Carleton University

Carleton University undergraduates enjoy strong career outcomes, with 87.7% employed within their field shortly after graduation. The university’s reputation for producing skilled, career-ready professionals is strengthened by partnerships with government, industry, research institutions and nonprofits, giving students direct access to co-ops, internships, practicums and field placements that often lead to full-time employment. Carleton places an emphasis on employability by ensuring that students can articulate the skills that are being learned in the classroom and transferring them into the labour force.

Students benefit from hands-on learning and career preparation built into their programs, including career counselling, workshops, portfolio and resume development, interview coaching and networking opportunities. Regular career fairs and employer events connect students with multinational organizations, while alumni networks provide guidance and mentorship, helping graduates launch successful careers across business, technology, government, research and the nonprofit sector.

By combining experiential learning, strong partnerships, alumni support and dedicated career services, Carleton ensures students are not only prepared academically but ready to thrive in competitive, impactful careers worldwide.

• Career Services

Carleton University offers one of the most extensive and fastest growing co-op programs in Canada, with over 200 co-op programs, internships, research placements and community-based projects.

Paid work terms are available across government, industry, technology, nonprofits and research institutions, allowing students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings while building professional networks. Co-op work terms alternate with academic terms, providing career-relevant experience and, in some cases, hours toward professional designations.

For programs without a formal co-op option, internships, practicums and field placements offer valuable experience, skill development and networking opportunities, all while earning academic credit. These opportunities equip students with practical skills and connections that support career readiness and success upon graduation.

With the support from the Career Services office, students will be able to articulate the employability skills gained in the classroom.

• Undergraduate co-op
• Graduate co-op
• I nternational Student Employability