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. This means housing, Marino Center, parking, library, and other privileges are unchanged. Housing deposits are refundable and transferable to another quarter only if students get a job outside the Boston area. If students do accept a job outside Boston, they are usually responsible for making their own housing and transportation plans.