CO-OP

Be Our Guest Co-op

Application Deadline

Submission Deadline: Friday, November 21 at 4:00 p.m.

Preliminary  Information Interviews: t.b.d.-Dec. 2025

• 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 Friday, November 21 at 4:00 p.m.

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.

Thank you so much for coming to our info sessions!

Our info session presentation deck is here! 

Business Connect Site

SUNNYBROOK HEALTH SCIENCES CENTRE CO-OP PROGRAM

  Semester 2 

IMPORTANT DATES:

1. Information Session- November 12th- 11:50-12:30

Please click HERE to sign up 

The sign-up sheet is for teachers only but teachers are welcome to bring students to the session.

The MS Teams meeting link will be sent on the day of the information session to teachers who signed up.  

2. EOI Opens on ELIS- November 3rd

3. Deadline for EOI- February 5th, 4:00pm

*Students will receive the follow up Google Form immediately after the application deadline*

DETAILED PROGRAM INFORMATION AND FAQ

VOLUNTEER MEDICAL FORM-*UPDATED ( older versions will not be accepted)

*Sunnybrook’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) department does not provide TB testing or complete Health Screening Forms for  co-op students.

MEDICAL FORM FAQ

*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)

TRILLIUM HEALTH PARTNERS (THP) CO-OP APPLICATION

Semester 2- 2026 (Winter/Spring)

Locations:

• Humber Recreation Care Centre (HRCC)

• Queensway Health Centre (QHC)

If you have any students who are interested in doing a placement within a healthcare setting, Trillium Health Partners is opening their Semester 2, 2026 Winter Co-op Program.

THP is looking to facilitate the learning and guidance of young and eager individuals who attend schools in the surrounding area or reside within the perimeters of the west end of Toronto.

Important Information:

• THP will only be accepting a 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 Co-op Students. The teacher 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, an application package will be sent to both the student and the co-op teacher.

The absolute Due Date for Submission is no later than Friday, November 14th (4:00pm)

SHN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST IS NOW OPEN FOR WINTER 2025-2026!

Requirements for Selection:

• Students 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 teachers must identify students interested in applying to SHN 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, an application package will be sent to both the student and the co-op teacher.

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 to ELIS before moving forward in the application process.  For Semester 1:  Applications are due in May, and for Semester 2: Applications are 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.

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 NOW OPEN IN ELIS FOR SEMESTER 2 - 2025-2026

Teachers: please submit your students to ELIS before the student starts the online application process.

Due date for submissions to ELIS is: November 14th, 2025

If you forget how to apply centrally, please follow these instructions.  

Enter Students in ELIS: 

 **2025-2026 **Sem 2 **Central Program **St. Joseph's Unity Health  

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 runs for 1 semester (half day AM or PM) 

• More information is available at: Unity Health Volunteer Information

• Interested students must complete and submit an online application:

                            Co-op Student Learner Application Form

• 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

• Ontario Student Status Report (demonstrating good academic standing)

• Attendance Profile (demonstrating good attendance)

 Interview process:

• Interviews will take place starting mid-November to mid-December at St Joseph’s Health Centre.

• Students should be checking their phones and TDSB email regularly for messages.

• Only students chosen for an interview will be contacted

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 and a mandatory 3-day Courtesy Training session at St. Joseph’s Health 

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

 Co-op Placements are at the Following Sites:

• St Joseph’s Health Centre, 30 The Queensway

• St Joseph’s Renal Care, 1020 Islington Ave

 Co-op Placement locations & departments:

• Medical/Diagnostic Imaging

• Cardio Respiratory

• Family Medicine

• Dialysis – Islington Site (1020 Islington)

• Gift Shop ( students interested in retail business)

• Volunteer Services Administrative Support

• Outpatient Pharmacy

• Clinic and Patient support roles in various departments

NYGH CENTRAL PROGRAM FOR SEM 2, 2025-26 is now open in ELIS. 

Submit your student’s name in ELIS by following these instructions.  

