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
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.
Co-op Preparation – Our co-op coordinators will guide you through the process.
Co-op 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.

Quick Links...

Steinbright Career Development Center
Megan Elrath
Drexel at BCC Co-op Coordinator
215-895-6153
MeganElrath@drexel.edu