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What Can I Do With This Major?

Coopertative Education, or Co-op, is a program for undergraduate students in all majors which places students in part-time positions related to their major and career interests. Work schedules are arranged around the student's schedule and positions can be paid or unpaid, depending on the field and employer.

Why should students participate in co-op?

Co-op helps students develop career directions and skills required by employers.
Co-op experience stands out on a resume and gives graduating seniors a tremendous advantage when looking for full-time work.
Co-op can help provide funds for college tuition.
Students grow emotionally and intellectually through the process of goal-setting and evaluation PEP requires with each co-op work experience.

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