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Earn while you learn

Check out the many work-integrated learning opportunities at UCalgary

Work-integrated learning at UCalgary

Looking for opportunities for hands-on learning? Want to get your start in an industry related to your field of study? 

More than a quarter of UCalgary students benefit from co-ops, practicums and internships. You can gain valuable work experience and make connections with potential employers. You’ll also find placements with many leading companies, including Amazon, Garmin, Suncor and BMW!

What are work-integrated learning options?

Co-ops

Internships

Practicums

Research, clinical and field experience or community engagement

Isik

One of the reasons I applied for UCalgary was the internship program. Right now I’m at ATCO, working in their Ashcor division. I help engineers with ash recovery operations. It's a great opportunity to gain eperience and increases your chances to find a good job when you graduate.

Isik, about his internship with ATCO as part of the Schulich School of Engineering.

This course will help you gain transferable skills you can use in the workplace. Learn about UNIV 304: Experiential Learning in the Workplace.

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UCalgary's Experience Catalogue

UCalgary's Experience Catalogue helps you find ways to use what you’re learning at university in real-life work experiences. This includes work-integrated learning, where you get to work on real projects and gain hands-on experience in different fields.


Explore work-integrated learning opportunities

Check out these blog posts to learn more about co-ops, internships and practicums at UCalgary. 

Why do a co-op or internship at UCalgary?

Learn about co-op and internship programs at the University of Calgary and how the experience can enhance your degree!

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Exploring practicums at UCalgary

Learn about which UCalgary undergraduate programs offer practicums, field experience and work-integrated learning opportunities!

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