This page is aimed at co-op students who are currently in-program in a Social Sciences co-op program option at McMaster.
Set yourself up for co-op success by getting involved, getting volunteer experience, and more!
Get involved, get to know people, and get experience in a co-op student liaison role.
After being accepted into the Social Sciences co-op program option, students have the opportunity to volunteer as a Level II Co-op Student Liaison. This position plays a crucial role in building the Social Sciences co-op student community.
Students will build leadership, public speaking, facilitation and many more professional skills that will transfer directly into co-op jobs. This position will look great on a resume!
Any Level II student in a Social Sciences Honours Co-op program option is eligible to become a Co-op Student Liaison. Interested students can reach out to their dedicated co-op program manager.
Review the pattern of work terms and academic terms scheduled into your academic plan for the next few years.
Whenever you prepare for a work term abroad or another experience that involves international travel, be sure to attend a Pre-Departure Session and to register your itinerary on Healix.
As a current student in a co-op program it’s important to understand the details of your program. Information common to all Social Sciences Co-op program options can be found in the ‘Programs by Faculty’ entry for the Faculty of Social Sciences in McMaster’s Undergraduate Calendar. The departmental sections of the calendar also outline program-specific requirements for required courses, prerequisites, et cetera.
The following policies and resources should guide your academic and work term planning:
WEBSITE
Updated May 2025
2026-2027 Academic Year
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2025-2026 Academic Year