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CAREER PLACEMENT SERVICES

COOPERATIVE EDUCATION

STUDENT HANDBOOK

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ……………………………………………………………………….…….. 3

CO-OP POLICIES, REQUIREMENTS AND EXPECTATIONS ……………………….… 4

WHAT IS THE LEARNING

AGREEMENT?…………………….……………………………………………………..….….6

GUIDELINES for PREPARING YOUR LEARNING

AGREEMENT………………………………………………………….…………………….….7

SAMPLE LEARNING AGREEMENT………………………………………………………...9

SAMPLE OUTCOME/OBJECTIVE TOOLKIT……………. .…………………………10-12

STUDENT CO-OP AGREEMENT FORM ……………….…………………………………13

FACULTY AGREEMENT FORM………………….. ……………………………………….14

SITE SUPERVISOR AGREEMENT FORM……....………………………………………... 15

CO-OP RISK AND CONSENT FORM…………… …………………………………………16

SITE SUPERVISOR EVALUATION FORM…………….. ………………………………....17

STUDENT SELF EVALUATION FORM………………………………………………….…18

STUDENT SITE EVALUATION FORM……………………………………………….….…19

TIMESHEET…………………..………………………………………………………………..20

LEARNING AGREEMENT FORM……………………………………………………….….21

CO-OP CHECKLIST…………………………………………………………………………...22

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INTRODUCTION

Welcome to a new and challenging experience – COOPERATIVE EDUCATION!

Cooperative Education at Quinsigamond Community College gives you, the student, an

opportunity to earn academic credit and in some cases income, while applying classroom

theory to a realistic work setting. The program enables employers, students, and the College

to share in planned and meaningful work experiences.

An internship or co-op offers the potential for valuable experiential learning opportunities

that can’t be replicated in the traditional classroom setting, and serves as a bridge between

the professional world to which the student aspires. Co-op offers the opportunity for hands-

on skills development under the guidance of a faculty/employer mentor, testing of academic

theory in practice, sampling a career path before further education, resume development and

building a network of professional contacts.

Attention to all such aspects of a student’s lifelong learning or career and educational

development should be considered in the design and implementation of academic programs.

New graduates who have participated in a co-op experience are also generally more likely to

receive a job offer than their peers who did not (NACE 2010 Student Survey)

Your Cooperative Education Student Handbook is designed to assist you, your co-op

faculty advisor, and your employer in the work experience. Please read the entire manual

carefully, especially the Co-op Checklist and the Co-op Timeline listing assignments and due

dates. A visit with your co-op faculty advisor is essential to learn additional specific

requirements for course credit. Additionally, our office is open to serve your needs in

ensuring a successful cooperative education experience.

Contact Information

Career Placement Services Room 272 Administration Building

Quinsigamond Community College

670 West Boylston Street

Worcester, MA 01606

Phone (508) 854-4439

Fax (508) 854-4426

[email protected]

www.QCC.edu/pages/career_placement.html

mailto:[email protected]

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CO-OP POLICIES, REQUIREMENTS AND EXPECTATIONS

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide Career Placement Services with a signed copy of your Learning Agreement,

within the first two weeks of your co-op work experience

Satisfy the terms of your Learning Agreement

Attend mid-semester meeting

Comply with co-op deadlines

Eligibility: Associate degree students must have completed 24 or more credit hours in major

(excluding remedial courses), are in their final or next to the last semester and have a minimum

2.0 cumulative GPA

Certificate students must be entering the final semester of their program and have a minimum 2.0

Cumulative GPA

Start the semester before you plan to enroll in a co-op to ensure you will be fully prepared. Please

also note that after the add/drop period, students may not be eligible for financial aid.

Provide Career Placement Services with a signed copy of your Learning Agreement,

within the first two weeks of your co-op work experience

Satisfy the terms of your Learning Agreement

Respond to mid-semester e-mail check-in

Comply with co-op deadlines

Start the semester before you plan to enroll in a co-op to ensure you will be fully

prepared. Please also note that after the Add/Drop period, students may not be

eligible for financial aid.

