Co-op Preparation

At Drexel you won't be thrust blindly into co-op. Armed with the knowledge and confidence you've accrued in the classroom and the support of the Steinbright Career Development Center (SCDC), you will be prepared to take your first step into the world of full-time employment.

Co-op 101

All students participating in Drexel Co-op must take Co-op 101, a class specifically designed to introduce students to the co-op process and prepare them for a professional environment. You will learn:

• Résumé composition
• Interviewing techniques
• Independent job searching
• Business etiquette

Co-op Coordinators

Co-op coordinators will assist and guide you throughout your co-op experiences. Coordinators in SCDC:

• Pre-register new students for co-op eligibility
• Help students write résumés, cover letters, and professional correspondence
• Update students on deadlines and special events
• Assist students in conducting job searches

Co-op Workshops

The SCDC holds career fairs and job search workshops for co-op students. Workshop topics include:

• Résumé Repair
• Speed Interviewing
• Conquering the Cover Letter
• How to Answer the Tough Interview Questions

Beyond Co-op

After you have your co-op experience, the SCDC also has resources to help you secure your first job, including:

• Career and job fairs
• Career planning workshops
• Advising
• Mock interviews