Co-op Preparation
Drexel at BCC and Drexel's Steinbright Career Development Center (SCDC) offer the preparation and support you'll need as you begin the co-op process. Whether you're a veteran in your field or your co-op is your first professional-level job, you'll enter with the tools you need to succeed.
Co-op 101
Before participating in Drexel Co-op, you'll take Co-op 101, a class specifically designed to introduce you to the co-op process and prepare you for a professional environment. You will learn:
- Résumé composition
- Interviewing techniques
- Independent job searching
- Business etiquette
Co-op Coordinators
Co-op coordinators will assist and guide you throughout your co-op experiences.
Coordinators are available to:
- Pre-register new students for co-op eligibility
- Help students write résumé cover letters, and professional correspondence
- Update students on deadlines and special events
- Assist students in conducting job searches
Co-op Workshops
The SCDC, located on Drexel's University City Campus, holds career fairs and job search workshops for co-op students. Workshop topics include:
- Résumé Repair
- Speed Interviewing
- Conquering the Cover Letter
- How to Answer the Tough Interview Questions
Beyond Co-op
After you have your co-op experience, the SCDC also has resources to help you secure your first job, including:
- Career and job fairs
- Career planning workshops
- Advising
- Mock interviews