At the workplace: Work 5 hours per week/per semester for every credit earned (typically - three credits earned equals

approximately 15 hrs. per week of work)

Comply with the rules and regulations of the work place

Abide by QCC’s Student Co-op Placement Inclement Weather Policy: Many of Quinsigamond

Community College’s academic programs/certificates require students to participate in experiential learning,

such as co-op. Since many of these external sites remain open during inclement weather conditions, students

should anticipate that they might be expected to report to an external site even if the College closes as a

result of inclement weather.

** Credit is awarded in accordance with national educational practices. Some programs may require more

hours than others. Unpaid Co-op – 150 to 200 hours Paid Co-op – 225 hours

Accepting a Position: Students are encouraged to search more than one avenue for a position. Once the student accepts

an offer for a co-op, it is the student’s responsibility to inform other site supervisor’s with whom

they’ve interviewed that they are no longer considering that opportunity upon acceptance, allowing

them to consider other candidates who may be interested. If a referral is made by a faculty or

coordinator, then communication needs to be clear with all parties.

International Students International students enroll at Massachusetts Community Colleges typically on F-1 student visas,

and any opportunities for employment, co-ops, or internships are limited by immigration

regulations. (U.S. Dept. of Citizenship and Immigration Services-USCIS). International students

should consult with QCC’s International Student Representative prior to accepting a co-op

assignment.

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CORI/SORI and other pre-screening processes In many employment settings today, job applicants, employees and volunteers are

required to undergo criminal and sex offender background checks as a condition of

employment. For an internship or co-op experience, in most cases the host site is the

party responsible for conducting the CORI/SORI check, if required.

Insurance Some employers may require student liability insurance as protection from student

malpractice. In the event that an employer seeks proof of liability insurance, it is the student’s

responsibility to provide such. The insurance fee will added to the co-op tuition.

YOUR FACULTY CO-OP ADVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists you with the development of your Learning Agreement

Meets with you periodically to provide guidance and feedback

Contacts your work supervisor and conducts a site visit during your co-op assignment

Receives a copy of the Employment Supervisor’s Evaluation completed by your work

Supervisor

Evaluates your work and issues a written grade based on:

Learning Agreement accountability

Employer’s evaluation

Orientation attendance

Completion of required number of hours and weeks

*(Unpaid Co-op – 150 to 200 hours) (Paid Co-op – 225 hours)

Review completed co-op student evaluation form

Reminder to students that are intending to graduate of completion of all co-op

requirements

EMPLOYER SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide you with appropriate training and supervision

Talk to your co-op faculty advisor (when he/she calls/visits) about the worksite and how

you are doing

Submit a formal performance evaluation

Discuss the performance evaluation with you

YOUR CAREER PLACEMENT REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conducts co-op orientation and follow-up visits to help you maximize your co-op

experience

Helps you to resolve any problems that you might encounter in the workplace

Assists you with updating your resume to include your co-op experience

*Your Career Placement Representative will make every reasonable effort to help you find a co-op position, but

Quinsigamond Community College cannot guarantee that you will obtain a co-op job. Because of job market or

other conditions, even a well-qualified student may not obtain a position.

We have found that if students start early, follow our suggestions and remain in close contact with their assigned

Career Placement Representative, the chances of successfully obtaining a co-op placement increase.

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THE LEARNING AGREEMENT

Understand that Learning Agreements are:

The cornerstone of your cooperative education learning experience

Completed by the second week after starting your co-op work experience

Neat and complete. The Learning Agreement is your official paperwork and can represent

course content for transfer purposes

Signed by you and approved by your co-op faculty advisor

What is the Learning Agreement?

The Learning Agreement forms the basis of your co-op commitment and the foundation for

evaluation by your co-op faculty advisor. The Learning Agreement lists a number of outcomes

that you use to establish objectives with the assistance of your employment supervisor and your

co-op faculty advisor. The objectives relate directly to your job assignment and represent

statements concerning routine and specialized job functions that you will be performing during

the co-op period. Additionally, the Learning Agreement outcomes represent the academic

foundation that you develop while performing job functions.

The Learning Agreement is also a tool that helps you to perform well in today’s workplace.

Most companies require employees to develop performance outcomes, which are used in yearly

performance reviews. These performance outcomes are linked to performance ratings,

promotions, and salary increases (or decreases). A Learning Agreement is based on the same

principle as performance outcomes in many of these companies.

