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Feb. 11, 2021
Print | PDFCo-op staff members are working remotely to assist you. Please contact your co-op coordinator or any staff member by email for assistance, using our staff directory, or send an email to lauriercoop@wlu.ca.
Recruiting Students
We look forward to helping you recruit co-op students. Please send a job description by email to your co-op co-ordinator or to lauriercoop@wlu.ca and let us know whether you are recruiting for spring or fall.
Spring 2021 Work Term
May I hire students for spring?
Yes! Many talented students are seeking employment for the spring work term. Some are available for 8, 12 or 16 months. During the continuous employment period, we will post your job, arrange interviews, and make offers directly to students.
You will find more information on the recruiting dates page.
My business is strapped financially these days; are there any funding programs?
Yes; please see our funding page for information about funding programs, including the Student Work Placement Program and the Ontario Co-operative Education Tax Credit.
Training Students Remotely
I can provide a laptop with access to my company’s database, but how can I get it to the student safely?
Some employers are shipping laptops and other devices by courier. (The student returns the devices by courier at the end of term, and the company disinfects the devices before shipping them to the incoming co-op students.) Here are some tips on onboarding students remotely.
Do students need to work at home now?
Because Public Health Canada recommends physical (social) distancing, we urge you to allow students to work remotely. We will not penalize students who resign because they are not allowed to work remotely.)
Other Topics
Do I need to provide a Record of Employment?
If you have terminated a student due to work closures, please provide them with a Record of Employment in case they are eligible to apply for Employment Insurance.
Students who leave early to self-quarantine do not need a Record of Employment or doctor’s note in order to qualify for Employment Insurance Sickness benefits.
Are there any other resources for employers trying to recruit or supervise students during the pandemic?
CEWIL, the national co-operative education association, has prepared COVID-19 resources for co-op employers and students.
Visit the Ontario government's site for resources to prevent COVID-19 in the workplace.
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