Experiential Learning
Cooperative Education
Now in its 100th year at Northeastern University, the world's most innovative cooperative education program is well positioned to prepare students for the global challenges of the next 100 years. Since its founding in 1909, our co-op program has always evolved to meet the changing needs of our students and our world. In the next century, we will continue to develop co-op's global potential, and continue to empower our students to navigate the unknown.
Co-op, integrated with classroom studies, enables our students to make an impact in the world-before they graduate. Students alternate semesters of classroom study with up to 18 months of professional experience related to your major or career interest. You can choose from more than 2,000 employers around the world, and you can pursue co-op as part of a four-year or five-year degree program. A network of co-op coordinators affiliated with each college is available to support students in preparing for and succeeding on their co-ops.
Did you know?
"More than three-quarters of employers say they would prefer to hire new college graduates who have relevant work experience"
Job Outlook 2009, National Association of Colleges and Employers.
