19 Planning for Your Career

Learning Objectives

By completing this section, you can:

  • Identify co-op opportunities and exchange program opportunities.
  • Learn about résumé building and cover letter building.
  • Explore co-op opportunities in Ontario.

Planning for a Career

It is important to recognize that there are options during your educational journey that you may consider exploring that may benefit your academics and career in the long run.

Being able to build a successful resume and cover letter can help you both academically and professionally.

Resume Types and Tips

Retrieved from Donna Naylor at Georgian College

Writing a Cover Letter

Retrieved from Donna Naylor at Georgian College

Constructing a Cover Letter

Retrieved from Donna Naylor at Georgian College


Co-op Opportunities in Ontario for Students

Cooperative education is a structured method of combining classroom-based education with practical work experience. In Ontario, there are many post-secondary institutions that may offer co-op opportunities. Co-op placements are a great way for students to further their education while still obtaining important practical work experience. It may help you decide whether or not you would like to pursue a specific career path with your degree prior to graduation.

There are many sites and organizations that specifically help Ontario students find co-op opportunities at their campus, for example:


Exchange Opportunities in Ontario

Studying abroad and partaking in exchange student opportunities is a great way to experience travel and adventure while still pursuing a post-secondary education. In Ontario, there are many post-secondary institutions that provide students with opportunities to travel abroad as a student, which is a great way to experience new cultures, learn new languages, and see the world.

There are many sites and organizations that specifically help Ontario students find studying abroad and exchange opportunities at their campus, for example:


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