Coordinators typically have an educational and professional background in their major and can help them with all aspects of their co-op curriculum. Almost all students who follow the appropriate steps in a timely manner, meet frequently with their coordinator, and go on the necessary interviews find a co-op job. Almost all co-op jobs pay a salary. How much a student earns depends upon the particular profession, the demands of the position, their skill level, and the local economy. It depends upon the co-op division they are assigned to and the academic requirements of their major.
Most students begin co-op in the fall or winter quarter of their sophomore year.
Some students begin co-op as early as the summer quarter following their freshman year. Transfer students usually begin co-op after completing at least two consecutive academic quarters at Northeastern. Many employers require a two-quarter commitment. This gives your student a chance to become familiar with their organization's operations, demonstrate your abilities, and gain the necessary experience for possible advancement beyond an entry-level position. Although ELC is not added to the academic credit hours required for graduation, your transcript will reflect your grade for each co-op term.