CO-OP CONNECT 2025
BUILDING CONFIDENCE FOR INTERVIEWS
Join us for Co-op Connect, an event hosted by the KPU Career Development Centre and sponsored in part by the KPU Alumni Association. Co-op students will have the opportunity to practice their interviewing skills in a supportive environment, while alumni will have the chance to share their expertise and engage meaningfully with their university community.
Please Join Us!
Thursday, October 23, 2025
3:30 - 4:00 PM: Check-In
4:00 - 5:00 PM: Interview Prep Workshop
5:00 - 8:00pm: Main Event
KPU Surrey Conference Centre
Why Attend Co-op Connect?
Interviews are one of the toughest parts of landing a Co-op job, but they’re also your chance to shine. This event is your opportunity to practice in a safe, supportive space with KPU alumni who are HR professionals and hiring managers.
At Co-op Connect, you’ll:
- Practice Real Interview Skills: Rotate through activities that focus on introductions, answering curveball questions, and leaving a strong impression with closing statements.
- Get Personalized Feedback: Learn directly from KPU alumni who are HR professionals and hiring managers, people who have sat on the other side of the table and know what employers are really looking for.
- Build Lifelong Career Skills: Beyond Co-op, the interview skills you practice here will help you in your career for years to come.
- Learn in a Safe Space: This is your chance to make mistakes, ask questions, and grow, before stepping into a real interview.
- Connect with Alumni: Gain insights and encouragement from graduates who’ve been where you are, and who want to see you succeed.
This is more than practice — it’s a chance to gain confidence, stand out in your Co-op job search, and build skills you’ll use throughout your career. Register now!
Event Registration
CO-OP STUDENT REGISTRATION
Registration for Co-op Connect 2025 is on a first-come, first-served basis and is open to students seeking Spring/Summer 2026 co-op placements. Space is limited. If you're unable to attend, please inform our team promptly so that your spot can be offered to another student.
CO-OP ALUMNI REGISTRATION
Registration for Co-op Connect 2025 is exclusively for Co-op Alumni. Your presence is crucial as current co-op students greatly value the opportunity to learn from your experiences. We kindly request that you inform our team promptly if you are unable to attend, allowing us to extend the opportunity to another alum.
A Look Back at 2024 KPU Co-op Connect
KPU Alumni Stories
Get to know some of the alumni in advance by reading their KPU success stories here (more alumni stories to come)
Interview Resources
Log in to Career Connection (KPU Student/Alumni Job Board).
Once you are logged in, go to Resources/Resources Library and search for 'Interview' to view the resources below
