Business Co-op students available for private-sector employers

The UPEI Co-operative Education Office is inviting PEI employers in private-sector businesses to hire talented Co-op students who are available for 12-16 week work terms. These work terms run during the May-August, September-December, and January-April periods.

'Our students are highly motivated, bright, hard working and possess many of the valuable skills needed in today's work place. These students are serious about their education and are keen to contribute to the success of any business and/or organization,' says Ernie Doiron, Coordinator of UPEI's Business Co-op Program. The program began in 1996 and has grown in popularity with PEI employers ever since.

Wage incentives are available for 50 per cent of a student's hourly wage, up to a maximum contribution of $7.50 per hour. Employers are eligible to this receive this assistance for up to 16 weeks.

For more information on this employment opportunity, contact Ernie Doiron at edoiron@upei.ca