About The Role

Job Summary: The Program Assistant will provide administrative support, and contribute to strategies and processes that will further develop cooperative education. Acting as a key liaison with the Academic Advising department, the Program Assistant will also advise and direct students on all program matters pertaining to the co-op and internship program, as well as their academic program upon their return. Responsibilities/accountabilities: Administrative and Program Coordination Provide administrative support to co-op programming Respond to general inquiries from students, faculty, staff, industry and community stakeholders Facilitate submission of all work reports Design surveys and facilitate coordination of meetings Coordinate offsite employer and student placement visits Program Promotion and Event Support Assists with the creation and maintenance of promotional materials related to co-op Market and promote student participation in employment related events such as job fairs and recruitment sessions Participate in and support Open Houses and related institutional activities Student Support Provide guidance and support to students with regards to eligibility criteria for co-op and internship programs, and provide strategies to ensure eligibility is met