ones come to mind right away:
1. Employers recognize and value the term “co-op”.
2. The experience you gain is directly related to your chosen career field.
3. You are applying on job postings no one else can see.
4. You create an extensive network of valuable contacts.
5. You get PAID. (more…)
That Extra-Curricular Edge July 10, 2009
Posted by aberard in Amy's Co-op Blog.Tags: abroad, amy, berard, co-op, coop, education, employment, experience, extra-curricular, Kamloops, katimavik, rotary, skill, study, university, volunteer, volunteering, work, working
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This morning I had the opportunity to attend a résumé workshop that one of our Student Employment Coordinators was teaching to a group of Katimavik volunteers. These individuals at the ages of 19 or 20 already have an incredible experience that will translate into a unique, diverse, and very competitive résumé if interpreted correctly. It’s not a post-secondary education. It’s not a job. It’s volunteering. (more…)
Co-op Crazy July 8, 2009
Posted by aberard in Amy's Co-op Blog.Tags: amy, berard, career, co-op, co-operative, coop, cooperative, education, experience, Kamloops, learn, learning, marketing, professional, TRU, university, work, working
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Hi everyone!
So my name is Amy and I am entering my second year at TRU in the BBA program. I applied and was accepted into co-op last September 2008 and began my work term this past May. With a unique twist, I am a co-op student working in the co-op office and it is incredible to see what goes on behind the scenes. (more…)