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(Defined as a "Cooperative" Experience)
Co-op Benefit
Students gain practical experience partnering with business leaders, which helps translate their academic training into real world experience providing a unique perspective on daily business operations.
It is a paid and structured employment experience in an “academic major” related function, which enables students an opportunity to sample the industry/function and strengthen professional credentials. In many instances, students are trusted with critical projects and may work alongside senior level professionals.
As students approach graduation, they comment that the Co-op experience helped them to “stand out” from the competition for full-time job interviews. Furthermore, employers have commented that the experience gained as a Co-op is invaluable in proving relevant skills to future employers seeking top talent.
- Average salary range: $10,000-$20,000
- Duration: Typical duration is 6 months
- Commitment: 35 hours per week over 6 months
- Co-op periods: June to December or January through June
- May be approved for 6 credits applied towards requirements, 3 “major elective” and 3 “restricted” free
Students have secured Co-op employment in finance and supply chain management positions with top global corporations such as Johnson and Johnson and Bristol Meyers Squibb.
- Click here for the Co-op contract and guide 2011-2012
- Click here for highlights of the Co-op approval process
- Compare the Co-op, Internship, Externship Experience
How do I find a Co-op Opportunity?
- Job Postings - Applying for opportunities via RaiderNet available to RBS-Newark students
- Career Fairs - Check out the Events Page for more information. Don’t miss out! Companies visit Rutgers to target students within the business undergraduate community.
- Your peers - Many of your peers are aware of Co-op opportunities or have been employed as a past Co-op, which might be of interest. Network with your peers and inquire to find out what they know. Ask the juniors and seniors who have had opportunities as Co-ops for advice!
- Professors - At times, you will find they are connected directly to the organizations on your target list. Be aware that faculty value their corporate network and relationships. They may be cautious about leveraging their network unless they know you well enough to make a recommendation.
- Personal Network - Your parents, friends, and others may be aware of Co-op opportunities if they knew you were seeking. Let people around you know what you are looking for. Contacts are everywhere.
Who’s Eligible*?
All undergraduate students at RBS-Newark are eligible to apply for credit approval via specific courses available during the registration period within each major: Accounting, Finance, Management, Supply Chain Management, Marketing and Management Information Systems.
*Please make sure you review the contract to understand what “eligibility” requires.
How Do I Register For Credit?
Students must complete the steps indicated in the co-op guide and contract agreement. Registration for the Co-op credit course occurs only during the normal add/drop period for the semester in which the co-op begins
- A student may only register for up to a maximum of 15 credits in the semester that he or she will receive academic credit for a Co-op (which includes the Co-op 6 credit course). You must register for a minimum of 6-9 additional credits to maintain full-time student status.
- Registration period & Add/Drop schedule
You may choose to discuss your schedule with an academic advisor either via appointment, e-mail or during walk-in hours to discuss the probability of securing a Co-op and how it affects your credits and course selection.
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