Examples of Co-op Positions
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The following descriptions represent actual positions that NEU Co-op Students hold or have held. Click on the links below to learn more.
Conference Coordinator
Junior Account Coordinator
Residential Counselor
Human Resources Coordinator
Teacher's Assistant
Government or Non-profit Organizations
Opportunities in Higher Ed
Opportunities in grant funded programs (supporting communities and/or non-profit organizations)
Conference Coordinator (event planning)
Assist in the operation of: 14,000 square feet of function space with 26 separate conference rooms, 4 amphitheaters, 3 computer labs.
- Provide highest level of food and beverage service; demonstrate professionalism with guests, co-workers, and management
- Assist with sales dept - focus on excellent customer service, outstanding employee relations while increasing revenues for our clients and owners
- Coordinate work flow - update and chase delegated tasks to ensure progress on deadlines
- Take initiative in manager's absence; keep projects on schedule
- Maintain procedures manual to ensure consistent performance of routines
Junior Account Coordinator - Marketing
Assist marketing firm that specializes in both multicultural marketing and general advertising in four specialized areas: healthcare, education, mission-based, and services.
- Attend and assist in the administration of focus group sessions; complete administrative tasks
- Conduct research on markets using Internet resources; compile and analyze feedback gathered from news articles and advertisements from local papers
Residential Counselor (available in settings with clients with mental health challenges and/or developmental disabilities)
Provide daily, direct rehabilitative assistance to and with residents. Teach skills for more independent living and safety.
- Collaborate with residents, other program staff, and caregivers in development, implementation, and evaluation of individual resident's Program Specific Treatment Plans
- Assess and implement procedure for psychiatric, medical, or any other resident emergency
- Inform clients of the availability and otherwise assist in accessing desired mental health and rehabilitative services
- Inform clients of vocational, religious worship, recreational, medical services, educational, etc.
- Inform clients of other housing opportunities both within DMH system and in larger community
Human Resources Coordinator
Assist in the administration of human resource programs and projects to support the mission and strategic plans of this rapidly growing global non-profit organization. Through purposeful, authentic, and meaningful projects and tasks, the Human Resources Coordinator will gain essential professional skills and deepen his/her understanding of human resource functions in the non-profit sector.
Potential support/project areas include:
Teacher's Assistant (available in special ed or mainstream settings)
Aid in the day to day operation of a classroom for children. Support the team's efforts in providing students with safe, healthy, stimulating and supportive learning environment that supports students' progression across his/her Individualized Education Program.
the TA will: - (in a special ed environment)
- Provide feedback to special educator about student skill development
- Support therapy and play activities -interpret students' needs from subtle expression of sound, physical orientation, gesture and facial expression (many of the students are not verbal)
- Assist students in meeting personal care needs throughout the school day, including oral food consumption, tube feedings, toileting, dressing, and hygiene
- Implement instructional plans, student evaluation process, and daily schedule of events and activities
- Organize classroom space and resources
Government or Non-profit Organizations
There are positions assisting with (to name a few)
- Civil rights issues
- International reproductive rights
- Immigrant support
- Job readiness for homeless or transitional populations
- Development, fund-raising, grant-writing
Opportunities in Higher Education
There are positions assisting with (to name a few)
- The Admissions Office
- Give tours; assist with prospective students and parents, admissions process, and applicant pool
- Facilitate events in student center; supervise staff
- Schedule spaces in campus center for events and meetings
- Assist student organizations with event planning
- Facilitate center of community service volunteer opportunities and campus events
- Assist with research, conferences, events, and clerical tasks
Opportunities in grant funded programs (supporting communities and/or non-profit organizations)
There are positions assisting with (to name a few):
- Hotlines
- Medical programs to assist with research and client support
- Community Centers and programs (arts programs, youth skill building, after school programs)
- Event planning
See also more types of jobs for majors at this Link.