Cultural Anthropology, Sociology, and Human Services Students

Spring/Summer 1 2020

Co-op On-line Mandatory Orientation Presentation

This presentation must be viewed in its entirety, and you must complete the CSSH Co-op

Search and Work Agreement form

- by Tues, Sept 17th, 2019 -

NO EXCEPTIONS

What you have to do to go on

Co-op in January of 2020?

1. Take, and successfully complete, the

Co-op Professional Development Course

EESH2000 (preferably with Lisa W). (You only need to take this once)

2. MEET ALL DEADLINES! (see this hyperlink and slide 4)

FYI – some of the first few slides of this presentation are repetitive with the CSSH Co-op Search and Work Agreement Form. Please read them . I want you to be able to save this as a PDF and refer to the information all in one place

What you have to do to go on Co-op in Jan of 2020? (continued)

3. Complete this presentation and the CSSH Co-op Search and Work Agreement

4. Update resume, meet with Lisa for resume help

5. Fix resume until Lisa approves it (for 1st timers - to get access to co-op jobs

in NUcareers)

6. Create your profile on NUCareers

7. Search for and prioritize jobs

8. Meet with Lisa to go over job choices before “applying” (only required for 1st timers, but suggested for 2nd and 3rd timers too)

9. Apply to top 7-10 jobs by deadline

10. Wait for calls…Interview…accept job!...let Lisa know! ☺Each of these steps are

described in more detail in the

following slides

• Complete this On-line Mandatory Presentation

• Complete the CSSH Co-op Search and Work

Agreement Form (you may have already completed this, but if not, you can access it at the link above)

Due by Tues, Sept 17th,

2019 at noon

– NO EXCEPTIONS

1. Make a Resume Approval appointment with Lisa ASAP. ****The earlier you make this meeting, the better…if you wait, it may be hard to get in******** Also, please know that you may need more than one meeting with Lisa to APPROVE your resume, so please plan ahead.

2. Email updated and “excellent” draft of your resume (in Word) before meeting with Lisa***follow the format in her Resume Guide, make sure it is a good 4th draft or soYou can also refer to slide 23 for links to Lisa’s resume guide, etc.) for help.

3. Have your resume approved and posted on NUcareers… NO

LATER THAN NOON – Mon, Sept 30th

1st timers cannot search for a co-op job on NUCareers until their resume has been

approved. It must be approved by this date to be eligible for co-op and to begin a job search.

Resume Approval* *required for 1st timers. Suggested for 2nd and 3rd timers.

❑ I will open enough meeting times to fit in as many appointments as possible before the deadlines, but appointments may still be hard to getand timing VERY tight! So plan ahead (Set up a meeting with me soon).

❑ If you cancel an appointment you must do so 24 hours BEFORE the appointment to allow other students time to sign up in your place.

❑ Read through this presentation, my previous emails, webpage, class handouts, etc. BEFORE asking a question (in case I already told you the answer)…I want to help!...my job is to help .. but please be mindful, thoughtful and considerate of everyone’s time

❑ “Process your thoughts” before emailing me….send me ONE email instead of 5….

❑ I strive to get back to people quickly…I will do my best (please do your best too)

Time flies fast in this co-op cycle. So this is what you and I need to do…

❑ I may only be able to meet with each student once (before

the resume deadline). So “what does that mean?”…. that

means you need to

✓Come see me early on (the early bird gets the worm, and can sign

up for another meeting if they need one).

✓Make sure your resume is great before you come see me

(get extra help from my webpage or at Career Design if needed)

✓ Email your resume in WORD (.doc or .docX) well before the

meeting (NU students can download it for free)

✓Be on time for the resume approval meeting

✓Be prepared!

✓Meet ALL deadlines! (I may NOT have time to hunt you down and

badger you.)

What you need to do…

1. Refer to this graphic of the Co-op Job Search Process (choose the one that applies to you….1st timer or 2nd timer, etc.)

2. Search the jobs in NUCareers.**Once you have had your resume is “approved”, you can search for possible co-op jobs.

Please refer to the tutorials at https://www.northeastern.edu/coop/information/students/ for help logging in to and navigating NUcareers.

