About Co-operative Education at Memorial University

Our Vision

To be recognized locally, nationally, and internationally as a centre of excellence for co-operative education and as a key contributor to our students' learning, growth and development.

Our Mission

To continue to develop and maintain the highest quality learning environment for students enrolled in the co-operative education programs at Memorial University that prepares graduates to participate in furthering the social and economic development of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, and the world. To provide service to students, employers, and faculty that results in the best co-operative education experience possible.To promote the values of Co-operative Education and Experiential Learning to prospective students, current students, and employers.To develop and maintain a quality professional development programs for co-operative education practitioners and staff at Memorial.

Our Values

We believe that co-operative education provides a superior learning model for students and helps them prepare for their future careers. We believe that a strong partnership between co-operative education practitioners, faculty, students, and employers will add value to the learning experience of students. We believe in the equal value of all students. We believe that all stakeholders deserve outstanding service. We believe that we should celebrate the successes of our programs, our students, our employers, and our practitioners.