Fall 2018 Co-op Sign-Up

1. Intent to go on Co-op for
Summer 2/Fall, 2018
COLLEGE OF SCIENCE

2. If you are planning to go on
co-op in Summer 2/Fall 2018
You must have completed the Co-op Preparation class during or before
the Spring 2018 semester.
You must fill out the web form at the end of this presentation by Friday,
January 19th.
If you are not currently in the Co-op Prep class, you must schedule a
meeting with your Co-op Coordinator to review your resume. You can
do so on the MyNEU Advisor Calendar. Students enrolled in the Co-op
Prep class in the Spring 2018 semester will be doing this in class.

3. Tips for a Successful Co-op Search
Keep an open mind about the type of experiences you are willing to
apply for, especially for your first co-op.
Co-op is a competitive process, and employment is not guaranteed.
Be prepared to face some rejection from employers and to work hard
throughout the semester to secure a position.
Communicate with and update your Co-op Coordinator often
throughout your search process.
Respond quickly to phone calls and emails from your Coordinator and
from employers.

4. Global Co-ops
The process for applying for co-ops outside the US starts a little earlier than the
domestic co-op process. You can apply to your first round of no more than 4
global co-ops by Wednesday, January 31st. This is a quick deadline, so complete
the steps below soon even if you are just considering a co-op outside the US:
1. Meet with your co-op coordinator as soon as possible or send them an email
indicating your interest in international co-op.
2. Fill our the GEO office’s Global Co-op Application
3. RSVP for one of the mandatory COS Global Co-op Info Sessions:
Jan 10th, 5-6pm | Jan 11th, 5-6pm | Jan 18th, 5-6pm | Jan 23rd, 5:30-6:30pm
or for the Self-Developed Global Co-op Workshop on Jan 17th, 5-6pm
4. Check out the scholarships that are available to students pursuing
international co-ops.

5. Global Co-op
Sample Opportunities:
Inadditiontothepositionslistedabove,youcanexploremedical,veterinary,clinicaland
environmentalopportunitieswithpartnerorganizations.DiscussthisoptionwithyourCo-opAdvisor.
International School of Bremen (Germany)—Science education
Diamond Light Source Ltd. (England)—Software computation
NERF (Belgium)—Behavioral Neuroscience research
CERN (Switzerland)—Physics
University of Heidelberg (Germany)—Life science research
Turks & Caicos Island DEMA (Turks & Caicos)—Environmental restoration
Goldsmith’s, University of London (England)—Research on music, mind, and brain
City of Cape Town (South Africa)—Sustainability
Leibniz University (Germany)—Research lab
KCCR (Ghana)—Tropical medicine research
University of Minho (Portugal)—Psychology Research

6. Co-op Work Study
Some jobs will state in the job description that they require you to be
qualified for “Co-op Work Study.”Co-op Work study is different than
regular work study. You can see if you qualify at the Student
Employment office.
In order to apply for these jobs, you must provide your Co-op
Coordinator with a form confirming you are eligible for these funds.
You can get this form at the Student Employment office at 271
Huntington Avenue.
There are limited funds for Co-op Work Study, so even if you are
eligible to receive these funds you are not guaranteed a co-op work
study job.

7. NUcareers
Northeastern University is pleased to announce the availability of a new online
job posting system – NUcareers – for Northeastern co-op students.
NUcareers access
Tutorial for uploading resumes in NUcareers
If you have questions about NUcareers, feel free to consult
nucareers_help@neu.edu, and/or the NUcareers Help Blog.

8. Important Information for
International Students
If you are not a U.S. citizen, it will be critical to update your visa to reflect that
you will be working on co-op. As soon you have accepted a position, be sure
to act on the information found below from the Office of Global Services.
Office of Global Services – CPT Information

9. Developing Your Own
Co-op Opportunity
In addition to applying for existing jobs in NUcareers, you can work with
your Co-op Coordinator to develop jobs with new employers.
Speak with your Co-op Coordinator before contacting a company; he or
she can give you informational materials, look over your cover letter, and
let you know if that company already has a job in NUcareers.
If a company has an existing position in NUcareers, you may not contact
them directly about setting up your own co-op.
More information about developing a new co-op position.
(Requires Blackboard login to view)

10. Important Interview Information
You must be willing to interview for every position that you apply for through
NUcareers. An interview can be a great opportunity to find out more about a
company or position, so we encourage you to apply for a wide range of positions.
If you schedule an interview, you must attend. If you are unable to attend
because you have accepted another position, you must notify the employer at
least one full business day in advance. Failure to do so will disqualify you from
participating in co-op.
Be sure to put the employer’s phone number and address in your cell phone
before the interview, in case you run into unexpected delays.

11. Accepting a Job
When offered a job, you must acknowledge receipt of the offer within 24
hours. The employer may ask for a answer within a specific timeframe, but
typically you will have 3 business days to accept or decline the position.
Once you have accepted a position, you may not change your mind and accept
another offer.
Let your Co-op Coordinator know as soon as you have accepted a job.

12. Deadlines
Friday, January 19th – Deadline to declare your intent to go on co-op by filling
out the web form at the end of this presentation.
Schedule a meeting with your Co-op Coordinator to review your updated
resume. After (s)he has approved your final resume (s)he will be able to clear
you to look for jobs in NUcareers. If you are in the Co-op Preparation class in
Fall 2017, you will spend the first few classes working on your resume, as well.
Wednesday, January 31st – Submit your first round of applications for Global
Co-ops. You can apply to international jobs after this date, but we recommend
being in this first round.
Sunday, February 25th – Deadline to apply for your first 7 domestic jobs (no
more than 7). You can continue to apply for more jobs after this initial date.

13. Sign-up for Fall2018
To officially declare your intent to go on Co-op in
Summer 2/ Fall 2018, fill out the web form below
(it will require logging in to Blackboard).
It is better to sign up now and decide later not to
go on co-op than to miss the sign-up deadline
(January 19th).