LEARNING AGREEMENT OUTCOMES and OBJECTIVES

The objectives that you establish will be used to measure or evaluate your degree of

accomplishment during your work period. They should be created in keeping with the outcomes

expected for co-op experiences. Through this, you can expand your learning opportunities on the

job, gain feedback about your performance, set goals for your future, and develop yourself to the

fullest extent possible. Objectives usually fall into five categories:

GUIDELINES FOR PREPARING OBJECTIVES

1. The objectives you develop should be realistic and achievable within your co-op assignment.

2. The objectives should be specific and measurable so that they can be evaluated at the end of

the co-op by your co-op faculty advisor.

3. The objectives you establish should be related directly to your job assignment and fall within

the limits of your job description.

4. Before you begin working on any objectives, be sure you have discussed them with your

direct supervisor at the worksite.

5. Each objective you establish should answer the following key questions:

What is the task to be accomplished?

How will it be accomplished?

How will it be measured/evaluated?

New Skills and Assignments

Learn a new job skill,

increase your knowledge and

usefulness, or start a new assignment on the job. (Ex: Learn how to set up a new

database.)

Problem Solving Solve specific

problems in your

area with measurable results. (Ex: Equipment is

breaking down too frequently and you

Routine Duties Improve your

performance in day-

to-day job functions and activities.

(Example: Decrease the

number of math errors during data

entry.)

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Guidelines for Preparing Your Learning Agreement Preparing your outcomes requires a step-by-step process to ensure that they are clear and meet

everyone’s expectations. You should work cooperatively with your employer supervisor and

co-op faculty advisor to gain as much of their input during the process as possible. Academic

learning objectives for the student experience are intended to encompass all of the following

learning outcomes:

OUTCOMES

Step 1. Develop Objectives

List specific objectives to accomplish including, but not limited to:

Tasks that you would like to do better

Procedures you would like to learn, and/or

Skills that could improve your job performance

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

Develop technical skills and professional communications in a work setting

Understand industry and

organizational structures, culture,

and ethics

Apply and reflect on the

connections to academic theory

and practice

Strengthen critical thinking, research skills, and problem -solving skills

Develop awareness of self, others, and social responsibility in a work, career, and

global context

Establish a network of

professional contacts, mentors,

references

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Step 2. Obtain Input from Co-op Faculty Advisor and Work Supervisor

Collect ideas for objectives from your co-op faculty advisor

If appropriate, ask your work supervisor for input

List the suggestions

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

Step 3. Combine Objective Ideas and Suggestions

Using the information listed in Step 1 and Step 2, develop, in sentence form, five

objectives that you will concentrate on during your co-op

Describe the activity or activities you expect to carry out during your co-op work

experience in order to satisfy the outcome

Record these on the “Learning Agreement Sample” (page 9)

Review these objectives with your co-op faculty advisor for final input

Step 4. Complete Final Learning Agreement

Upon reaching agreement with your faculty co-op advisor, transfer your proposed

objectives to the official Learning Agreement form in this packet (page 21)

Submit to your co-op faculty advisor for signature

The Learning Agreement you establish is the basis for your co-op faculty advisor’s

evaluation and the foundation for your grade

Step 5. Work Towards Accomplishing the Objectives

Begin working on accomplishing your objectives

Be aware of and monitor your progress

If it appears that an objective is unrealistic or you feel you will be unable to accomplish

it, speak to your co-op faculty advisor immediately

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

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SAMPLE

SAMPLE LEARNING AGREEMENT

Student Name: Course No.: Co-op Faculty Advisor Name:

Place of Employment:

** Outcomes for all cooperative education courses will be consistent with QCC guidelines outlined in handbook

OBJECTIVE

Identify what you will learn: Academic

knowledge, workplace competencies, and new

skills.

1. Assist in the configuration of operating systems

software on the student computers (DOS, 98SE,

Win2K Pro, Win XP Pro, Win Srv 2003, and Linux).

2. Assist in identifying and implementing ghosting

process for student machines.

3. Create a stable network environment for students to

use in Room 203, to complete their lab assignments.

4. Install and configure server hardware/software.

5. Organize and label hardware and software for

student’s use of QCC hardware and software.

ACTIVITY

How will you learn it? Activities you undertake

to reach your goals.

1. Extensively test all machines for consistent

configuration and workability.

