Launched in the Fall of 2024, the U of T Mississauga Co-op Internship Program (UTMCIP) provides students with the perfect balance of application of academic skills along with an immersive industry experience. Starting in Fall 2025, you will be able to recruit our students who can bring a wealth of diverse talent and professional skills to enhance your team.
Fill your short-term or long-term needs and boost productivity.
Elevate your team by hiring UTMCIP students available to work in 2026.
Choose from 17 program areas
Starting in Fall 2025, employers can recruit outstanding students from the following disciplines through the UTMCIP:
- Astronomical Sciences
- Biological Chemistry
- Biology
- Biophysics
- Chemistry
- Communication, Culture, Information and Technology
- Computer Science
- Digital Enterprise Management
- Earth Science
- Economics
- Information Security
- International Affairs
- Political Science
- Professional Writing & Communication
- Technology, Coding & Society
Our co-op students are available to work year-round
UTMCIP is flexible, with varied work term lengths and start dates. Choose the co-op work term length and hiring timeline that best suits your requirements.
Work term lengths:
- 12-month work terms starting in May through September 2026
- 16-month work terms starting in May 2026
Save time with our streamlined recruiting process
We know you’re busy, so when you contact U of T about hiring a co-op student, we pair you with one of our employer relations representatives.
They will assist you through every step of the recruiting and hiring process, making it simple and easy to hire the best co-op student for your needs.
Our UTM Co-op Internship Program students arrive workplace ready
- Over 30 weeks of extensive workplace preparation
- Strong academic knowledge & skills for on-the-job success
- Advanced problem solving & critical thinking skills
UTMCIP selects candidates who excel in leadership, communication, teamwork, and academics. Our students benefit from two years of professional development, including training, workshops, mentoring, and coaching, with ongoing support through site visits and one-on-one guidance during their work term. This comprehensive approach equips them to create innovative solutions for your organization’s real-world challenges.
Let’s connect to begin the 3-Step Hiring Process
1
Explore Your Options
Together we discuss your hiring needs, work term lengths, start dates and opportunities for potential wage subsidy funding.
2
Review & Hire
With 130+ academic programs, U of T provides you with an extensive pool of co-op talent to choose from.
3
Onboard & Work Term
Your U of T Co-op student is introduced to your company culture, processes, protocols and begins their work term.
U of T Co-op provides support through every stage
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