Testimonials

Co-operative Education program

photo of Dr. Carolyn Binder with a quote saying “Looking back at my career path, it is obvious to me that the Physics co-op program was an essential stepping stone to get me to where I am today." Dr. Binder is a Defense Scientist with Defense Research and Development Canada, a 2019 UPEI Honours Physics graduate, and a 2017 PhD in Physical Oceanography Graduate from Dalhousie

photo of Patricia Kibenge–MacLeod with a quote saying “Co-operative Education allowed me to practice concepts I learned from my courses in a supported real-world setting.” Patricia is a Computer Science PhD student at Dalhousie University, and a 2019 UPEI Honours Computer Science graduate.

photo of Paul Taiwo-Adeyemo with a quote saying “After my work terms I was more employable that I would have ever been.” Paul is a Microbiology and Molecular Biology Technician with MicroSintesis Inc., and a 2019 UPEI Biology graduate.

photo of Teresa Tu with the quote “The Co-op Office provided me with resources to ensure I was prepared for the challenges in the workforce.” Teresa is a Program Office with the PEI Office of Immigration, and a 2016 UPEI Bachelor of Business graduate.

Work-Integrated Learning Programming

photo of Joey Vo with a quote saying "As an international student at UPEI, the digital badge program prepared me with essential knowledge for the Canadian job market." Joey is a graduate of upei's bba program.

photo of upei student Amin Ataherian with overlaid text reading: The International Student Employment Support program was the best experience for me and I'm so glad I participated in this program."

photo of male student with quote reading ISESP "is an amazing opportunity for international students to break early into the work field of their desire, just like I did."

Experiential Education and Work-Integrated Learning

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