2. Attempt different approaches to identify and

implement best method (and document).

3. Extensively test all machines for consistent

configuration and workability.

4. Extensively test servers for operation and

connectivity.

5. Label all classroom components and software.

EVALUATION

How will the outcome be documented?

1. Work supervisor will review the network

environment for accuracy.

2. Supervisor will review/test documentation.

3. Work supervisor will verify that equipment is

running correctly and that there are no problems.

4. Work supervisor will verify correct installation.

5. Work supervisor will review and comment on

approach.

Signatures

Student: _____________________________________________________

Date:

Co-op Faculty Advisor: ________________________________________________

Date:

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Sample Outcome/Objective Toolkit

Learning Outcomes/Objectives Activities Assessment 1. Develop technical skills and professional communications in a work setting

2. Understand industry and organizational structures, culture and ethics

Develop information research and management

skills

Acquire and evaluate information through reading, research

and interviews

Journal/Interview reports

Portfolio documenting sources

Organize & maintain information using database and

spreadsheet technologies

Review quality of work samples

Interpret and communicate information through written

summaries

Review quality of summaries

Demonstrate ability to apply technical and

technological skills

Select appropriate technology through research and interviews

with IT –experienced professionals

Review of quality/relevancy

Using appropriate applications, apply technology to task Review of worksite project

Develop awareness of and apply appropriate

professional communications

Conduct interviews to practice listening skills

Present orally, work in team setting, develop appropriate

customer service skills

Develop communication documents, such as resume and cover letter through career development workshop, and other

samples of written documents relating to the internship to

create a portfolio

Feedback for interviewee’s

Feedback from audience, team and management

Evaluation of portfolio, resume or cover letter

Understand the business overview of an

organization

Study of the organization’s mission through web site and

other organizational communications

Journal/Oral presentation

Learn the organization’s “products” through website and other organizational communications


Learn about the organization’s clients through meetings,

interviews, web site and other communications


Develop knowledge of organization’s structure,

culture, values and ethics

Understand the organization’s structure through review of

organization charts


Understand the organization’s policies and procedures through review of manuals


Understand the organization’s history through review of web

site and other organizational communications


Understand roles and responsibilities of

employees organization

Understand the roles and responsibilities of Leaders through

review of interviews, website and other organizational communications

Understand the roles and responsibilities of Mid-managers

through interviews, review of website and other organizational communications

Understand the roles and responsibilities of Co-workers

through interviews, review of website and other organizational communications




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3. Apply and reflect on the connections to academic theory and practice

4. Strengthen critical thinking, research skills and problem solving ability

Demonstrate ability to locate information

relevant to issue(s) and apply

Understand how to evaluate information through lecture, research and meetings with co-workers/supervisor

Journal/written report/oral presentation

Understand how to compile information through lecture,

research and meetings with co-workers/supervisor


Journal/written report/oral presentation Understand how to format information through lecture,

research and meetings with co-workers/supervisor

Understand how to communicate capability through lecture,

research and meetings with co-

workers/supervisor


Apply adaptive expertise to develop creative

solutions

Develop and complete special worksite project Evaluation and project

Develop knowledge of relevant organizational

career paths

Understand the career paths from entry level to senior positions through interviews, review of website and other

organizational communications


Understand corresponding educational and time-in-position requirements through interviews, review of website and other

organizational communications


Develop an appreciation for the relevance of

education

Understand the relationship of education to career and life

through career workshop, readings, reflection


Assess importance of personal and professional values and

interests through completion of various assessment devices

Review wage and salary information to understand lifestyle

implications

Develop knowledge of interrelationship between

education and work; how each contributes to the

economy and society

Understand the needs of society through readings and reflections


Understand the functions of economy through readings and research

Understand the relationship between education and work through readings, and interviews with key advisors

Understand the relevance of internship to career planning and career management through career development workshop,

readings, and interviews

Demonstrate the application of knowledge and

skills to practical issues within the organization

Understand the role of research through involvement in worksite

project

Evaluation of project

Understand the evaluation through involvement in worksite

project


Understand the role of assessment through involvement in worksite project


Understand the role of decision making through involvement in worksite project


Demonstrate ability to think critically and

solve problems

Define critical thinking through research Journal/Oral presentation

Complete worksite project utilizing critical thinking and

problem solving

Journal/Oral presentation / final evaluation of project

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5. Develop greater awareness and appreciation of self, others and social responsibility in work, career and global context

