As a co-op at Apption you will gain hands-on experience with the latest technology, be apart of a dynamic, supportive team, and have ownership of your tasks. Our team is consistently striving to bring together a positive, growth-driven work environment coupled with the latest advancements in technology. Our culture is centered around collaboration, task-ownership, creativity, and innovation. This environment has allowed our team to flourish, promoting each member to bring their strengths to the table. Our team is constantly finding new ways to stay dynamic and bringing on co-op students has been an excellent accelerator.
For over 18 years, integrating co-op students into our team has been a part of Apption's professional hiring strategy. Since 2005, we've welcomed countless co-op students, with many transitioning into full-time roles post-graduation.
We started hiring co-op students because we wanted to give students a chance to gain real life work experiences to support their academic learning. - Brian Joe, CEO
Given our focus on data, analytics, and AI, staying ahead with the latest innovations and technological advancements is essential to our success in the evolving industry. Over the years, we've held partnerships with universities, collaborating on AI research initiatives. This includes working closely with master's and PhD students, lending support to our research and development endeavors, and fostering a dynamic environment of continuous learning and innovation.
Apption is committed to promoting the future leaders in data, science, development, and analytics. By providing hands-on experience in the field, students are better prepared for success in their education and in their future careers.
The Apption Co-op Experience
If you join Apption for co-op, you will not only gain incredible experience in your field, but you will also have an enjoyable experience with a dynamic and supportive team. During your co-op you will receive close mentorship from an experienced team, take ownership on real projects using the latest technology, and join a culture of collaboration and fun (with team events too!).
Mentorship
Since 2005, we’ve had numerous co-op students join our team, with many coming back full time after graduation. Our experienced team has been in your shoes and is committed to providing close mentorship to set you up for success.
Ownership
We promote the ownership of tasks on real projects. We work with many established clients asking for the latest technology and have a track record of launching successful products out of our product incubator. While you’re at Apption, you’ll be promoted to use your skills and take ownership of tasks using the latest technology.
Culture
You will be joining a fun, collaborative team focused on your success. Our team works in an agile fashion where everyone is invited to contribute their unique ideas. We strive to bring fun into the workplace by hosting team events.
Apption’s Success Stories
Currently, seven of our full-time developers were first introduced to our team through co-op placements and later joined Apption post-graduation. By providing students with the resources, guidance, and opportunities they need to excel, we have established ourselves as a destination of choice for aspiring professionals looking to kickstart their careers in the dynamic world of technology.
Aashna, full-stack developer co-op student, knows that her co-op experience has developed not only her skills, but a higher level of confidence of her future career. One of Aashna’s biggest takeaways has been the importance of scalability, learning how choosing the right tools from the get-go instead of forcing a fit goes a long way in a successful project.
My education taught me the basics of thinking, but during my co-op, I have been able to apply those concepts to create something concrete… Working at Apption, I have been able to take ownership of my work and flesh out ideas, which has been incredibly rewarding. - Aashna, Co-op Student, Carleton University
Read on as some of our current full-time team members share their past experience as a co-op:
Siyad, software developer, finished his co-op term at Apption with full confidence of the future due his experience having full ownership of features, the ability to work autonomously, and the helpfulness and approachability of our team.
During my Co-op at Apption while working on Datahunter and other projects, I was given the privilege to fully own features and allow myself to be creative in the solution to these features. It gave me a sense of autonomy and boosted my confidence in being able to develop software without being given step by step guides to a solution. - Siyad, Developer
Dicong, software developer, finished his co-op term at Apption with advanced knowledge and skills from the hands-on experience working with new technologies and frameworks. One of his notable takeaways was working on big file and database analysis paired with his knowledge of machine learning.
Collaborating with knowledgeable developers helped me broaden my technical expertise and exposed me to new tools and methodologies. This blend of practical experience and mentorship shaped my problem-solving approach and enhanced my ability to work efficiently in diverse teams. - Dicong, Developer
Nick, lead developer at Datahunter, completed his co-op term at Apption with experience in multiple layers of the tech stack, working on backend, frontend, and algorithms. The support and collaboration throughout broadened his technical knowledge and professional growth.
At Apption, my co-op experiences exposed me to all aspects of development, helping me realize I enjoy being a generalist who can tackle any challenge that comes my way. This clarity instilled confidence in my future career path. - Nick, Lead Developer
Yannick, senior developer, felt that his co-op experience left him with exposure to a broad range of tech stacks and development processes while also benefitting his coursework.
Apption isn't afraid of exploring cutting edge tech stacks and the work environment here strongly encourages autonomy, collaboration, and exploration which are the most important things for growth. - Yannick, Senior Developer
Gabriel, software developer, felt that the freedom to experiment with ideas throughout his co-op experience allowed him to push beyond his limits and grow as a developer.
As a student, co-op helped me get a better understanding of what I should be getting out of my education; a concrete target, beyond midterms and finals, to evaluate my comprehension of the fundamentals that universities provide and collaborating with peers. - Gabriel, Developer
Apption’s Approach to Co-op
5 Best Practices to Support Our Co-op Students
Cultivate a supportive environment
Promote task ownership, foster collaboration
Provide Autonomy
Promote creativity
Maintain a “constantly exploring” mindset
At Apption, our approach to managing co-op student hires is centered around fostering a supportive environment where every team member feels empowered to excel. We prioritize promoting ownership of tasks, encouraging co-op students to take initiative and lead within projects from inception to completion. Collaboration is at the heart of our culture, with cross-functional teams working together seamlessly to achieve shared goals. We believe in providing autonomy on projects, allowing co-op students the freedom to explore their ideas and solutions while offering guidance and support along the way.
It felt validating knowing that the company can trust you when it comes to handling tasks… The ownership of projects and features or tasks gave a sense of belonging, in that you are a piece of the company that is important, rather than just a worker doing a task. - Siyad, Developer
Moreover, we actively promote creativity, recognizing that innovation thrives in an environment where diverse perspectives are embraced, and creativity is encouraged. With a mindset centered on "constantly exploring," we remain at the forefront of technological advancements, equipping our co-op students with the tools and resources needed to stay ahead in an ever-evolving industry. With some of our main focuses being dataOps, data agility, AI and analytics, our students are sure to advance their knowledge and skillset in the industry.
Apption provides an environment where we're constantly exploring new technologies and staying at the cutting edge of industry trends. - Nick, Lead Developer
In conclusion, we are dedicated to fostering a positive and growth-driven work environment while embracing the latest advancements in technology. Over the past 18 years, integrating co-op students into our team has been a cornerstone of our hiring strategy, resulting in numerous success stories of co-op students transitioning into full-time roles post-graduation.
As a company focused on data, analytics, and AI, we understand the importance of staying ahead of technological advancements, which is why we actively engage in partnerships with universities and invest in AI research initiatives. Our co-op program is not just about providing hands-on experience; it's about nurturing talent, empowering individuals, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
