High achievers (Macquarie Co-op Program)

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Engage with our bright and motivated students

By offering talented students professional experience within your workplace, you’ll not only gain fresh perspectives from the brightest young minds, but also foster their comprehensive education and career preparation.

Macquarie University’s Cooperative Education (Co-op) program will provide you with the opportunity to host high-achieving students in your organisation on placements.

Our students bring with them outstanding communication skills, creativity, ethical practice and demonstrated leadership potential.

Here as a student? Find out more about becoming a Co-op student.

Our Co-op programs

Macquarie University is currently offering the following Co-op Program:

What intrigued me about Macquarie University’s Co-op Program is the invaluable opportunities offered, such as incorporating my university studies into practical settings, and forming connections in the Actuarial industry. These experiences will provide me with a head start in my career, by enhancing both my personal and professional skills.

Why partner with Co-op?

  • Increase brand recognition. Boost your organisation's profile by leveraging from our reputation and networks.
  • The programs employ an innovative approach, designed to meet the changing nature of work. Participate in the co-creation of this innovative, future-focused program.
  • Engage with tomorrow's leaders. Our highly talented students can bring refreshing new perspectives to your business.
  • networks and socialises with students and other industry partners
  • provides three industry placements for three different students over a total period of 15 months
  • provides financial support for students over four years
  • co-creates curriculum with students and university staff.

2024

Sign up to become a Co-op partner

2025

Host student visit to your organisation

Dec 2025 - Feb 2026

Host first student on placement

2026

Post-placement presentation to partners

Jan - June 2027

Host second student placement

July – Dec 2027

Host third student placement

2028

Post-placement presentation to partners

2028

Participate in graduate recruitment process

Partner with us

We are seeking industry partners in this future-focused program.

To find out more, contact the Co-op and Internships team.

The Co-op program established a strong link between the business and the MQ university, making the flow of talents easier. The co-op students also benefited from the unique working experience they were able to accumulate whilst study towards a degree. A win-win-win situation.

Our Co-op partners