Graduate Co-op

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Wanted: Graduate students looking to expand their horizons.
The Graduate Co-op Program (GCP).

Drexel’s long tradition in the field of experiential education has been extended into its graduate degree programs (see below). This optional program enables students to accept paid positions in their career fields– and receive academic credit. Employment opportunities are available each June and September.

GCP is:

  • available either summer/fall or fall/winter cycles
  • 3 or 6 months
  • full-time
  • paid

Participating Graduate Schools and Colleges

  • M.S., MBA, LeBow College of Business
  • M.S.I.S., College of Information Science and Technology
  • M.S., Food Science, School of Technology and Professional Studies, Goodwin College
  • M.S., Biomedical Engineering, School of Biomedical Engineering
  • M.S., Engineering, College of Engineering


      • Chemical & Biological
      Computer Engineering
      Electrical
      Electrical/Telecommunications
      Mechanical

Graduate Co-op Critical Dates Calendar

The Graduate Student Co-op Calendar is a listing of dates and deadlines for students to adhere to. If you have any questions/concerns, please contact your co-op coordinator for assistance

SUMMER/FALL CYCLE (6 Months)
Date  
6/24/13 - 12/13/13 Employment Period
FALL/WINTER CYCLE (6 Months)
Date  
9/23/13 - 3/21/14 Employment Period
SUMMER CYCLE (3 Months)
Date  
6/24/13 - 9/6/13 Employment Period
FALL CYCLE (3 Months)
Date  
9/23/13 - 12/13/13 Employment Period


"My Co-Op experience has opened doors for me in the field of Information Technology by teaching me professionalism, corporate etiquette, small talk, & business communication. The Gradate Co-op Program offered by Drexel is unbeatable compared to the 12 week internship offered by other universities. In comparison to my friends at neighboring universities, I have learned more and this learning has been practical."

— Kanupriya

An Interview with Swathi and Leonora regarding the graduate co-op program at CHOP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Swathi Jagannath
MS CHOP-IS Innovation Excellence Program Co-op Student

1) What career skills have you acquired on your Co-op?

I learned a lot of technical skills that I was able to apply to use new software. Also, I learned time management and meeting management skills that helped me successfully meet my deliverables.

2) Has your Co-op helped you decide your future career goals?

Sure co-op has helped me narrow my career goals. I don’t want to do anything related to programming. I now know what it means to be a Systems Analyst. Going to school alone would not have helped me.

3) What 3 tips would you suggest for other Graduate Students considering Graduate Co-op?

Ask many questions during the interview process.

Choose an employer who has a track of record of growing and developing their staff.

Interact with people & build a network.

Leonora Miller
Manager, IS Business Operations

1) Why have you hired Graduate Co-op Students?

During their interview, their articulated that their educational background along with their skill set would support the business need for our strategic projects. 
Would you recommend Graduate Co-op Students to other employers?
Yes.  The graduate students have demonstrated a willingness to learn; possess a great business ethic and have embraced our projects.

2) Do you consider hiring Graduate Co-op Students as a pipeline to future full-time hires?

Yes.  Students who have proven themselves during their co-op assignment by applying their education along with effectively utilizing our tools, adapting to our work culture and who have an ability to work with others would be a great asset to our department.