Co-op Programs
Through Engineering's Co-op Programs, I had the opportunity to work in contracting, consulting, and government agencies. This diverse exposure to work experience throughout my early career enriched my understanding of new projects I receive and has provided me with different perspectives.
Amanada Rochon
Civil Engineering Student, Dillion Consulting
For more detailed information on our co-op programs, please visit the co-op website
Average Year-Long Co-op Salary
The average salary for students in our Year-Long Co-op is $50,000.
Employment Rate
98% Western Engineering graduates find employment within 2 years.
Borderless Opportunity
Western Engineering Co-op students have access to positions across Canada and internationally!
Have questions? Email us at wecareer@uwo.ca or visit the co-op website
Put Skills Into Practice
While completing your engineering degree, you are encouraged to participate in an optional Long Term and/or Summer Engineering Co-op. You will earn money and gain extremely beneficial work and networking experience.
Eligible students may enroll in the Bachelor of Engineering Science degree with Co-Op where they must complete at least three co-op terms prior to graduation.
Career Services Office
Built to support Western Engineering’s rapidly growing Co-op Program, the Career Services office is designed to make the transition from university to the workforce as stress-free as possible with resources like:
- Résumé/cover letter review and interview preparation
- Job search and career planning
- Professional development workshops
- Industry and alumni panel discussions
- Networking events and employer information sessions
Long Term Co-op
Gain a competitive advantage over other engineering graduates by working on advanced engineering projects from start to finish during a Long Term Co-op.
- Co-ops are 12 to 16 months
- Available prior to your final year of studies
- Average co-op salary is $50,000/year
Summer Co-op
Gain valuable engineering and career-related work experience during the summer months to enhance and build on the skills acquired during your engineering degree.
- Work terms 4 months in length (May to August)
- Multiple work terms can be completed
- Students can start right after their first year!
Where do our students work?
- Aecom
- ArcelorMittal
- BOS Innovations
- Deloitte
- Enbridge Gas Inc.
- General Dynamics Land Systems
- General Motors
- Honda
- Husky Energy Inc.
- Hydro One
- IBM Canada Ltd.
- Imperial Oil Limited/ExxonMobil
- Labatt Brewing Company
- Linamar Corporation
- Magna International
- Microsoft
- NOVA Chemical Corporation
- Ontario Power Generation
- RBC
- ... and many more!
FAST FACTS
Long Term and Summer Co-op job boards exclusive for students participating in our programs
Both types of co-ops can be completed with local, national, and international employers
Multiple Summer Co-ops and a Long Term Co-op can be done during a student’s undergraduate engineering degree
Flexible, optional, experiential learning opportunities!