Is co-op an option for all majors? |
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No. Co-op is available to students in the Business, Technology, and Graphic Design
programs. Co-op is required for students enrolled in the following programs: |
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Administration and Information Management |
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Architectural/Construction Technology |
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Electronics/Robotics Technology |
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Hospitality Studies |
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The opportunity to participate in co-op is dependent on the availability
of appropriate jobs in business and industry. Students must also meet eligibility
requirements. |
Is the co-op job a paid experience? |
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Yes. Off-campus salaries are set by the employer. The average salary
for off-campus positions is currently $11.12 per hour. On-campus positions pay
$6.25 per hour. |
Is academic credit awarded? |
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Yes. Students register and pay for 1 - 3 academic credits each
semester on the job, depending on their major. Students receive a letter grade
for their work experience. |
Is a job guaranteed? |
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No. Each job has qualifiers as dictated by the employer. As with
any job, each position involves the interview process. The opportunity to
participate in co-op is dependent on the availability of appropriate jobs in
business and industry and employer selection. |
How long can I keep the co-op job? |
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There is a mutual agreement by the student and the employer
that the job will last for a full semester. At the end of the semester, a decision
will be made about continued employment. Many co-op students stay on their job for
multiple semesters. On average, over 80% of the off-campus employers offer permanent
positions to the student after graduation. |
How long do I have to work to receive academic credit? |
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In most instances, the student must work a full 15 weeks to
receive academic credit. |
