Work experience

Georgian is a recognized leader in student work experience. Read success stories about co-op, internships and placements, and learn about valuable employer partners in our campus communities.

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Co-op student of the year discovers passion for civil engineering

David Visentin, a third-year Civil Engineering Technology  student, is recognized as the 2024 Co-op Student of the Year. David’s diverse career background and desire to find a career that fueled his passions led him to Georgian.

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Georgian’s Top 10 good news stories of 2023

Here’s a look back at some of our favourite good news stories from throughout 2023.

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Nursing in the North

As a Georgian student, you have the opportunity to practise what you learn in the classroom in real-world environments through work-integrated learning experiences (WIL). WIL experiences help you build confidence and the skills you need to succeed in your placements and post-graduation.

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Co-op student of the year discovers passion for civil engineering

David Visentin, a third-year Civil Engineering Technology  student, is recognized as the 2024 Co-op Student of the Year. David’s diverse career background and desire to find a career that fueled his passions led him to Georgian.

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Georgian’s Top 10 good news stories of 2023

Here’s a look back at some of our favourite good news stories from throughout 2023.

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Nursing in the North

As a Georgian student, you have the opportunity to practise what you learn in the classroom in real-world environments through work-integrated learning experiences (WIL). WIL experiences help you build confidence and the skills you need to succeed in your placements and post-graduation.

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Veterinary Technician grad finds employment thanks to placement

Did you know that almost all Georgian programs offer formal work-integrated learning experiences? Sasha Pratt, a recent Veterinary Technician grad, was able to secure her dream job thanks to her clinical placement.

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Georgian earns Work-Integrated Learning funding to enhance skill development in community partnerships

Georgian is offering a new bursary for students pursuing unpaid work-integrated learning experiences that will cover traditionally unpaid WIL experiences.

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Co-op Student of the Year pursues passion for computer programming

David Boldyrev, a second-year Computer Programming student is recognized as the 2023 Co-op Student of the Year. David’s passion for computers and programming is driven by his desire to upgrade his knowledge and skills to progress in a dynamic field.

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A summer spent sailing – Brooke’s co-op experience

Marine Technology student, Brooke Herrington shares her co-op experience during National Co-operative Education (co-op) and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) month.

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New graduate reflects on career change during the pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has made some people rethink their career path, and this was certainly true for Beth Reynolds who graduated from Georgian’s Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant program on June 14. “During this time, I questioned if I wanted to sit behind a desk for the rest of […]

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Co-op Student of the Year driven to learn new skills

Meet Spencer Walton, Georgian’s 2022 Co-op Student of the Year.

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Get the experience: co-op and beyond

At Georgian, we believe in the power of real-world opportunities — experiences that take you out of the classroom and immerse you in your industry. We can help you get experience as part of your program, so that you have the confidence and skills to succeed on the job. Here’s […]

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Why you should attend Changemaker in Residency Week March 14 to 18

Sarah Ortiz is a second-year Honours Bachelor of Counselling Psychology degree student who is passionate about changemaking. During Changemaker in Residency Week (CRW) taking place March 14 to 18,  she’ll be co-facilitating a session for students called How can I contribute to a more equitable, diverse and inclusive environment? She’s […]

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Georgian students prepare holiday meal for the homeless

Students, staff and faculty across Georgian love to give back to the community – and generosity is exceptionally high during the holiday season. Close to 40 second-year culinary students were busy prepping in the labs at the Barrie Campus this week, getting ready to serve a special holiday lunch – turkey with all […]

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