Why should I hire a co-op student? |
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Large and small companies, as well as public sector and nonprofit organizations,
have found co-op to be a cost effective way to recruit temporary or permanent
employees. |
What qualifications will the students have? |
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Students will have completed at least 50% of their required courses.
Employers can require the completion of specific courses and a minimum
grade point average. Co-op students bring state of the art technical
knowledge to their work assignments. They are eager to learn and enthusiastic. |
Who pays the student? |
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The employer determines the salary and pays the student. Benefits,
if any, are also determined by the employer. |
Who determines the work schedule? |
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Students are available year round for full or part-time positions.
They can be hired for short term or multiple semester assignments. The
employer determines the work schedule which is mutually agreed upon at
the time of hire. Students can complete their academic studies through
day or evening classes. |
Do co-op students stay with the employer after graduation? |
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Oftentimes, co-op students are hired by the employer upon graduation.
Co-op students are a natural employment base. There is, however, no hiring
commitment on the part of the employer. |
What if I have other questions? |
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Ask the Cooperative Education Office at the number provided! |
