For Future TRSM Students
When you earn your degree at Toronto Metropolitan University, you’re getting an excellent academic foundation - plus the real-world experience through the Ted Rogers Co-op Program.
By graduating with up to 16 months of relevant work experience, you will cultivate practical skills, professional networks, and gain a deeper understanding of your chosen field, ultimately better preparing you for the demands of the workforce.
What is co-op?
Co-op is an academic, work-integrated learning (WIL) program, with various academic requirements to participate. As an undergraduate student in the Ted Rogers Co-op Program, you will alternate your terms between academic terms and paid work terms.
Your academic journey will include:
Paid Work Terms Giving You Hands-on Experience
You will have the opportunity to apply what you have learned from your courses in a professional workplace setting.
On average students starting their first work term will earn $18.66, which can increase as students complete their second, third and fourth work terms. On average, students earn $51,000 over their four work terms.
Applying Your Work Knowledge in the Classroom
When returning to your academic semesters, you will also apply what you’ve learned on your co-op work terms to your courses.
During your academic semesters, you will not be working. You will be focusing on your studies and applying for your next co-op role.
Tailored, Ongoing Career Support
You will have a dedicated Co-op Coordinator to support you throughout your co-op journey, both on your academic terms and work terms.
Co-op Coordinators will help with all aspects of the job search including resume and cover letter writing, searching for work terms, interview preparation and more!
Throughout the Ted Rogers Co-op Program, co-op students will gain 16 months of paid, working experience.
This is split into four work terms, each four months in duration.
An example of your sequencing can be found here, however, please note that each program has a unique sequence that can be found in our Hub Insights reports, 'All About Co-op' (opens in new window) .
| Timeline | Fall | Winter | Summer |
| Year 1 | 1st Semester | 2nd Semester | Apply for Co-op |
| Year 2 | 3rd Semester | 4th Semester | Work Term I |
| Year 3 | 5th Semester | Work Term II | 6th Semester |
| Year 4 | Work Term III | 7th Semester | Work Term IV |
| Year 5 | 8th Semester | - | - |
Co-op Prep Program
The Co-op Prep Program is an interactive, experience-based initiative designed to help you develop skills and boost your career readiness before your first Co-op work term. By completing these modules, you’ll build the confidence, knowledge, and practical skills needed to successfully navigate the workplace and make the most of your Co-op experience. You will complete 5 professional development modules, including:
Gain a strong foundation for your co-op experience through an overview of the program, including valuable insights to help you navigate the journey ahead and essential tools for success.
Topics include:
- Co-op Journey Map
- Co-op Policy and Handbook
In partnership with the Ted Rogers Careers team, you will work to understand your unique combination of strengths. Learn how awareness of strengths and interests will open doors to different career pathways, guiding you to uncover opportunities aligned with your personal and professional goals.
Topics include:
- Career Discovery Workshop
Put your best foot forward by building and refining your personal brand, and learning how to confidently showcase yourself to employers. You’ll craft standout job application materials, sharpen your interview skills, and get hands-on with tools to boost your technical toolkit.
Topics include:
- Power of Excel Bootcamp: Business Fundamentals - Level 1-3
- Lumina Fundamentals & Workshop
- Resume and Cover Letter
- LinkedIn/Networking
- Preparing for the Interview
Topics include:
- Power of Excel Bootcamp: Business Fundamentals - Level 1-3
- Lumina Fundamentals & Workshop
- Resume and Cover Letter
- LinkedIn/Networking
- Preparing for the Interview
In this final module, you’ll explore two essential topics designed to help you navigate workplace dynamics with confidence, clarity, and professionalism. These sessions will equip you with practical strategies for recognizing and responding to microaggressions, as well as advocating for yourself and others in a respectful, impactful way.
You’ll then have the opportunity to bring your learning to life in a Live Actor Industry Simulation. This interactive experience places you in realistic workplace scenarios, giving you the chance to practice what you’ve learned in a safe, supportive environment—while also leveraging your Lumina knowledge.
Topics:
- Empower Me @ Work
- Microaggressions
- Live Actor Industry Simulation
- Power BI Bootcamp - Level 1-2*
*For Accounting and Finance Co-op students only
Introducing Co-op Connect, where new Ted Rogers Co-op students are seamlessly matched with experienced Senior Co-op Mentors in an exclusive peer mentorship program*.
The Co-op Connect Mentorship Program pairs new Ted Rogers Co-op students with experienced Senior Co-op Mentors. Mentees and Mentors are invited to exclusive events, plus our Senior Co-op Mentors enjoy additional mentorship opportunities from our esteemed Ted Rogers Alumni.
*Non-mandatory component of the Co-op Prep Program
Your co-op journey awaits
We’re committed to providing multiple pathways into the Ted Rogers Co-op Program. You can apply directly on the OUAC or, depending on your major, at the end of your first or second year.
If you’re not accepted into co-op initially, you’ll automatically be considered for the regular (non-co-op) program and will have another opportunity to apply as a current student.
For any admissions-related inquiries, please refer to each of our programs' Admissions pages:
The co-op option is not available for part-time first year entry (all majors), part-time Direct Entry students (all majors), or full-time Direct Entry students majoring in Economics and Management Science or Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
Please visit the Current Students page for details on the process for:
- Current full-time students in a 4 year program
- Transfer students
- Direct Entry students
- TMUIC students
More information to support you
All About Co-op Reports
Discover co-op opportunities in the 12 BComm majors through our Hub Insights reports, "All About Co-op." Each report will highlight a major and include
- Top co-op employers
- Skills employers are seeking
- Average hourly wage rates
- When you'll be working and studying
- Process of applying to co-op
- And more
More about TRSM
Home to over 12,000 students and more than 200 industry-connected faculty, the Ted Rogers School of Management (TRSM) at Toronto Metropolitan University is Canada's leading diverse, entrepreneurial business school centred in an urban learning environment.
The Ted Rogers School is developing collaborative, creative leaders who will drive 21st century business forward while making a positive impact on society.
More about Toronto Metropolitan University
Imagine attending university in the heart of downtown Toronto. Applying what you learn through opportunities both on campus and off. Learning to think critically about - and advocate for - social issues. And being empowered to develop an innovative, entrepreneurial mindset at every turn.
That’s life at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), Canada’s most urban university.
We are dedicated to supporting the (PDF file) TRSM 2025–2030 Strategic Plan by offering the largest English-speaking business co-op program in Canada.
Ted Rogers Co-op offers diverse co-op preparatory programming and champions lifelong learning and purposeful career development by delivering a strategic, data-driven, holistic co-op experience that continually evolves to meet industry needs.
As a team of dedicated career professionals with relevant industry experience, we offer personalized support, expanding access to inclusive opportunities and empowering students at every stage. Through deepening partnerships with employers and alumni to grow mentorship networks, our team fosters competitive work-integrated learning opportunities.
Our efforts and metropolitan environment create a lasting impact, transforming students into conscientious future leaders, strengthening our community and contributing to a more equitable economy in an evolving global marketplace.