Stories and Updates

In this Q & A spotlight, Bachelor of Management grad Akshat Porwal reflects on his journey at UBC Okanagan—including leadership with the Management Student Association and a transformative co-op experience at RBC.

Insha Hooda reflects on her transformative journey at UBC Okanagan, from overcoming personal challenges to founding a student chapter of Engineers in Action. Through the Co-op Program and deep campus involvement, she gained hands-on experience, built meaningful connections, and discovered a passion for leadership rooted in impact.

Discover how easy it is to hire UBCO Co-op students in just five steps, celebrate our 2024 Co-op Student of the Year, explore funding opportunities, and see the impact our program made in 2024. Plus, join the nationwide celebration of Co-op and Work-Integrated Learning Month with CEWIL!

Throughout the 2023–2024 academic year, the Interdisciplinary Co-op Education Program strengthened connections between academia and industry, advancing integrative learning, equity, and strategic partnerships. This report showcases the program’s ongoing efforts to enhance quality and impact, emphasizing reflective practice and cross-campus collaboration to enrich student learning and career readiness.

Stay informed and engaged — everything you need to know for Winter Co-op hiring, our newest team member, funding, and opportunities to get involved.

It only took 10 seconds of courage for Egan Wong to discover his passion for marketing and content creation. A vibrant 4th-year Bachelor of Management student at UBCO, Egan is currently diving deep into the world of marketing through his co-op placement.