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Aug 16, 2024

National Co-op Student of the Year Thrives in Clean Energy Career

Two co-op experiences helped Kelly O’Connell, E’16, civil engineering, finetune her career focus to energy systems, which led her to adjust her coursework, select a minor in mechanical engineering, and complete a final co-op in her chosen field of sustainable energy.

Civil & Environmental Engineering

Aug 13, 2024

How This Gordon Fellow Found Career Growth Through Leadership and Technical Skills

Mark Andersson, MS’24, advanced and intelligent manufacturing, credits his career success at Bose Corporation to the Gordon Engineering Leadership program. This allowed him to step into his current managerial role with a combination of technical knowledge and leadership abilities.

Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, Gordon Engineering Leadership Program

Aug 12, 2024

Tracing a Successful and Varied Career Back to Co-op

Even though his responsibilities have shifted, Alan Weinstein, E’84, chemical engineering, credits his co-op experiences with guiding him to a career in manufacturing and still relies on the industry knowledge and communication skills learned on co-op today.  

Chemical Engineering

Aug 07, 2024

Gaining Vital Industry Experience Through Boston Edison Co-ops

Co-ops at Boston Edison Electric gave Walter Rowell, E’58, electrical engineering, unique opportunities to combine course concepts with practical applications and immerse himself in the workforce. His experiences propelled him into a successful career in the power industry.

Electrical & Computer Engineering

michael tormey inside train station

Aug 07, 2024

Three Co-ops and Global Experiences Lead to Dream Job in Transportation

Michael Tormey, E’20, civil engineering, developed a foundation in urban transportation planning during three co-ops and global experiential learning opportunities and is now putting those skills to work as a neighborhood transportation planner in Boston, Massachusetts.

Civil & Environmental Engineering

Aug 02, 2024

Co-ops Are a Core Part of Alumnus’ Successful Career

Winslow Sargeant, E’86, electrical engineering, has had a highly successful career including roles as CEO, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, consultant, NSF program manager, member of the Northeastern University Board of Trustees, and a President Barack Obama appointee. He says his co-ops helped make it happen.

Electrical & Computer Engineering

Aug 01, 2024

Fikst’s Co-op Program Part of Successful Business Strategy

For nearly two decades, Fikst Product Development, a mechanical engineering services company, has run a successful co-op program with a focus on teaching and supporting students. It has helped shape the company culture and led to smart business decisions.

Mechanical & Industrial Engineering

Jul 31, 2024

Finding a Passion for Materials Through Co-op

Sara Canzano, E’19, chemical engineering, discovered her ideal career path through her co-ops at Raytheon, Henkel, and Rogers Corporation, which resulted in her first full-time job after graduation. She currently works at MIT Lincoln Laboratory as an assistant staff member.

Chemical Engineering