How to Participate in the Co-op Program

The First Step

Attend one of the Co-op Orientation Sessions offered throughout the semester. At the orientation, a Co-op Coordinator will explain how the Co-op Program focuses on placing Students in paid co-op/internship positions for which they earn credit hours. There will also be some time devoted to developing an effective resume, as well as discussing interviewing tips and strategies. At the end of the orientation session, students will be invited to fill out an application to participate in the Co-op Program.

Process to Become a Co-op Student:

• Application Process
  Attend an Orientation Session. Fill out and hand in the application form.

  Get Faculty Recommendation Form filled out and signed. Hand in.

  Re-do resume according to format sheet. Hand in.

• Paper Work Now Complete
  A Coordinator in Co-op Office will check your file for minimum qualifications and submit it to your department for review.

• If File Approved
  You will receive an email. or phone call, and your Co-op Coordinator will schedule an individual meeting with you.

  At the meeting, you will receive advice on polishing your resume and discuss the job search process with your Coordinator.

• Job Search Process
  Check current job listings on this web site and let your Coordinator know if you are interested in applying for any of these positions.

  You can also research employers you would like to work for and give this information to your Coordinator.

• Job Referral Process
  Your Coordinator will fax or email your resume to targeted employers.

  An employer who decides to interview you will contact you directly to set up the interview. Have a good contact phone # and a current email address on your resume!

  Notify your Coordinator when you receive and/or accept a job offer. She/he will send you a Placement Packet.

• Get the Job!
  Sign up (or be signed up for) credit hours and pay any additional registration fees if they are required.

  Follow the instructions in your Placement Packet.

Remember: Your Co-op file needs to be complete and approved by your department before you begin your job search through Co-op.