What are the primary benefits of the Coop Program?
Students are enthusiastic about the opportunities Coop offers to explore possible careers, to apply what they have learned in school to real work situations, to gain relevant work experience and business contacts that can assist in getting a good job after graduation, and to earn money to help with college and living expenses. Practical experience, technical knowledge, financial remuneration, confidence, assurance, and better understanding of academics are all benefits of the co-op experience in addition to the academic credits earned by the student. The co-op experience has also immensely benefited graduating students in their job search. Although many students eventually accept permanent employment with their co-op employers, many others find that they have multiple offers to select from; many with a higher than average starting salary.
