HKUST Alumni

Application Process

	Timeline	Action
□	16 Sep 2021	Attend the Co-op Info Session (Optional)
□	27 Sep 2021	Attend CV and cover letter workshop hosted by SHSS and Career Center (Optional but strongly suggested)
□	8 Oct 2021	Apply online to the Co-op program by the extended deadline of 11:59 pm on 8 October 2021 (Friday)
□	Early Oct 2021	Selection process (shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview)
□	20 Oct 2021	Attend interview skills workshop hosted by SHSS and Career Center (Optional but strongly suggested)

Co-op Program

	Timeline	Action
□	Oct-Nov 2021	Attend 2 pre-employment training workshops (Mandatory for all Co-op students)
□	Oct-Nov 2021	Apply for co-op jobs
□	Nov-Dec 2021	Attend interview(s) with potential employers
□	Dec 2021	Confirm your acceptance of the job offer (if applicable)
□	Jan 2022	At the start of your work term: Sign the employment contract provided by your employer Attend the workplace orientation conducted by your employer Arrange a meeting with your supervisor to set your S.M.A.R.T. learning objectives
□	Jan 2022	Work with Co-op program staff to enroll into SHSS 1050 in Winter 2021/2022 (Only students who successfully land a job offer will be enrolled in the co-op course for credit)
□	Feb 2022	An alum mentor will be assigned to you to help you with your personal / professional development
□	Feb 2022	Submit your initial report
□	Mar 2022	Check-in with your alum mentor
□	Apr 2022	Participate in the site visit conducted by co-op program staff (by phone or in-person)
□	May 2022	2nd check-in with your alum mentor
□	Jun 2022	End of work term and submit your final report
□	Jun / Jul 2022	Submit your online evaluation of your Co-op experience
□	Jun / Jul 2022	Send a thank you note to your employer and mentor