Co-operative Education Incentive
Application FormBefore you begin:
The program guidelines form part of your funding agreement with the province. Completing this application indicates that you agree to be bound by those guidelines.
https://novascotia.ca/programs/co-op-education-incentive/Coop_Education_Incentive_Book.pdf
Fall 2026 Applications
Please note: Applications that do not meet program requirements below will be returned for correction.
You are applying for Fall Term, 2026 – students can work between September 1 and December 31, 2026.
* Co-op students hired using this incentive must work full-time during their work term, and be returning to studies afterwards.
* The program funds work terms of 12-16 weeks – so long as they meet the student’s co-op program requirements.
* The total time worked should be between 390 and 640 hours.
* You must pay at least $19.50 per hour.
* Employers must pay a minimum wage of $19.50 per hour (plus vacation pay and other mandatory employment costs). Preference will be given to positions which offer higher wages.
Longer terms are available in some education programs – please confirm with the Co-op Coordinator at the post-secondary institution.
Multiple positions can be submitted on one application, but:
* All positions on the application must have a work location in the same county.
* If you are requesting positions in more than one county, please make one application for each county.
If you are looking for students for both one- and two-term positions:
* Positions that are 16 weeks or shorter (one term) should be on one application.
* Positions that will run for 26-32 weeks (two terms) should be on a second application.
Important! Endorsement
Positions cannot be considered unless they have been seen and accepted (endorsed) by a Nova Scotia Co-operative Education Program. You must communicate with a Co-op program and have your job reviewed before you apply.
A list of Co-op Coordinators is found on the program website to help you select the university / college that can provide you with a Co-op student that best meets your job requirements.