These students reflect the best of the talents and abilities that ECU has to offer. Participation in co-op shows other employers that you place a high value on education. You help educate students about the real world, thus making them more productive members of society earlier in their professional pursuits. Income earned by co-ops will primarily be spent in the local economy, promoting a good business climate. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale is required.
Employers have the option of employing undergraduates, graduate students, or both.
Course Work Completed Certain prerequisite courses may be requested by the employer. Co-op Office responds to employer requests. The Co-op office sends to the employer the students' resumes and other application materials required such as cover letter, transcripts, references, etc. The employer calls the Co-op office or students to arrange interviews. Interviews may be conducted at the work site, the Co-op office, or via video conference.