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Co-op for User Experience Design Students

As a Laurier User Experience Design (UXD) student, you will gain in-depth knowledge of design thinking, information architecture, interface design, interaction design, usability testing and product research and development.

During your extended work term, you'll develop strong technical skills in lab and studio environments and can apply your skills in industry, government or community organizations.

How User Experience Design Co-op Works

Co-op allows you to develop skills and gain real-world experience while completing paid work terms.

You are required to apply for admission to co-op at the beginning of third year and participate in a competitive entry process. Employers begin recruiting students for co-op positions in January for work terms that start in May.

If you are admitted to co-op, you will get assistance with career planning, job search and interview preparation through the Fundamentals of Co-operative Education course. You will then apply to job postings and attend interviews.

Learn more about applying to co-op.

Course Sequencing

Students in the UXD co-op program complete a 12- to 18-month work term from May through August of the following year.

**Work/Study Sequence: UXD Co-op**
Year	Fall (September to December)	Winter (January to April)	Spring (May to August)
1	Study Term	Study Term	Break
2	Study Term	Study Term	Break
3	Study Term	Study Term	Work Term 1
4	Work Term 2	Work Term 3	Work Term 4
5	Study Term	Study Term	N/A

jobs posted for co-op students

employers who recruit co-op students every year

average weekly salary for spring/fall 2021

Sample Jobs and Experiences

Co-op is a great experience! Don't believe us? Let our UXD students tell you about their experiences participating in co-op opportunities through Laurier. Hear more about:

Sample UXD co-op positions include:

information architect
marketing designer/director
usability specialist
user experience analyst
visual designer

“Our co-op program is very strong. Laurier students are talented and have a reputation for being flexible and motivated. It’s a strong track record, and the word gets out."

Laurie Lahn, associate director of co-operative education