Provost Perspective: The Power of a Co-op

Undertaking a Co-op is a wonderful opportunity provided here at UMass Lowell. Here at the Career & Co-op Center, we actively work with academic departments to share the benefits of this experience, but we aren’t the only ones.
Joe Hartman, …

By Rae Perry
Rae Perry Director, Cooperative Education and Experiential Learning
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5 Financial Benefits of Pursuing a Professional Cooperative Education Experience in College

Engaging in a cooperative education (co-op) program during college is a valuable opportunity for students to gain practical, hands-on experience within their chosen field. Not only does it provide a solid foundation for building a professional network, but it also …

By Amanda Teixeira
Amanda Teixeira Assistant Director, Cooperative Education
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5 Reasons Why Internships and Co-ops Are Essential!

Intern organizing shelves in supermarket under supervision of store manager. Photo courtesy of Shutterstock.

If you’re a student, you might be looking into part-time jobs to make some money during the school year, or maybe a full-time job for the …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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What’s Better Than One Co-op? Two.

Uyen completed her first co-op in 2022 at MFS Investment Management, focusing on her MIS concentration. Then, she completed a second co-op the following year at Bose Corporation, concentrating on the Analytics & Operations Management field.

Read what Uyen had to say about the benefits of completing multiple co-ops during her time here at UML.

By Uyen Mai
Uyen Mai
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Top 3 Reasons Students Should Consider Applying to the Professional Co-op Program

While the fall semester may have just started, The Professional Co-op Program team is already preparing for spring 2024! We’re getting ready to open our application for students to join the program next year. Co-ops are wonderful opportunities that many …

By Tiffany Medeiros
Tiffany Medeiros Assistant Director, Cooperative Education
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Resources

How Professional Co-op Works

How Professional Co-op Works: A Three-Phase Process

The Professional Co-op Program is a structured program comprised of three required phases:

Each …

Who Can Participate in the Professional Co-op Program

Minimum Requirements to be considered for the Professional Co-op Program

International students can participate subject to guidelines of the UMass …

Why Participate in the Professional Co-op Program

Through the Professional Co-op Program, students can:

Co-op Advising

Students in the Professional Co-op Program are supported by a co-op advisor that provides education, coaching, and ongoing guidance on …

How to Apply to the Professional Co-op Program

Step One: Attend an Information Session

The Professional Co-op Program holds information sessions throughout the fall and spring semesters to …

Co-op Student Handbook

PDF: A handbook about the Professional Co-op Program.

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220 Pawtucket Street
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