University of Manitoba - Asper School of Business - Co-op - Become a Co-op Employer
Become a Co-op Employer

Step 1: Contact a Member of the Co-op Team

Amber Pohl
Coordinator, Co-operative Education Program
Phone: (204) 474-6673
amber_pohl@umanitoba.ca

Liza Haines
Coordinator, Co-operative Education Program
Phone: (204) 474-7103
liza_haines@umanitoba.ca  

Kelly Mahoney
Director, Co-operative Education Program
Phone: (204) 474-6548
Kelly_Mahoney@umanitoba.ca

Step 2: Identify a Potential Position or Project

Work with individuals within your organization to identify a position or project that would benefit from having the involvement of a bright and talented Asper Co-op student (full-time work for minimum of 480 hours). Students are available throughout the year, for 4-and-8-month terms beginning in May, September and January.

Step 3: Submit a Job Posting

Post a Co-op Job, View Applicants and Schedule Interviews all online through the Asper Career Portal!!! Please review the How to Submit a Job Posting section for detailed instructions. Submit an electronic posting to the Co-op office before the appropriate deadline. Deadline for summer term is in February, fall term is in June, and winter term is in October. Postings can be in a format of your choice, but typically include:

  • Department/Company logo (optional)
  • Outline or brief description of organization
  • Qualifications, skills, qualities of the student you are looking to hire
  • Description of the role(s)/project(s) the student would be involved with

Step 4: Arrange for Recruitment Activities

Work with a Co-op Coordinator to arrange for collection of student applications, interviews, ranking process and placements. Information will be provided to you in regards to site visits during student placement(s), evaluation of student(s) and other important logistical details.

Step 5: Prepare to be Impressed

Support and mentor the professional and personal growth of an Asper Co-op student, and witness first hand the value these amazing students will add to your organization.