What is ELP
The Experiential Learning Program is a planned progressive educational
program that provides for the integration of a student's academic studies
and relative work experience in a professional environment. The program
is a three-way partnership between the employer, the student, and the University.
In order for the program to be successful, there must be a clear understanding
of the role of each partner, as well as a firm commitment to the program.
NSU's Experiential Learning Program adheres to the parallel model of part-time
paid work and full-time study.
How Can you Benefit as an ELP Employer?
- A co-op/intern provides valuable student employees who are motivated
to exceed working requirements.
- A co-op/intern provides the employer with an opportunity to preview
potential full-time employees in actual work situations.
- A co-op/intern provides visibility and a positive image on campus to
enhance employer-college relations.
- A co-op/intern is a vehicle for employer input into the academic preparation
of college graduates.
Advantages of a Co-op/internship Through Career Services
- Career Services already has a vested interest in educating students
about why relevant work experience is so necessary.
- No duplication of efforts by NSU staff in developing corporate contacts.
- Provides employers with “one-stop-shopping” and consistency.
How is a Co-op/internship Set Up?
Once you have determined your employment needs, contact Career Services
to:
- Set up an employer account online
to post your available co-op/intern positions.
- Indicate the period(s) your organization wishes to employ a co-op student(s)—Fall/Spring/Summer.
- State your preferred method for interviewing applicants and if you
are interested in participating in on-campus-recruiting.
- Provide Career Services with information about your organization.
What's Next?
- Review and sign the Employer Agreement indicating your organization
will assume responsibility for the student's supervision during the work
period.
- Provide students with a reasonable orientation and training period
and define what responsibilities the co-op/intern student(s) will have.
- Employers will receive a telephone inquiry or site visit from a Career
Services staff member.
- Agree to complete the Employer Evaluation at the end of the student's
co-op/intern experience.
How are Students Selected?
- Students need a cumulative GPA of a 2.5 or higher.
- Students must have completed a minimum of 36 academic credit hours.
- Students must agree to work a minimum of 10 hours/week, maximum of
20hours/week during a 16-week semester.
- Students must apply and be approved to participate in the ELP program
1 semester before they begin to get full credit.
- Students are only allowed to receive six credit hours for a co-op.
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