U+ University Co-op

Build your career.

Lead with purpose.

A rotational co-op experience for post-secondary students ready to explore real careers, grow as youth leaders, and make a difference in the communities we serve.

Co-op students collaborating with a youth impact callout
4 months

per rotation

8–16 months

total program length

35–40 hrs

full-time each week

5 pathways

across U+ teams

One placement. Many directions.

Learn the work.

Lead the room.

The U+ Co-op Rotational Program combines meaningful, student-facing work with hands-on experience in the teams that keep an education organization moving. Each four-month term gives you one focused role—and a wider view of where your strengths can take you.

You won’t just observe from the sidelines. You’ll support real programs, contribute to active projects, receive feedback, and carry what you learn into your next rotation.

Your experience map

Try different roles. Keep one shared purpose.

Tell us which paths interest you. Rotation assignments are shaped by your qualifications, program requirements, available opportunities, and U+ needs.

HR Coordinator

Public Speaking Coordinator

Shared purpose

Youth impact

Teaching · camps · learner engagement

Marketing Coordinator

Community Coordinator

Web Development Coordinator

Every path includes Teaching Assistant experience and Camp Counsellor responsibilities.

Choose your runway

Three streams. One strong foundation.

All streams follow four-month academic work terms and may be completed consecutively or non-consecutively, subject to school and program requirements.

Stream 01
8 months

Discover

Build a broad foundation through two distinct functional assignments.

2 × four-month rotations

Stream 02
12 months

Develop

Strengthen your range through three progressive team experiences.

3 × four-month rotations

Stream 03
16 months

Deepen

Create a more complete career map through four cross-functional terms.

4 × four-month rotations

Academic work terms typically run May–August, September–December, and January–April.

How your path unfolds

A fresh challenge every four months.

Each rotation is structured to help you contribute with confidence, reflect on your progress, and move forward with a clear learning goal.

01

Share your interests

Select the roles you’re most interested in when you apply.

02

Join a U+ team

Complete role-specific training and begin a focused assignment.

03

Learn by doing

Own meaningful work while supporting learners and programs.

04

Reflect and rotate

Review feedback, set new goals, and transfer knowledge forward.

The constant in every rotation

Stay close to the reason the work matters.

Whatever your functional role, you’ll also take part in Teaching Assistant and Camp Counsellor responsibilities—building the leadership, communication, and facilitation skills that make a lasting impact.

Co-op students contributing to real projects for learners and families

Real work.

Projects that support learners, families, teams, and community partners.

Who thrives here

Curious minds. Community hearts.

This program is designed for post-secondary students who want to grow across disciplines and are comfortable stepping forward, asking questions, and learning in public.

Education + youth development

You care about creating safe, inclusive, engaging experiences for children and youth.

Communication

You connect thoughtfully with learners, parents, teammates, and community partners.

Adaptability

You can balance changing priorities and bring a practical, solutions-first mindset.

Organization

You work carefully across schedules, projects, documentation, and program details.

Collaboration

You contribute independently while learning openly across teams and disciplines.

Ready for the GTA

You can work full-time and travel to U+ program locations, primarily within York Region.

Before you start

Prepare to work with young people.

Successful candidates must have valid Standard First Aid with CPR-C certification and a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check before the start date. Candidates are responsible for all associated costs; these costs are not reimbursed.

Your first rotation starts here

Grow your range—and your impact.

Join U+ for a co-op experience that gives you more than one job title. The program is planned to launch in May 2027; application details will be announced when confirmed.

View our opportunities

May 2027 Co-op Cohort