International Co-op Timeline
First Year at Drexel
- Think about why you are interested in going abroad – for work experience? Travel experience?
- Think about where you might like to go abroad.
- Consider taking a language course according to where you might like to go on co-op.
- Begin to gain work experience. Find an internship, part-time job, or get involved on campus.
- Join internationally-focused student organizations.
- Think about when an international co-op will fit into your academic plans at Drexel.
One Year Before International Co-op
- Begin to research opportunities in an identified country or countries.
- Talk to friends who have been on international co-op – what advice do they have?
- Talk to faculty and/or other connections that you may have about international opportunities.
Six Months Before International Co-op
- Meet with your co-op advisor to discuss your interests, both professionally, culturally, and geographically.
- Make sure that you have a passport that is valid for at least six months after your return to the United States.
- Depending upon the country you plan to work in, check out the political situation there as well as any health concerns specific to that country.
Three Months Before International Co-op
- Finalize co-op employment details and submit paperwork to your co-op advisor through the International Co-op Portal.
- Apply for a visa.
- Research and identify housing.
- Attend pre-departure orientation.
One Month Before International Co-op
- Pack your bags and enjoy the adventure!
While on International Co-op
- Keep in touch with your co-op advisor.
- Take some great photos to enter into the Steinbright Co-op Photo Contest!