CO-OP

Be Our Guest Co-op

Submission Deadline: Nov. 21st, 2024

Preliminary  Information Interviews: Dec.3rd and 4th, 2024

• All placements in person

• All placements are in downtown Toronto

• Half-day placements are in the afternoon

• Some full-day placements available (in Culinary)

• Dual Credit at George Brown College included

  • DUAL CREDIT at George Brown College once per week from 2:00PM to 5:00PM. Day of the week: TBD

Our Industry Partners
1. Sheraton Centre Toronto
2. The Fairmont Royal York
3. The Hazelton Hotel
4. The Hilton Hotel
5. The Hyatt Regency
6. The Intercontinental Hotel Group
7. The Omni King Edward
8. Royal Sonesta
9. Sutton Place
10. Le Germain Hotel
11. The Distillery District

Business Connect Co-op

Deadline to Apply is Nov 15.

Hands-on experience in various business sectors:

● Banking, Accounting, Finance (National Bank, Kwantum)

● Marketing, Management/Operations (TMU, UTSC)

Apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings.

Enhance skills and deepen understanding of business operations.

Stratagem – TDSB Creative Industries Virtual Co-op Program 

The Stratagem – TDSB Creative Industries Co-op Program is an online co-op experience for high school students that enables participants to explore aspects related to the creative industries. This program features guest talks from a variety of high-profile figures in the business to introduce a topic for investigation each week for students to research, collaborate, and reflect. Students work in teams under the guidance of their teacher(s) to present their findings back to the guest speaker at the end of the week. Students who complete the program are better prepared for pathways into careers in the industry, and are more aware of their options for further education to enable them to get there.

The program supports the following learning outcomes:

1. Describe the current state of the creative industries in Ontario;

2. Describe certain facets of the industry in terms of the techniques, the tools, or the issues that drive it;

3. Produce a creative presentation that responds to a topic;

4. Work in teams to organize work and determine roles for presentation;

5. Demonstrate professional approaches to presentation skills;

6. Explain different options in their ongoing education as a contributor to their career path;

7. Apply secondary research methods to the gathering of information on the creative industries.

The program will only be running in the summers moving forward. Students who apply for summer co-op who have an interest in the arts will have an opportunity to participate.

The program is appropriate for Arts and Culture SHSM students and all students who are interested in exploring careers in the Arts and Culture sector. Students must be willing to present to peers and industry leaders as well as work in groups with other TDSB students, virtually. Students will need access to a computer with a video camera and microphone along with reliable internet access.

SUNNYBROOK HEALTH SCIENCES CENTRE CO-OP PROGRAM

2025 - Semester 1 

EOI Deadline: September 6th by 4:00pm

DETAILED PROGRAM INFORMATION AND FAQ

VOLUNTEER MEDICAL FORM

*Limit of 3 applications for the morning and 3 applications for the afternoon per school for clinical healthcare placements

**Additional limit of 3 applications per school for morning and 3 for the afternoon for non-healthcare placements (accounting, customer service, retail, daycare)

SICK KIDS CO-OP FOR SEM 1 2025-26

Program Overview

The program gives Grades 11 and 12 students over the age of 16 from semester schools the chance to explore healthcare, research or hospital careers through hands-on experience in various departments across the hospital and Research Institute while earning academic credit. Placements may be patient-facing, administrative, or research-based roles.

Students successfully enrolled in the program will be scheduled for a 2-credit (half day, morning or afternoon) or 4-credit (full day) placement for the semester they are scheduled to complete co-op. This is a five day-a-week (Monday-Friday) schedule for Semester 1 (September-January) or Semester 2 (February-June), apart from in-school days, statutory holidays, and PA days.

At the point of application, candidates will have the opportunity to express their general interest in the type of placement(s) they wish to be considered for, but all successful candidates will be matched to a role within the established schedule based on availability, general interests, and career aspirations which may align with placements we are offering.

Please note: we are unable to provide co-op placements for high school students for the summer months (July-August).

