Question 1

Do I need to have an internship program in place to host a Northeastern co-op?

Accepted Answer

Nope! We’ll guide you through everything—from setting up your first co-op to onboarding your student. Many partners start from scratch.

Question 2

How is a co-op different from an internship?

Accepted Answer

Co-ops are full-time, paid, and integrated into a student’s academic plan. They last 4–6 months and emphasize real-world contribution.

Question 3

What kinds of roles can co-op students fill?

Accepted Answer

Co-op students work in everything from research and operations to marketing, software engineering, and lab support—based on your needs.

Question 4

Is there a cost to participate in the co-op program?

Accepted Answer

There’s no fee to partner with Northeastern. Employers simply commit to providing a paid, full-time learning opportunity.

Question 5

Can I meet students before hiring?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We can help facilitate candidate interviews and connect you with students whose skills align with your open roles.

Question 6

Where can I learn more?

Accepted Answer

Join us at the Lunch & Learn to connect with our team and get your questions answered. You can also explore our employer resources anytime at northeastern.edu/experiential-learning/co-op/for-employers.

Question 7

What if I can't attend but I'm interested in talking more about co-op?

Accepted Answer

We'd love to talk more. Reach out to Mary at mar.mclaughlin@northeastern.edu or our team at HireACoop@northeastern.edu to talk more. Stay tuned for more opportunities for attending events by following us on LinkedIn at http://bit.ly/4eYzdz8

Northeastern University Co-op Lunch and Learn at ABI-LAB