North Island College and Vancouver Island University are receiving funding to support co-op programs.
The funding was provided by the province to mark National Co-op Week.
NIC Coordinator for Work Integrated Education, Anita Budisa-Bonneau, says one of the focuses will be outreach into the business community to try and create more co-op opportunities for students.
She says co-ops provide invaluable experiences for students.
Both NIC and VIU are receiving $75,000 in one time funding.
