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Cooperative Education Cooperative education at WMU is an optional program that integrates classroom study and practical work experience. A student's co-op employment experience is most often related to their career interests. Consequently, their overall education is enriched, as is their value as future employees. We recognize the need for an active alliance with business, industry and higher education. By promoting a cooperative education experience, we jointly provide opportunities for companies to utilize the talents of our students while our students enjoy the value of the work experience.

Fred Sitkins Director of Cooperative Education (269) 276-3375 Office: E-116

Options in Cooperative Education

Alternating Co-Op

Students alternate semesters of school and work. A minimum of three semesters taken is required.

Internship

A student is employed on either a part-time or full-time basis during the summer semesters. Internships may also be available during the Fall and Spring semesters.

Concurrent Co-Op

Students are employed by a West Michigan area company on a part-time basis while attending classes during the academic year. In most cases, the student is employed on a full time basis during the summer semester.

For Students

Benefits

• Earn while you learn
• Start your career early
• Head start on full-time employment
• Build your resume with job pertinent experience
• Develop meaningful job-related skills
• Confirm that the curriculum and career you have chosen is the right one for you

Requirements

• Must be pursuing a major degree in the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
• Must have a minimum overall GPA of 2.5
• Must have completed a minimum of 30 credit hours

What Must You Do?

• Make an appointment with the co-op advisor to discuss eligibility and to pick up registration and information forms
• Prepare a resume and have a career services representative assist you with the style, format and accuracy
• Register at Bronco Jobs
• Schedule an appointment with your academic advisor and the co-op directory for approval of the co-op experience

For Employers

Benefits

• It's cost effective
• Assess student employees before you commit to a full-time offer
• Enthusiastic eager-to-learn team players
• No obligation for future employment

What Must You Do?

• Designate a contact person to work with the director of cooperative education
• Register the position on Bronco Jobs
• Provide a written job description
• Provide meaningful, responsible work assignments
• Pay an appropriate wage
• complete a performance review of each student in time to be recorded as academic credit

For More Information Contact Us

Mr. Fred Sitkins
Director of Cooperative Education
E-mail: fred.sitkins@wmich.edu
Main Phone: (269) 276-3261

Office Phone: (269) 276-3375
Fax: (269) 276-3259
Office: E-116