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Business Connect Info Session- Presenation Deck
Business Connect Details- This program involves many different companies across HR, Accounting, Finance, and Marketing. Additionally, placements vary between fully virtual, hybrid, and fully in-person options. We will discuss how to navigate these choices during the session.
Important Dates:
Thursday, May 21st at 4 pm - Application ELIS Closure: Elis will be closed at 4 pm
Friday, May 22nd at 4 pm- Student Application Deadline: Final date for students to submit their applications.
Business Connect Interviews
Stage 1: During the week of May 25th and June 1st
Stage 2 : During the week of June 8th (TBA)
TDSB Industry Partners
Program Overview
The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) offers the Business Connect Central Co-op Program, providing students with experiential learning opportunities in various business sectors, including banking, accounting, finance, marketing, and management/operation. This program enables students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings, enhancing their skills and understanding of business operations.
Application model
One application per company (each company has its own form).
Deadlines vary by company (see each company section).
Program-wide expectations (summary)
Attendance & hours
Attitude and Workplace Conduct
Dress Code
Virtual etiquette
Social Media Etiquette
Cell Phone and Technology Usage
Communication cadence
Full details are covered during orientation and in each company behaviour agreement document.
Co-op Credits:
The program offers various credit structures, including AM & PM sessions or 4-credit co-op placements, accommodating different student schedules and academic requirements.; Offered in Semester 1 and Semester 2.
Application timelines for co-op teachers:
ELIS applications for SEM 1 open in May and ELIS applications for SEM 2 open in November. Students must be entered into ELIS first before they can be considered for the program. Please reach out to vanessa.Yoon@tdsb.on.ca for more details.