6. Establish a network of professional contacts, mentors and references

Develop attitudes, behavior, knowledge and skills

that promote positive esteem

Study indentity formation through orientation, career

development workshop and personality

Journal/written report/results of assessment

Understand how to accept personal responsibility for actions through worksite project

Evaluation of project participation and results

Understand the concept of self -direction and exhibit through worksite project

Evaluation of project participation and results

Demonstrate ability to work with others

effectively

Manage personal and environmental variables through worksite project, team meetings and interdepartmental activities

Demonstrate a respect for diversity through participation in

worksite project, team meetings and interdepartmental activities

Develop an exploratory attitude Gain experience in other departments through worksite projects

Complete site visits to other organizations

Attend meetings of professional associations

Shadow other professional associations

Demonstrate an awareness of the value of

collaboration

Attend departmental meetings, have discussions with co-workers and participate in worksite projects

Understand how cultures/ethnicities may differ

and identify impact

Study cultural identity through lecture, readings and informational interviews

Indentify impact of cultural differences within the workplace through research and readings

Understand value of networking and make

appropriate professional connections

Develop ability to discern appropriate networking connections

through career development workshop, informational interviews and meetings with supervisor

Career workshop Journal/oral presentation

Develop and demonstrate ability to communicate appropriately to network through career development workshop

Career workshop/social networking tools/feedback and evaluation

Understand how to organize network utilizing contact management system

Examples-contact systems

Develop appropriate follow-up skills with network Examples – network communications

Develop relationships with mentors Complete appropriate number of informational interviews with potential mentors

Journal/oral presentations/list of mentors

Meet at least 3-4 times during internship with faculty advisor Journal completion of meetings

Develop strategies to enhance references Understand the importance of references by attending orientation and career development workshop

Career workshop/journal

Meet with mid and upper level management on a regular basis to

develop reference relationship

Document meetings/journal

Develop and maintain level of credibility through performance

on worksite project


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QUINSIGAMOND COMMUNITY COLLEGE


670 West Boylston Street, Worcester, MA 01606

Phone: (508) 854-4439 / Fax: (508) 854-4426

[email protected]

Student Co-op Agreement

To be completed by the student:

Student’s Name: Student ID#

Address: City: State: Zip:

Phone number: E-mail: Major:

Course Number: Course Name: Credits: Semester:

Student Responsibilities

I will consult with my site supervisor, coordinator, and faculty prior to completing this Co-op Agreement

I will perform appropriate professional-level duties and accept performance feedback from the site supervisor throughout the Co-op

I will respect and comply with all company rules and policies regarding, but not limited to, confidentiality, honesty, punctuality, professionalism, behavior and dress

I will comply with all College policies and procedures including, but not limited to, documenting work hours, completing all academic assignments, class attendance and/or meeting with my faculty at scheduled times

I will notify my faculty advisor, Career Placement Representative and site supervisor of any circumstances that may impair my performance or ability to complete my Co-op

Learning Outcomes Academic learning outcomes for the student experience are intended to encompass all of the following:

Develop technical skills and professional communications in a work setting

Understand industry and organizational structures, culture, and ethics

Apply and reflect on the connections to academic theory and practice

Strengthen critical thinking, research skills, and problem-solving skills

Develop awareness of self, others, and social responsibility in a work, career, and global context

Establish a network of professional contacts, mentors, references

Learning Objectives By the end of this co-op, I hope to achieve the following learning objectives specific to my placement: Please consult with your Faculty and Site Supervisor when developing your learning objectives

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

The information I have provided in this form is accurate and I agree to abide by the terms stated herein. I recognized that, as an intern from Quinsigamond Community College, I represent the College to the community. I therefore agree to conduct myself professionally at all times during my co-op and to abide by all rules and procedures of the host site.

