Alternance travail-études (ATE)
Application Deadline
March 1st for the Fall Semester
Summary
The Alternance travail-études (ATE) Work Placement program is an excellent opportunity for students to confirm and clarify their career choice. It also allows students to apply knowledge acquired in the classroom to an actual work context with a series of 2 paid summer work placements over the course of their studies.
The Work Placement Program is offered in two technical programs: Accounting and Management Technology and Computer Science Technology.
Students who successfully complete two (ATE) work placements will receive a note of participation on their official college transcript.
If you are interested in applying for the Alternance travail-études (ATE) Work placement program, and if your meet the eligibility requirements listed below, please contact the ATE Work Placement Coordinator.
All students must meet the following requirements in order to qualify for a work placement (ATE):
- Be registered as a full-time student in the AMT or CST program at the time of application;
- Meet specific eligibility requirements for each Work placement;
- Maintain an average of 70% in core courses prior to the placement;
- Be registered for full-time studies after the placement;
- Pay the ATE administration fee of $80.00 by April 30.
- Be eligible to work in Canada*.
*International students should consult Canada Citizenship & Immigration and the Champlain-Lennoxville Registrar’s Office for more information. Please note that some positions may be open to Canadian citizens only.
First Year Work Placement (ATE) – Specific Eligibility Requirements
In addition to the general eligibility requirements noted above, students must meet the following specific requirements to be eligible for their first Alternance Travail-études (ATE) work placement:
- Be registered as a full-time student in the AMT or CST program.
- Have successfully completed all first semester program-specific courses.
- Attend any preparatory activities mandated by the College (including CV writing, etc.).
- Have a 70% average after their first semester.
Second Year Work Placement (ATE) – Specific Eligibility Requirements
In addition to the general eligibility requirements noted above, students must meet the following specific requirements to be eligible for their second Alternance Travail-études (ATE) placement:
- Have successfully completed all first, second, and third semester program-specific courses.
- Be registered for full-time studies after the placement.
- Attend any preparatory activities mandated by the ATE Coordinator.
- Have a cumulative average of 70% after their third semester.
- Have received an overall performance rating of average or better in their first ATE placement.
