Unlock your future with the KEY to your success . . .

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Unlock your future with the KEY to your success .
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• Co-op

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Georgia Institute of Technology Cooperative
Division www.coop.gatech.edu
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Find us on the Hill

• If you are facing Tech Tower, we are the building
  on your left
• Savant Building Ground floor
• Corner of Ferst and Cherry St.
• (The Stinger bus stops here.)

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Co-op advisors by major

• Aerospace Engineering Debbie Pearson
• Building Construction Wayne Thompson
• Biology Sabrina Hall
• Chemical Engineering Harold Simmons
• Chemistry Sabrina Hall
• Civil Engineering Wayne Thompson
• Computer Engineering (A-L) Tina Payne
• Computer Engineering (M-Z) Bob James

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Co-op advisors by major

• Computer Science Sabrina Hall
• Earth Atmospheric Sci. Sabrina Hall
• Economics Bob James
• Electrical Engineering (A-L) Tina Payne
• Electrical Engineering (M-Z) Bob James
• Industrial Design Bob James
• Industrial Systems Eng. Lisa Jones
• International Affairs Ken Little

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Co-op advisors by major

• Management Lisa Jones
• Materials Engineering Harold Simmons
• Mathematics Sabrina Hall
• Mechanical Eng. (A-L) Wayne Thompson
• Mechanical Eng. (M-Z) Debbie Pearson
• Nuclear Rad. Eng. Debbie Pearson
• Physics Sabrina Hall

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Co-op advisors by major

• Polymer Textile Chemistry Tina Payne
• Science, Tech. Culture Bob James
• Textile Engineering Tina Payne
• Textiles Tina Payne
• Undecided College of Sci. Sabrina Hall
• Undecided Ivan Allen College B. James
• Undecided Engineering. Ken Little
• International Placements Ken Little

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What is Co-op?

• The Co-op program at Georgia Tech is a five year
  academic program that combines classroom study
  with real world experience.
• Alternating school and work semesters lead to an
  academic Co-op degree in your major.

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Co-op organizations

• Co-op Club
• Briaerean Society
• SGA positions for Co-op representatives

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Beginning the Co-op program

• Meet with your Co-op advisor each term
• Maintain a strong GPA
• Begin clarifying your career goals and possible
  companies of interest

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The semester before you work

• Attend an Interview Tips Workshop
• Meet with your advisor early in the term and keep
  in touch regularly during your job search

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Qualifying to go to work

• Maintain good academic standing
• Minimum 2.00 GPA and no Fs during the term prior
  to first work term
• Take a full course load during school term prior
  to first work term
• (Summer term is an exception.)

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Typical Co-op alternation schedule

• An entering Freshman who starts work the Summer
  after two school semesters Requires 5 work terms

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Typical Co-op alternation schedule

• Starting work Fall term after two school
  semesters and the Summer term off Requires 5
  work terms

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Typical Co-op alternation schedule

• Sophomores going to work Fall term after three
  semesters of school Requires 4 work terms

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Typical Co-op alternation schedule

• Sophomores starting work Spring term after three
  school semesters Requires 4 work terms

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Note

• No changes are permitted to your alternation
  schedule without prior written approval from your
  Co-op advisor.

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Work locations

• Your hometown
• Atlanta
• Outside Atlanta
• International assignments

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International Co-op opportunities

• Earn a degree with an International Co-op
  designation
• Learn and use a second language
• Work in a non-English speaking culture

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Co-op Resumes and Transcripts

• Access web registration and resume at
  http//cc.brassringcampus.com/0603/student or
  link from Georgia Tech Co-op page
• Import your resume using Microsoft Word
• OR use the online resume writer
• Request an official transcript
• Copy transcripts for your Co-op advisor and for
  your interviews

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Reviewing Co-op opportunities

• Meet with your advisor for resume and
  registration review
• Access job information at http//cc.brassringcampu
  s.com/0603/student
• Recruiting provides job interviews and company
  information sessions
• Job List provides direct resume referrals

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Role of your Co-op advisor

• Review resume and registration information
• Advise you about available company research
• Offer guidance during your job search
• Explore your status with potential employers
• Discuss your second interviews and job offers
• Complete co-op paperwork upon acceptance
• Monitor your work and academic progress
  throughout your Co-op career

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Interview tips

• Research the prospective employer
• Review major points you wish to emphasize
• Identify relevant questions to ask
• Dress professionally
• Be early
• Communicate effectively
• Follow-up after the interview

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Accepting a job offer

• Write an acceptance letter
• Cancel other scheduled interviews
• Meet with your Co-op advisor to discuss offer and
  acceptance letters
• Sign alternation schedule
• Advisor assigns registration permit
• Register for the appropriate Co-op course

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Items to discuss after accepting an offer

• Co-op assignment record
• Work reports
• Housing department status
• Financial aid status
• Parking
• Address changes

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Employer expectations

• Regular and punctual attendance
• Enthusiasm and productivity
• Professional conduct and dress
• Communication with supervisor if concerns or
  questions arise

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Frequently asked questions

• Can I change jobs?
• Can I find my own job?
• Can I take off a semester?
• Can I participate in Study Abroad?
• Can I take a course during my work term?
• Can I live on campus while working?

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Frequently asked questions

• Do I pay tuition for the Co-op course?
• Can I be dropped for academic reasons?
• If I work outside Atlanta, will my employer
  locate housing for me?
• What if I change my mind about participating in
  Co-op or cannot find a job?
• How are salaries determined?
• How long is a work term?

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Orientation documents to be completed

• Statement of Understanding
• - Complete the last page of your Co-op Handbook
• - Tear it out
• - Pass it to the aisle
• Blue Card Proof of Attendance
• - PRINT information on the card
• - Pass it to the aisle

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Orientation review

• www.coop.gatech.edu

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Questions?