1. Adjust your search criteria so you can see the jobs you want to see**See slide 29+ for how to do that

2. Prioritize/Rank the jobs and Create Saved searches

❑ Prioritizing jobs you like (this saves you time in the long run); you can label as many jobs as you like as

Very Interested

❑ You can create and save personalized searches

3. Meet with Lisa to go over choices, get suggestions, etc.

4. Choose (“apply to”) your top jobs

❑ Choose the top 7-10 positions you want to have your resume sent to. Check “Apply”.

(these 7-10 should be the ONLY ones you Apply to in the first round)

Job Search

Co-op Work study• Some jobs require Co-op Work study clearance to apply. This

means that you CANNOT apply unless you have been cleared for it.

– To be cleared, you must

• Already be a recipient of Federal Financial Aid

• be in a co-op Pattern of Attendance (POA) and

• visit the Student Employment Office (271 Huntington Ave – past Panera) to see if you qualify

❑ (Most students need to have at least $12,000-17,000 – of need - in work study funds for the co-op term)

– If you get “cleared” bring the form to Lisa and she will then refer you to the work study jobs you applied to

– There are limited funds for Co-op Work Study, so even if you are eligible to receive these funds you are not guaranteed a work study job.

HINT: Fewer students qualify for this funding.. So if you do – get cleared, and

apply, you will be competing with a smaller pool of applicants (and alot of the jobs are really great!!)

Creating your Own Co-op

• In addition to applying for existing jobs in NUcareers, you can work

with other organizations to create your own co-op.

• Speak with your Co-op Coordinator before contacting a company; he

or she can give you informational materials, can look over your cover

letter, and can let you know if that company already has a job in

NUcareers.

• If a company already has an existing position in NUcareers, you may

NOT contact them individually about setting up your own co-op.

If you create your own job and Lisa approves it, Submit the

necessary forms before all deadlines.

• See this link for an explanation of how to search for/create your own

co-op job.

Global Co-op• If you want to do a Global Co-op, you will work directly

with your regular co-op faculty coordinator, AND (at right before

departure) the GEO (Global Experience Office).

• The global co-op job choice deadline is EARLIER (Fri,

9/27) than for domestic jobs, be sure to apply on or

before that date

• There is a Required Workshop for CSSH students

pursuing Global Co-op each semester.

• There are scholarships available to qualified students

pursuing global co-ops; apply early in the semester to

help you plan.

• To hear more from students who have done global co-

ops, go to the Global Co-op Networking Fair

Tips for a Successful Co-op Search

• Keep an open mind about the type of experiences you

are willing to apply for, especially for your first co-op.

• Co-op is a competitive process, and employment is

not guaranteed. Be prepared to face some rejection

from employers, and to work hard throughout the

semester to secure a position.

• Meet (and or communicate) with your Co-op

Coordinator often throughout your search process.

• Respond quickly to phone calls and emails from your

Coordinator and from employers.

Hints for a better co-op job search• Some companies (especially from Business) do on campus presentations

and interviews. (Like EF Education, IHI, The Boston Globe, State Street, etc.)

• Going to an employer presentation helps you know more about the company and make a good impression!

- see the Career services/NUCareers calendar, it lists dates of employer information sessions and visits

• Career Design office holds great workshops throughout the term. They

can help a lot!!!

• Career Fair on October 3rd – 11am – 3pm - Cabot

• Career Design Walk-in hours/”Studio” for supplemental help such

as Resume and Cover Letter critiques:

Monday-Thursday 12 PM – 6 PM in Stearns Friday 12PM – 4PM

Companies with different processes

• Some companies require cover letters or statements that

need to be attached as packages in NUcareers(this is a good hint that they are usually great – and competitive co-ops)…

Don’t let it scare you away…follow the directions and complete everything as asked BEFORE the job choice deadline✓ (if you do NOT do what is asked – cover letter, etc. – you will NOT be able to

apply and be sent)

• Interested in Boston Community Impact Co-ops (BCIC) this was formerly called the CSLP (Community Service Learning Program)?

positions include:

❑ Rosie’s Place,

❑ AIDS Action,

❑ Food Project, and

❑ BMC Pediatric Grow Clinic– essays and resumes required to apply

Screenshots and Tips on

How to use NUCareers for Co-op

search

Go to slide 24

for these slides

What happens after I apply to jobs?

• The employers will see all applications and decide whom to call, interview, etc.

