Cooperative Education (Co-op) Program
A co-op, short for cooperative education, is a structured learning experience that combines classroom study with real-world work experience. In short, it is paid work aligned with your major and career interests that connects classroom learning to hands-on experience, helping you build professional skills, confidence, and explore career paths while in school. Typically, co-op opportunities allow you to work in an organization for 35 to 40 hours per week during a three to six-month timeframe. Co-ops are more than just jobs. They are intentional, career-aligned opportunities that provide:- Practical experience in your field, helping you understand how professionals apply knowledge in real settings.
- Structured mentorship and supervision, ensuring that your work experience is guided, supported, and connected to your long-term career goals.
- Opportunities for career exploration, enabling you to test your interests and clarify your career direction before graduation.
- Skills that employers value, such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and industry-specific competencies.
Ready to learn more and participate in the Fall 2026 Co-op program? Please complete the interest form linked below.
