Co-op Counselor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of professional work experience; experience in higher education, career services, human resources, or a related field preferred.
• Prior experience advising, coaching, teaching, or facilitating in one-on-one or group settings.
• Strong organizational, project management, and professional communication skills, with attention to detail and demonstrated problem-solving ability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams) and Google Suite.
• Able to communicate and collaborate effectively across multiple departments and colleges.
• Comfort presenting to diverse audiences and demonstrated commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Experience with Microsoft or Google forms creation and process documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple operational priorities with attention to detail and discretion.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Manage co-op program communications to COE students and employers, including announcements for recruitment deadlines, interview schedules, and events.
• Develop and maintain communication materials, SharePoint resources, student-facing resources, internal team documentation, and the co-op resource library.
• Support program operations including course planning via CourseLeaf, enrollment monitoring, and committee support.
• Cook up hire logistics for faculty and staff hiring committees, along with work-study student hiring and supervision.
• Aid with purchasing and budget management functions including reporting, reconciliation, and Concur expense processing, as part of broader operational duties.
• Support data tracking and reporting functions as assigned, including monitoring application activity and surfacing relevant findings to Co-op Faculty.
• Serve as a resource for COE students seeking co-op experiences, supporting them through resume reviews, job search strategy, and application preparation.
• Provide first-line program coverage in the absence of Co-op Faculty.
• Coach students pursuing self-developed co-ops outside of Northeastern’s database, guiding them through available platforms and supporting them through the vetting, approval, and registration process.
• Lead mock interview coordination and material preparation to support co-op courses.
• Facilitate ongoing outreach and check-ins with students during their co-op experience; escalate concerns to Co-op Faculty for follow-up and direct student engagement as appropriate.
• Provide supplementary global co-op support for students as needed, in coordination with Global Co-op Faculty.
• Coordinate logistics for employer engagement activities, including on-campus visits, company information sessions, and on-campus interviews, serving as a primary point of contact for scheduling, materials, and follow-through.
• Support employer recognition initiatives, including coordination of employer spotlights, outreach materials, and award or acknowledgment activities.
• Aid with the preparation and facilitation of co-op workshops, information sessions, and student-facing events throughout the co-op cycle.
• Serve as a liaison between the COE Co-op office and multiple departments across campus.
• Support college and university initiatives as assigned; contribute to committee work and assist with special projects.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts for program workflows, processes, and student experience.
• Support additional college-specific functions or cross-college initiatives as directed by the university-wide co-op program.

Position Type

Student Services

Additional Information

• Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
• Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation.
• Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
• All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
• Compensation Grade/Pay Type 107S Expected Hiring Range $53,615.00 - $75,728.75 With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role.
• Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.