Northeastern is a world leader in experiential learning, our distinctive educational model.
This year, we celebrate the 115th anniversary of co-op, our flagship experiential program that integrates classroom study with professional work experience for undergraduate and graduate students alike. It sits alongside an ever-expanding and immersive experiential program portfolio that includes research, community service, and global opportunities.
We invite you to see its impact through statistics, stories, and reflections, and to see more ways to support its growth below.
Co-op today
student participation
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student participation
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of students receive a job offer from a former co-op employer
Student outcomes
I am so grateful for the opportunity to implement skills outside of the classroom before graduation. I value the amazing connections with attorneys, DEI practitioners, and advocates who help move the needle for marginalized communities.
I value the hands-on experience I’m getting in finance. It allows me to develop professionally and network, which is crucial for success. I am able to foster important skills for the industry.
I value the experience I’m getting by being around my coworkers who are in the position I strive to be in one day. Absorbing information from them, whether through one-on-one conversations or things I hear from them in the office, is incredibly valuable.
Reflections: Stories of Transformational Co-ops
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“The Code to Financial Accessibility” Featuring Kojo Addaquay, E’23
Meet Kojo Addaquay, E’23! Currently working as a finance business systems analyst at Northeastern, Kojo has a history of working with the United Nations and his own fintech startup that aims to help farmers in Ghana finance their equipment. Learn about Kojo’s unique co-op experience, his techniques for self-discipline when learning a new skill, and his predictions for the future of global fintech!
“Shoot for the Stars, Land on the Moon” Featuring David Wyatt, E’88
Meet David Wyatt, E’88! The president of Wyatt Engineering, David has made a name for himself in his industry through his incredible accomplishments—his most recent being designing the flow meter that helped The Odysseus Lander touch ground on the moon. Learn more about his co-op experience, starting Wyatt Engineering, and being asked to be a part of this mission to the moon.
Northeastern in Seattle Celebrates 10 Years of Opportunities, Learning, and Impact
In 2013, Northeastern launched its Seattle campus with two programs, 32 students, and 500 square feet of space. Since then, countless students have pursued the knowledge, industry connections, and resources needed to pivot into a career in tech. In 2023, the Seattle campus is commemorating a decade of growth and success, expanding its strengths in experiential education and lifelong learning.
“A Tale of Two Huskies” Featuring Ioana Good, AMD’00, SSH’00, and Bianca Vranceanu, AMD’22
Meet Iona Good, AMD’00, SSH’00, and Bianca Vranceanu, AMD’22. Learn about Good’s company, Promova, the benefits of the co-op program from both the student and employer perspectives, and Bianca’s new innovative software.
These Students Caught the Travel Bug—and They’re Intent on Spreading It
The jungles of Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands, and the frozen expanse of Antarctica are not necessarily places you think of when you think about student travel—unless you’re thinking about Northeastern. While undergrads at the university, brothers Joe, AMD’18, and Max Thomas, Khoury’20, were bitten by the travel bug and never looked back.
She Grew her Activism under President Jimmy Carter. Now She Supports Student Environmentalists.
Dr. Lauren Speeth was just a child when her family moved from New York to New Delhi, so her parents could open a school for Dalits—known as untouchables in Indian society. Though the nation had officially abolished its 2,000-year-old caste system in 1950, the hierarchy held firm 20 years later, relegating Dalits to an existence of social and economic marginalization, and inspiring Speeth to lead a life of fighting social injustice wherever she found it.
Co-op perspectives
Introducing Co-op Perspectives—a new video series that takes a deep dive into Northeastern University’s renowned experiential learning program, offering unique insights from those who have experienced co-op firsthand.
Episode 1: The Co-op Experience
Episode 2: The Co-op Employer Experience
Episode 3: The Co-op Parent Experience
Upcoming events
Co-op 115th Anniversary Celebration
Arlington Campus
September 10, 2024
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Co-op 115th Anniversary Celebration
Silicon Valley Campus
October 10, 2024
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Co-op 115th Anniversary Celebration
Miami Campus
October 23, 2024
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Co-op 115th Anniversary Celebration
Boston Campus
November 9, 2024
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Powering Preparedness, Professionalism, and Partnerships
While some startup companies, public service agencies, and nonprofits can’t offer salaries, some globally located co-ops are out of reach for students due to travel expenses. Help fund these vital co-op experiences, opening doors to some of the most meaningful roles a student can have.
Employers can tap into a pool of top-notch talent to invigorate their workforce and infuse their office with fresh ideas. These motivated and flexible learners have the mindset, skill, and drive to bring a business, agency, or nonprofit organization to the next level.
Employers can tap into a pool of top-notch talent to invigorate their workforce and infuse their office with fresh ideas. These motivated and flexible learners have the mindset, skill, and drive to bring a business, agency, or nonprofit organization to the next level.