Eligibility

For candidates interested in applying, the below eligibility must be met:

• Be 16 years of age by the first day of the placement, and in Grade 11 or 12

• Be enrolled in a co-operative education program at an Ontario high school, and follow a semester school schedule

•  We are unable to accept students from termed schools

• Be available to attend an interview in late May/early June

• Attend orientation at the start of the semester

• Be able to come on site to SickKids campus (Main Hospital, PSC, PGCRL) everyday of the placement, and comfortable with commuting to and from their placement each day independently

• We do not offer remote or hybrid placements

• Be able to provide the hospital with documented proof of tuberculosis testing and immunization status after acceptance into the program

  • All costs associated with the onboarding paperwork is at the expense of the student, and is not covered or reimbursed by SickKids

• Be comfortable interacting with patients, families, and staff of all ages and backgrounds

• Be willing to learn and make a positive contribution through this placement opportunity

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted from May 14th- May 30th for both Semester 1 and 2 of the 2025-2026 academic year from students across all Toronto and GTA schoolboards.

A complete application must contain the following:

• Completed High School Co-op Program Application Form

• Two completed Teacher Recommendation Form

• Resume

• Credit counselling summary and attendance profile

To submit a completed application, please email highschool.coop@sickkids.ca

Applications for both semesters must be submitted by the co-operative education teacher on behalf of the student during this period. Late applications or applications submitted directly by a student will not be eligible for consideration.

https://www.sickkids.ca/en/careers-volunteer/volunteering/volunteer-programs/

HUMBER RIVER HEALTH - CO-OP PROGRAM

• Wilson Site

• Reactivation Centre Finch Site  

• Reactivation Centre Church Site

Humber River Health is accepting student healthcare applications for semester 1, 2024-2025 placements.  The “onsite” Co-op placements include Outpatient Programs, Inpatient Units, Specialty Services, Gift Shop, Information Desks and Recreation.  

The Student Application Package MUST include: The completed fillable HRH application, Questions/Answers on the Separate Sheet Provided, Cover Letter, Resume, Two References, Current Year Ontario Student Status Report and Student Attendance Profile.

Deadline to email complete student application packages Friday, June 7, 2024

SHN Is now Open in ELIS for all interested Students:

Requirements for Selection:

• Student must be up-to-date with all vaccinations.

•  Students must be able to travel independently to placement within a reasonable time (30-40min max one way) and are able to complete required forms and submit on time.

• Students should be in grade 11 or 12 to participate and need to be enrolled in co-op.  If under 18 years of age, parental consent is required.

Next Steps: Please have your students review the SHN Program Placement Overview. 

Co-op Credits:  Co-op placements are in-person half-days AM, PM, with limited full day placements.

Application timelines:  interested candidates must have their teachers submit their names into ELIS before moving forward in the application process.  For Semester 1:  Applications due in May and for Semester 2: Applications due in November.

Selection Process: Applications should be submitted through the co-op teacher.  Students are to complete the following:

Step 1:  Students are to read over the SHN Co-op program Non-Clinical Overview and ensure they understand the options, expectations  and timelines.

Step 2:  Students are to complete the SHN Application Form

Step 3: Students are to complete the SHN Health Screening Form

Step 4: Ensure Resume and Cover letter are updated.

Step 5: Vaccine requirements for working in a hospital environment, proof of COVID vaccination with at least two doses is no longer mandatory.

Etobicoke General Hospital is accepting student healthcare applications for semester one 2024-2025 placements. 

• Students must be 15 years of age or older at the start of their co-op placement. 

• Students must have a positive attitude, and a strong interest in a career in medicine/healthcare.

• Students must have good attendance, be punctual and committed to the placement to succeed. 

• Students will be working in a clinical area (Diagnostic Imaging, Labour & Delivery, Post Partum, Paediatrics, Acute Care for Elderly, Outpatient Physiotherapy, Inpatient Rehab, Cardiology, Fracture Clinic, Orthopaedic Surgery, General Surgery, Oncology Clinic, Oncology/Palliative and Medicine) as well as Hospital Support Services (Volunteer Services, Gift Shop, and Information Desk). 

• Students will have two rotations of approx. 8 weeks each.

