BCIT co-op program offers employers access to automotive students for 2026 term
The Automotive Retailers Association is encouraging members to participate in BCIT’s Automotive Service Technician and Operations Co-op program by hosting students for the April to September 2026 term.
This program connects automotive employers with motivated BCIT students who are gaining real-world, industry-relevant experience while completing their studies. Employers are now invited to submit job postings, and ARA is pleased to help promote these opportunities to support workforce attraction and development across British Columbia.
Key details for employers:
Paid positions, with wages set by the employer
Students work under the supervision of an industry professional
Roles should provide hands-on, industry-related skill development
Target of at least 660 hours over the work term
Employers will be asked to provide feedback on student performance
The deadline to submit job postings is Friday, February 20, 2026, with student resumes shared the week of March 9, 2026. Employers who have previously posted with the BCIT Co-op program may request to reuse an existing posting.
ARA supports initiatives like this that help strengthen the industry’s talent pipeline and provide practical pathways for students entering the automotive sector.
For more information on the program, including how it differs from the apprenticeship pathway, employers can review the BCIT ASTO Co-op Program Overview or contact Jacqueline Craig, Co-op Coordinator, directly via email.