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The Canada-Japan Co-op Program is a unique, one-of-its kind, Co-op consortium that services member educational institutions who desire to secure Co-op Work Term/Internships for students in Japan. The programs longevity, 17 years, combined with its successful track record are a testament to the commitment and level of service received from Canada-Japan Co-op Program staff who work closely with educational members to assist students in applying,being interviewed, securing student positions in Japan, and evaluating work term/internship placements.

benefits of participation
  • Increase the number of international co-op opportunities at your institution
  • Offer alternatives to your students outside the parameters offered domestically
  • Secure either technical or English teaching co-op opportunities for students, then The Canada-Japan Co-op Program should be considered!
being a member of the canada-japan co-op program consortium
  • Access to a recognized, long-term successful co-op program in Japan
  • Access to posted opportunities in Japan made directly through The Canada-Japan Co-op Program by Japanese companies
  • Full support for students in Japanese and English: on application; through the interview, matching and placement cycles; in visa documentation preparation; confirmation of arrival; phone and in-person site visits; in the workplace to resolve and workplace issues; and upon return to Canada
  • Student pre-departure training
  • Collection of update, learning objectives, experiential and technical reports
  • Debriefing of students upon return from their international work terms/internship in Japan
  • Ongoing support for Canada-Japan Co-op Alumni
strategic initiatives

Three years of strategic initiatives for the program.

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