Students find 100% employment through BU Co-op for the second year in a row

Brandon University’s Cooperative Education Program (BU Co-op) has achieved 100 percent placement for its students for the second year in a row. This remarkable achievement underscores BU Co-op’s commitment to providing unparalleled career opportunities and professional development for its students. Forty-one BU Co-op students are employed this summer in fields that match their career aspirations.

“We are excited to celebrate reaching full employment again this year and are amazed by the hard work from our students and the eager support from our industry partners,” said Cora Dupuis, BU Co-op Coordinator. “Placing each student in a workplace that will develop the skills and experience to excel in their careers validates the quality of our program for both employers and students.”

The BU Co-op program, known for pairing rigorous academic standards with strong industry partnerships, continually prepares its students to meet the demands of the modern workforce. This year’s success reflects the program’s commitment to excellence in education and its strategic collaboration with leading companies and organizations in various sectors.

Head and shoulders portrait of a young man.
Pransu Patel is working as a BU Co-op student with Canadian Photonic Labs.

“Joining BU’s Co-op program was an essential step for me,” said Pransu Patel, a Computer Science major and first-time BU Co-op student. He is working this summer as a junior programmer at Canadian Photonic Labs in Minnedosa. “BU Co-op allowed me to land my dream job. And it’s not just a job, it’s an important milestone in my professional development.”

The success of Patel, and all 40 other students in the Co-op program, underscores the effectiveness of BU’s Cooperative Education Program in connecting students to industry opportunities. By fostering meaningful partnerships between students and employers, the program empowers students to jump-start their careers, even before they graduate.

“Our entire university is very proud of the success of the BU Co-op program,” said David Docherty, Brandon University President. “When students learn to thrive both academically and professionally, they begin their careers with a tremendous advantage. BU Co-op delivers on this promise.”

The BU Co-op program offers students the unique opportunity to integrate academic learning with paid work experience. Students gain valuable knowledge and practical experience working alongside professionals in their field of study, enhancing their employability and career readiness. The success of the program is further enhanced by its strong network of alumni and employers who provide mentoring, guidance and employment opportunities to current students.

This year’s 100 percent employment rate spans a variety of industries including technology, business, health care and the nonprofit sector. Some of the employers who have hired BU Co-op students this year include small, medium and large organizations such as Canadian Photonic Labs, Rimmer Technology Partners, Epp Law Office, Greenstone Building Products, Manitoba Hydro, Restorative Health Care and the Center of Women’s Resources. .

Dupuis, who knows students on a personal level, works directly with them and with employers to find the perfect co-op match.

“It’s very rewarding to work with students throughout the co-op process, from creating a resume and targeting job opportunities, to the right interviews,” she said. “I am always so inspired when they return to campus in the fall, even more focused and prepared to succeed in the classroom.”

For more information about the BU Co-op program and its recent achievements, please visit BrandonU.ca/Co-op or contact the BU Co-op office at 204-571-7848.

About BU Co-op

The BU Co-op program, which began in 2018–19, was able to expand dramatically in 2021 with $250,000 in generous support from the RBC Future Launch Foundation. Now, BU Co-op engages 41 current students across the Faculties of Arts and Science, supporting Indigenous, international and local students to launch their careers in Brandon and beyond. About 200 have already graduated with the BU Co-op experience as part of their degree at Brandon University.

For more information on becoming part of the BU Co-op program, contact Cora at 204-571-7848 or DupuisC@BrandonU.ca or visit BrandonU.ca/Co-op.

Cooperation 100

Current CU Co-op students were joined by employers, Co-op alumni and alumni, as well as Brandon University employees. Attendees included BU President David Docherty, Provost and VP Academic Kofi Campbell, Director of Advancement and Alumni Affairs Carla Eisler, Director of Marketing and Communications Grant Hamilton, Collaboration Coordinator Cora Dupuis and RBC VP Commercial Services Richard Azinwi .

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