– Some start right away and others take their time, we are not always aware of when they have started.

• Some employers will be using the system more fully which can give us clues as to where you stand in the process. What you might see next to your app (under APP STATUS):

– ….nothing…..

• The employers may not note anything in NUCareers (we encourage them to; but they might not)

• This could mean you might be contacted,

• Or it could mean they are not considering you at this time.

– “Not Selected for Interview”

• The employer has chosen not to consider you. You may not be qualified; or there might be too many applicants more qualified than you.

– “Interested”

• You have made the first cut; the employer is considering reaching out to you

– “Selected for Interview”

• The employer wants to invite you to interview. Hopefully they will reach out to you soon.

– “Offer Extended”

• The employer has offered you the position (they might not use NUCareers to do this – but if they do, the system will say this); you have 48 business hours to accept the job; if you do not accept within this timeframe, the offer will move to the next candidate

• Stay in touch with Lisa!(at least once a week) to let her know how it is going, if you have gotten interviews, added jobs, etc.)

• Interview. Good luck!If you do not get a lot of interview requests…… persist, widen your search, and let Lisa know. If you keep at it, you will most likely succeed!

• Add more job choices (if needed). Email Lisa to let her know

• Interview more….

• Accept a job. Congratulations! Let Lisa know. Submit any needed forms. Follow up with any other employers you have been in contact with to let them know you are “off the market”

Nice work! ☺

Accepting a Job

• When offered a job THROUGH NUCAREERS, respond to accept or decline the position within 48 hours of the offer (2 business days).

• When offered a job (not through the automated NUCareers system), respond to accept or decline the position within 3 business days.

See this flier for more tips.

• Think it through before you accept a job, because once you have accepted a position, you may NOT change your mind and accept another offer.

• Let your Co-op Coordinator know as soon as you have accepted a job.

• Circle back with all other employers that have contacted you and let them know you accepted a different job. Thank them for their interest.

While on co-op:

• Have fun!

• Think about what you learned in the classroom. How does it apply?

• If you have problems, or START to think there is an issue of concern (i.e. you might be fired, sexual harassment or racial discrimination) CALL ME IMMEDIATELY, preferably before you take any action. I need to know and can probably help.

• There are no vacations while on co-op.You MUST work the entire period (Mon, Jan 6th - Fri, June 25th, 2020)**.Some employers may require you to work earlier and/or later. **Note – this means you are expected to work with no breaks unless pre-arranged at time of hire, etc.

• You are asked to do a few things WHILE on co-op (such as confirm your supervisor, create learning outcomes, complete and “end of co-op” evaluation, etc.) See this link for a compete list, directions, etc.

How to finish co-op:

• Finish your time there with a smile and great attitude!

• Get fabulous references! (Maybe do some Informational Interviews with other staff while you are still there)

• Build your professional network of contacts

• Use “LinkedIn” to connect with your colleagues, supervisor, etc.

• Complete your reflection requirements to get credit for co-op

Remember, if you do not “finish” your co-op (by completing these requirements), you

will not get credit for co-op and you will not be allowed to go on another co-op until you

have a Satisfactory grade on your previous co-op

Links and Guides to help you• Lisa’s Resume Guide and Appendix

• How to make an appointment with Lisa

• How to write cover letters, etc.

• The most common co-op Patterns of Attendance

• Frequently asked questions (FAQ) during the job choice portion of the co-op search

• Handling Job offers well

• NUcareers HELP (this link is the help site

see slides 25+ for screenshots) Other links

➢Co-op Student Handbook

➢Lisa’s co-op Webpage

➢NU’s co-op Webpage

Thank You for completing this Mandatory Orientation PowerPoint!

Now, in order to be eligible for

Spring/Summer 1 2020 co-op with Lisa Worsh

you MUST complete this and the

Co-op Search and Work Agreement Form(in their entirety) BEFORE Tues, Sept 17th, 2019!

Lisa Worsh

Cooperative Education Coordinator

Sociology, Anthropology, and Human Services

617-373-4773 L.Worsh@neu.edu

www.northeastern.edu/ashcoop

Good luck! Please be sure to meet all deadlines and stay

in touch.See you soon!

Please download and save this PDF so you can refer to it as needed

(see following slides for help

with NUcareers)

Good luck!!

☺

Go here for more help with NUCareers