Company Description The University of Guelph-Humber, founded in 2002, is a Toronto-based institution that enables learners to earn both an honors degree from the University of Guelph and a diploma from Humber College within four years of full-time study. Students benefit from extensive work placements, international study abroad opportunities, and strong pathways into career employment and graduate studies. With seven undergraduate programs and approximately 4,900 students, the university emphasizes experiential learning and small class sizes for a high-impact educational experience. The campus provides an integrated, supportive environment where academic theory is closely connected to real-world practice. More information is available at guelphhumber.ca.
Role Description The Co-op Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role located in the Greater Kitchener-Cambridge-Waterloo Metropolitan Area. This position is responsible for coordinating co-op and work-integrated learning experiences, including supporting learners throughout the placement process and maintaining relationships with employer partners. Day-to-day tasks include advising learners on co-op requirements, reviewing resumes and applications, organizing information sessions and workshops, and monitoring placement progress to ensure academic and experiential objectives are met. The role also involves collaborating with faculty and staff to align co-op opportunities with program outcomes, updating databases and records, and contributing to outreach and communication materials that promote co-op programs. The Co-op Coordinator serves as a key point of contact for employers and learners, promoting a positive, inclusive, and professional learning environment.
Qualifications
- Experience in co-op, career services, or work-integrated learning coordination, including learner advising and employer relationship management.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support diverse learner populations and collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and external partners.
- Organizational and administrative skills, including accurate record-keeping, database management, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
- Knowledge of postsecondary education environments, ideally within a university or college setting, and familiarity with experiential learning and co-op program structures.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and to creating accessible, non-discriminatory learning and work experiences.
- Proficiency with common office and communication software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, presentation tools, email and video conferencing platforms).
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as education, human resources, social sciences, business, or a related discipline; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
- Experience in employer outreach, event planning (e.g., workshops, information sessions, fairs), and preparing learner-facing resources is an asset.
Join Our Faculty: Sessional Lecturer Opportunities in Business & Analytics at U of GH 📊📉
Are you an industry expert or academic professional looking to shape the next generation of business leaders?
The University of Guelph-Humber’s Business Program is currently seeking sessional lecturers to instruct core, specialized, and data-driven courses across our curriculum. We are looking for qualified professionals to bring real-world analytical insights and academic rigor to our classrooms across key disciplines, including:
🔹 Data, Analytics & Quantitative Methods: Introduction to Business Analytics, Programming for Analytics, and Business Statistics
🔹 Taxation
Explore the full list of available course assignments, review qualifications, and submit your application through our careers portal:
🔗 https://www.guelphhumber.ca/work-u-of-gh/careers
If you or someone in your network has a passion for teaching, data-driven decision-making, and professional mentorship, we invite you to view the postings and apply today! 👇
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