FOR THE EMPLOYER

The Co-op & Internship Opportunities Program is designed to improve a student’s total learning by including a period of employment in a position relevant to the student’s interest.  The work periods are usually 15 weeks, may be full-time or part-time, and may be paid (co-op) or unpaid (internship).

A work experience program can benefit all parties, but it also brings responsibilities to each party.

Responsibilities of Cooperating Employer include:

§         To provide a meaningful, relevant job for the duration of the work experience.

§         To give first consideration to students referred by the Co-op and Internship Opportunities Program.

§         To evaluate student performance.

§         To allow access by College personnel for job and performance evaluation.

§         To consult with the College should situations arise that are in need of remediation.

Responsibilities of the Student include:

§         Concerted effort to secure a work experience opportunity

§         Completion of the work period.

§         Diligence in the performance of the job.

§         Completion of course requirements.

§         Immediate consultation with College personnel should questions or problems arise.

Responsibilities of the College and Instructors include:

§         Pre-screening of student participants to meet employers     standards.

§         Making every effort to provide a choice among students.

§         Availability to assist with questions or problems.

§         Providing feedback to employers as requested.

§         Providing materials and instruction to enhance the work experience.

§         Availability for guidance and questions.