 The Completed Student Application Package must include:

• Application - Pages 1 to 3

• Two References

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Student Status Report  

Deadline to email complete student application packages to me:   Monday, May 27, 2024

Note:

• Confirmation of Students Accepted into the Program: Week of June 24

• Students who have a successful interview will be given Immunization Forms.  The Forms take 4-8 weeks to complete in full and must be submitted prior to the orientation date. Students must provide proof of two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.

• Deadline for completed Immunization Forms: August 16, 2024

Student Orientation:

Morning & Full Day Students:  Wednesday, September 18th 9am - 12pm

Afternoon Students:  Wednesday, September 18th 1pm - 4pm

Location:  Etobicoke General Hospital, Volunteer Office

Co-op Start Date: September 23, 2024

Providence Healthcare is accepting applications for semester 2 placements for the high school co-op learner program. 

The deadline to apply is February 01, 2025, however, placement offers will be made on an ongoing basis, so interested students should apply early and prepare to interview as soon as possible.

Here is the LINK to the Application Portal and more info:

https://unityhealth.to/get-involved/volunteer-at-unity-health/#providence-healthcare-high-school-co-op-learners-3

IMPORTANT

Students should be sure to apply through the Providence High School Co-op Learners portal and take care to provide ALL of the requested documents and information.

Co-op Student Positions:  

• Friendly Visitor (for residents in our long-term care facility)

• Outpatient Pharmacy Assistant

• Administrative Assistant (for the Volunteers Services team)

• Patient Food Services Assistant (in the hospital)

• Wheelchair Maintenance and Repair Assistant (trades-focused)

• Cashier and Retail Assistant (in our Café / Gift Shop)

St Joseph’s Health Centre is accepting student healthcare applications for semester 2 2024-2025 placements. 

Co-op placement information and application process:

• Students must be at least 16 years of age, in Grade 11 or 12 and enrolled in their school’s Co-op Education Program

• The Co-op Program is a single semester in duration (1/2-day AM or PM) no full day

• More information is available at: https://unityhealth.to/get-involved/volunteer-at-unity-health/#st-josephs-health-centre-high-school-co-op-learners-3  

• Interested students must complete and submit an online application. https://www.volgistics.com/appform/1364814299

• The following documents must be submitted as one package by the co-op teacher to: Faye.Roberts@unityhealth.to

• Student resume

• Two completed teacher references

• Student Status (demonstrating good academic standing)

• Attendance Profile (demonstrating good attendance)

Co-op Placements

• Courtesy

• Patient Support

• Diagnostic Imaging

• Dialysis – Islington Site (1020 Islington)

• Emergency

• Eye Clinic

• Gift Shop or Outpatient Pharmacy

• Recreational Support

• Breast Care Clinic ** New

• Geriatrics ** New

Interview process

• Students selected for an interview will be contacted to arrange their interview at St Joseph’s Health Centre. Placement offers will be made on an ongoing basis. 

Mandatory pre-placement requirements for students accepted to the Co-op Program:

• Complete health screening including serology and a two-step TB test. Fees incurred for testing are at the expense of the co-op student and not reimbursed

• Attend hospital orientation

• Provide a $30 refundable deposit for a uniform and photo ID badge

• Attend a tour of St Joseph’s Health

• Complete a short biography (four to seven sentences) to be shared with placement supervisor.

Co-op placements are at the following sites:

• St Joseph’s Health Centre, 30 The Queensway

• St Joseph’s Reactivation Care Centre, 200 Church St

• St Joseph’s Renal Care, 1020 Islington Ave

Deadline to apply online: February 1, 2025 **Students are encouraged to apply early

North York General Hospital is now open. Please apply on behalf of your interested student as a Central Role for SEM 1, 2025-26

*Only 2 applicants per school can apply to NYGH.  d fit. 

Overview of co-op placement: students are placed in the Senior’s Health Centre. Students at placement will:

• Support a variety of recreational and therapeutic activities that enhance the resident’s sense of well-being and improve the resident’s experience.

• Support assigned one-on-one resident visits, engaging the resident in cognitive stimulating activities such as games, puzzles, reading, music, and/or reminiscing.

Position requirements to be successful:

• Committed to a People-Centered Care approach. 

