Co-op Opportunities
Classroom learning, research, projects, papers, and exams are all critical to academic pursuit, but real-world experience can set you apart from other new graduates. Drexel Co-op balances classroom theory with practical experience.
Drexel Co-op is based on paid employment in practical, major-related positions consistent with your interests and abilities. The benefits are obvious:
- Students can choose from over 2,200 co-op employers in 41 states and 17 international locations, or conduct an independent search.
- The average six-month co-op salary is $14,512.
- Students obtain positions with major corporations like GlaxoSmithKline, Unisys Corporation, Microsoft, Lockheed Martin, Comcast, and QVC, Inc.
- Graduates with co-op experience typically receive significantly higher starting salaries.
Drexel Co-op Opportunities
Drexel at BCC offers co-op opportunities in the following majors:
| Major | Full-Time Program Length | Drexel Co-op |
|---|---|---|
| Applied Engineering Technology | Two years | One Co-op |
| Biological Sciences | Two years | One Co-op |
| Computer Engineering | Three years | One Co-op |
| Computer Science | Three years | Two Co-op |
| Electrical Engineering | Three years | One Co-op |
| Mechanical Engineering | Three years | One Co-op |
Explore the Drexel Co-op Process
- Co-op Cycles – Find out how Drexel Co-op fits into your schedule.
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Preparation – Our co-op coordinators will guide you through the
process.
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Results – Drexel Co-op can provide additional income and get
your career off to a great start.
- Career Development Resources – Take advantage of support offered by both Drexel and BCC.
