Why Apply to The Canada-Japan Co-op Program?
The Canada-Japan Co-op Program formally integrates a student's academic studies with practical paid work experience in a Japanese employer organization for a period of four, eight or twelve months. The Canada-Japan Co-op Program is tailor made for international work placements/internships in Japan. The Canada-Japan Co-op Program staff are committed to ensure participating undergraduate students receive the highest possible level of service to ensure a positive Canada-Japan Co-op experience.
A great deal of planning and preparation goes into each Canada-Japan Co-op student placement. Unlike placements in North America, the time frame leading up to a placement can take up to eight months (although this is not the average, it is important to note that students allowing more time upon application have a higher percentage rate of being placed within their desired time frame). Upon application to the program, students are interviewed at their home educational institution and recommendations are passed then onto The Canada-Japan Co-op Director who conducts a final interview and determines acceptance into the program. Upon acceptance, students are advised of the two modes of application to positions in Japan and a decision is made as to what route they will take.
The Canada-Japan Co-op Program provides the following to undergraduate student participants:
- Access to job postings in Japan (participation in the program does not guarantee placement as the hiring and matching decision is ultimately up to the Japanese employer organization);
- Easy, on-line application process;
- Organization of telephone and video conferencing interviews;
- Administrative support during the application, interviewing, matching, visa processing and placement periods;
- Comprehensive student preparation prior to departure;
- Contact during the term via phone, email and one in person site visit; and
- Canada-Japan Co-op Student Alumni support.
Prior to applying there are considerations a student must contemplate. Read on to ensure this program is for you.
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Criteria for acceptance into The Canada-Japan Co-op Program.
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Steps in the application process.
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