• Genuine interest in interacting with the senior resident population who may have physical limitations and cognitive decline.

• Excellent communication skills, empathetic listener. 

Interested candidates must:

1. Have an interest in healthcare. 

2. Students must be enrolled in co-op to apply.

3. Be up to date on all vaccinations.  This is required for NYGH.

4. Live within 10-15km to the hospital (around 20-30min to drive)

5. COVID shots are no longer required, but the FLU shot will be required and it is highly suggested that students receive the flu shot ahead of time. 

6. Please review the Health Screening Form with your students to ensure they meet criteria

*Students must have co-op on their SEM 1 timetable before they can apply to a central co-op placement. 

University Health Network

• Toronto General Hospital

• Princess Margaret Hospital

• Toronto Western Hospital

• Toronto Rehabilitation Hospital

Medical Requirements:

Students will be required to get a 2 STEP TB test and have their doctor complete UHN Health Services form including proof of MMR, Varicella and two COVID immunizations. To be given to students when an offer of placement is made.

Applications for semester 1 open in May/June. Applications for semester 2 open in November.

TRILLIUM HEALTH PARTNERS (THP) CO-OP SUBMISSIONS

Semester 1- 2025 (Fall)

Locations:

• Humber Recreation Care Centre (HRCC)

• Queensway Health Centre (QHC)

If you have any Students who are interested in performing a placement within a healthcare setting, the Trillium Health Partners are opening their Semester 1, 2025-26 Fall Co-op Program. THP is looking to facilitate the learning and guidance of 8 young and eager individuals who attend schools in the surrounding areas or reside within the perimeters (15 km) of the west end of Toronto close to the health care facilities. These positions are for am/pm, dual credit only.

Important Information:

• Expression of Interest submissions will begin on April 23rd.

• THP will only be accepting the maximum of 3 applicants per school, to allow fairness amongst applicants. 

• Next Steps: Please read the Important Information for HS Co-op Teachers and relay the information to your potential Coop Students. Teachers must identify students interested in applying to THP and submit their names in ELIS by applying to a Central Program. For guidance, please refer to the How to Apply to a Central Program document. Once names are submitted in ELIS, a Student Facilitaor will access the submissions and send the application packages to both the student and the co-op teacher.

Due Date for submission is no later than May 7th (4:00)

UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK-TDSB CO-OP PROGRAM

SEMESTER 2 2024- EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) PROCESS IS OPEN ON ELIS

ELIS EOI DEADLINE FOR SEMESTER 2 is Nov. 21st, 2024

NEXT STEPS for SEM 2 ONLY:

• Students and teachers will receive an email with the:

  • Link to the UHN Co-op Google form 

  • Link to sign up for the information interview Interview will take place in person Dec.9th-12th

• Placements will be determined in September based on availability

• Students must be 16 by Feb 1st 2025 to be eligible

• Immunizations and testing is required

Placements include:

• Patient-facing (units, clinics and medical imaging)

• Medical Administration (Clinic assistant)

• Pharmacy (Transplant Pharmacy)

• Research (dry labs and wet labs)

For more information and details CLICK HERE

Student Promotion Poster Here 

Please see our OYAP Page for more information on OYAP co-op opportunities. 

PACE: PRE-APPRENTICESHIP COOPERATIVE EDUCATION  

PACE is a TDSB in-house construction program. Students have the opportunity to explore a skilled trade within the construction sector by participating in a co-op experience alongside a TDSB skilled trade employee. Skilled trades placements are currently open for     Electrician

STEP to Transportation - Specialized Trades Exploration Program to Transportation

This full-day 4-credit Coop program provides a great opportunity for students to experience the Transportation/transit industry through participation in a variety of skilled trades at TTC Garages. Students remain on the home school's roll while participating in work placements at one of twelve TTC Repair and Maintenance Garages. All students become OYAP Participants and will receive documentation confirming the completion of their hours, should they wish to pursue the trade as a career.

As part of this program, students will also participate in a dual credit program, earning one college credit in addition to their cooperative education courses!

Information Flyer!

Application: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MnQFEoWhw93f5DWfL3Urlqle8PqfbdH_VCmHiKYwZVY/edit?usp=sharing