We are dedicated to cultivating highly skilled and motivated individuals primed to make a tangible impact in your industry. Whether you are eager to infuse your team with fresh perspectives through our esteemed co-op program or seeking to hire top-tier graduates, we are committed to facilitating that vital connection for recruitment.
Co-operative education, commonly referred to as co-op, is a key component of work-integrated learning (WIL). At CCTB, our co-op programs provide students with invaluable hands-on experience in their chosen fields. Simultaneously, we empower employers by connecting them with talented and enthusiastic individuals ready to contribute to their organizations.
Our streamlined hiring process is designed to connect you with top talent and emulate the real-world job application experience for our students.
Here's a step-by-step overview:
CCTB values the strong partnerships we have built with various organizations across multiple sectors. Some of our current partners include:
Our co-op students eagerly seek hands-on learning and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions. By hiring a CCTB co-op student, you will gain:
CCTB graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge to make an impact in their field. Hiring our graduates means:
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Co-op jobs:
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Co-op employers must:
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| The BC Tech Intern Program provides skilled individuals with internship opportunities at technology companies and in tech roles within non-tech companies across BC. It also offers subsidies to employers to help grow their teams. Learn more here. |
| The Canada Summer Jobs Program provides subsidies to employers from not-for-profit organizations, the public sector and private sector organizations with 50 or fewer full-time employees. These subsidies support work experiences for people between 15 to 30 years of age. Learn more here. |
| The Innovator Skills Initiative provides up to $10,000 to help employers hire a new employee. The program aims to assist underrepresented people in getting their first job in BC’s tech sector and supports companies facing skills shortages. Learn more here. |
| The Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP) helps small-to-medium-sized Canadian businesses with financial support from the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP). Funding eligibility is determined by various criteria. Learn more here. |
| Mitacs Accelerate is available to for-profit and not-for-profit corporations, pairing partner organizations with top-level research talent to help secure business and innovation goals. Projects begin at four months in duration and can scale up as required. Learn more here. |
| The Scientific Research and Experimental Development tax credit (SR&ED) is a 10 per cent tax credit available for qualifying corporations that can be claimed when filing the Corporation Income Tax Return. Learn more here. |
| The Food Processing Skills Student Work Placement Program+ offers wage subsidies of up to $7,000 per student term for those interested in opportunities in the food and beverage manufacturing industry and the various career opportunities available. Learn more here. |
| The Propel Student Work Placement Program, funded by the Government of Canada, offers Canadian businesses, startups and not-for-profits related to tourism and the hospitality sector a subsidy on each qualifying student’s wages. Learn more here. |
| Other student work placement wage subsidies can be found here here. |
CCTB students possess contemporary skills and knowledge that are in line with current industry standards and trends. For a comprehensive understanding of the specific capabilities our students possess, we encourage you to delve into our program offerings and detailed course outlines available on our program page.
Leading up to their designated co-op program start date, CCTB students will initiate the application and interview process for a work placement. During this period, we collaborate with employers to assess their requirements and share job openings suitable for pairing with our students. The duration of the practical work experience varies depending on the specific CCTB program, ranging from 240 to 1,220 hours.
Employers are welcome to extend permanent positions to co-op students upon the completion of their program. For international students, it is important to review their work and study permit conditions. Moreover, extending their employment may require a Labour Market Impact Assessment.
CCTB offers extensive assistance throughout the hiring process to facilitate connections between employers and qualified candidates. Our services encompass job posting facilitation, sharing of resumes and portfolios and coordination of interviews. Our goal is to streamline the recruitment process and ensure its effectiveness.
When hiring a student or graduate from CCTB, there are typically minimal expenses involved. CCTB does not charge any recruitment fees. However, employers should factor in standard operational costs related to onboarding a new employee, including training and equipment provisions.
Interested in hiring a CCTB student or graduate? We are here to assist you every step of the way. Reach out to us at careerservices@canctb.ca to kickstart the recruitment process. We are eager to collaborate to foster growth and integrate skilled individuals into your organization.
We acknowledge that the territories on which CCTB and its campus are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honour their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here, and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.