Once names are entered into ELIS, an email with further information will be sent to both teachers and students. Interview dates will be announced shortly. 

 The due date to submit names to ELIS is November 14, 2025.  

*Only 2 applicants per school can apply to NYGH.  Teachers, please screen your students to ensure they are a good fit. 

Overview of co-op placement: 

Students are placed in the Senior’s Health Centre where they will:

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

• Provide one-on-one support to residents by engaging them in cognitively stimulating activities such as games, puzzles, reading, music, and reminiscing.

Position requirements

To be successful, students should:

• Be committed to a People-Centered Care approach. 

• Have a genuine interest in interacting with the senior residents who may have physical limitations and/or cognitive decline.

• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and empathetic listening.

Application Requirements

Applicants must:

1. Have an interest in healthcare. 

2. Be 16 years of age or older.

3. Be enrolled in a co-op to apply.

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

5. Live within 10-15km of the hospital (around 20-30 minutes to drive)

6. Get the seasonal flu shot; it is highly encouraged that students receive it before the season. 

7. Review the Health Screening Form with your students to ensure they meet the criteria

8. Must have an updated resume and cover letter in a single PDF file 

Further information about the placement can be found here, and all questions can be directed to FayKwan.Hsiao@tdsb.on.ca 

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.

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 Friday, November 21 at 4:00 p.m.

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 t.b.d.early-Dec.

• 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 

Michael Garron Hospital IS NOW OPEN IN ELIS FOR CENTRAL CO-OP APPLICATIONS IN SEMESTER 2 - 2025-2026

Due date for submissions to ELIS is Thursday Dec. 4th 2025

Co-op Placement Information:

• Students must be 16 – 18 years of age, in Grade 11 or 12, and enrolled in their school’s Co-op Education Program

• The Co-op placement runs for one full semester (half day AM or PM)

• The Placement site is Michael Garron Hospital located at 825 Coxwell Ave .

• Two applicants per school will be accepted for screening

Co-op Placement Departments & Positions:

• Laboratory – AM (1 position)

• Simulation Centre – AM (1 position)

• Business Office – AM or PM (1 position)

• Pharmasave – AM and PM (2 positions)

• Oncology – AM (1 position)

Required Application documents:

The following documents labelled with the student’s initials must be submitted as one package by the co-op teacher to: faykwan.hsiao@tdsb.on.ca 

by Thursday Dec. 4th 2025 at 4pm. 

• Student resume and cover letter in a single PDF file

• Completion of Cooperative Education Health Care Facility Placement Application & Teacher References ( Attached) 

• Ontario Student Status Report (demonstrating academic standing)

• Attendance Profile (demonstrating attendance)

Email subject line format:

TDSB Co-op - School name - Student’s Initials 

Ex. TDSB Co-op - East York CI - F.M

Interview process:

• Only students chosen for an interview will be contacted

• Interviews will take place on Dec. 9th, 10th and 12th, 2025

• Students should be checking their phones and TDSB email regularly for messages.

Mandatory Pre- placement Requirement for Students Accepted to the Co-op Program:

• Submit full immunization and two-step tuberculosis (TB) skin test documentation

• TB testing can be done at the hospital at no cost; fees may apply elsewhere

• Complete online hospital orientation before the first day of co-op placement

• Pay $15.00 for a volunteer t-shirt

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/

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:  

• Electrician 

• Carpenter 

• Plumber 

• Boiler 

• Mansory  

• Heating and Air Conditioning 

• Sheet Metal  

• *NEW* Building Automation System (BAS) Technician  

Placements are full days, and students can earn 4 credits in cooperative education.  Interested students must first be entered into ELIS by their co-op teacher. For instructions on how to apply to a Central Co-op Placement, please read Applying to a Central Program in ELIS.

Once the students' names are placed in ELIS, further application requirements will be emailed to both the teacher and student.  

DUE DATE for submitting the application package is November 28th, 2025, to lloyd.wyse@tdsb.on.ca  

 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!

Deadline: Friday, November 14, 2025

Information Flyer!

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