Student Name (printed):

Student Signature: Date:

Form required: Submit with Learning Agreement to CPS Office

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Part B: Faculty/College:

Student’s Name: ID#: Faculty: Title:

Campus Address: Phone number: E-mail:

Academic Criteria

Total hours required: Credit is awarded in accordance with national educational practices. Some programs may require more hours than others. Unpaid Co-op – 150 to 200 hours Paid Co-op – 225 hours Method of grading: Grading policy, all academic assignments and class/faculty meetings are outlined in syllabus. Grade may be determined through one or more of the following assessments: Daily Journals Class/Faculty Meetings Final Project: (research paper, portfolio, presentation)

Supervisor evaluations Other:

Student/faculty contact schedule: □ established class □ during office hours □ other:

College Responsibilities

The college shall assign a faculty to a student participating in a co-op

Faculty shall consult in establishing learning objectives, working with the student and site supervisor to ensure a productive learning experience

Faculty shall establish a consistent meeting schedule with the student

Faculty shall establish a method of grading the student

Faculty shall consult with the site supervisor regarding the student’s performance at least twice during the co-op

Faculty shall determine whether a student has satisfactorily completed their co-op experience and award a grade based on the student’s performance, accomplishment of the learning objectives and required experience

Faculty and/or coordinator shall assist the student or employer with addressing/resolving issues or disputes that may arise at the co-op site

I have reviewed this form and the learning objectives proposed. I agree to oversee the student’s progress in fulfilling these learning objectives and shall assess his/her performance pursuant to the Grading Method referenced above at the completion of the co-op experience.

Faculty Name (printed):

Faculty Signature: Date:

Career Placement Representative signature required: I have reviewed this document and conclude that the proposed placement

will provide the student with learning opportunities related to his/her academic program and/or career goals, satisfies the College’s

academic standards and requirements and that the credits offered are reasonable and appropriate upon satisfactory completion of

the proposed placement.

Name (printed):

Name Signature: Date:

*Form required for submittal to CPS Office

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Part C: Site Supervisor Job Placement Form:

Student’s Name: Co-op Site Name:

Site Address:

Supervisor’s Name: ______________________Title: _____________________________

Phone: E-mail:

Start date: End Date: to fulfill hours

Student’s schedule:

How frequently will the site supervisor meet with student?

Will student be compensated during co-op? Yes No

If yes, describe:

Please state specifically the student’s key duties and responsibilities during this co-op, or attach a job description.

Co-op Site Responsibilities

Co-op host site will assign a site supervisor to oversee the student’s experience

Site supervisor will review the student’s learning outcomes and their related objectives, and modify those objectives as necessary, in order to ensure a productive learning experience

Site supervisor, working with the student and faculty coordinator, shall provide a co-op experience that will enable the student to work toward achieving the learning objectives

Site supervisor will meet weekly with the student to discuss the co-op experience

Site supervisor shall consult as necessary with the faculty regarding the student’s progress and provide a midterm and final evaluation of the student’s job performance

Co-op site shall provide the student with relevant on-the-job training, including instruction in safety procedures and internal workplace guidelines

Co-op site shall expect the student to actively participate in work activities which contribute to the student’s educational training, but the student may not replace a regular paid employee

Co-op site shall expect the student to act in a professional manner at all times

Co-op site may dismiss a student at any time for performance or behavioral issues. Where practicable, the site agrees to consult with the faculty and/or the coordinator prior to any such dismissal decision is made. Site agrees not to discriminate based on a student’s race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion or disability, in recruitment, hiring, placement, assignment to work tasks, hours of employment, level of responsibility, and pay

Faculty will remind graduating students of completion requirements & dates

The co-op site agrees to permit the student to participate as an intern pursuant to this agreement. The learning objectives stated herein are realistic and the site supervisor shall work with the student to achieve those objectives. The college has made no representations about the quality of the student’s work and the college will not be providing on-site supervision of this student during the co-op.

Site Supervisor’s Name (printed):

Site Supervisor’s Signature: Date:


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Phone: (508) 854-4439 / Fax: (508) 854-4426

[email protected]

Student Co-op

Acknowledgment of Risk and Consent Form

To be completed by Student and reviewed by Faculty:

Co-op Site:

Faculty Advisor Name:

Co-op activities include but not limited to:

Section II. To be completed by Student:

I understand that there are certain dangers, hazards and risks that may be associated with my participation in the co-op

activity(s) described above. I further understand that all risks cannot be prevented. I have considered the risks associated with

participating in this co-op and knowingly and voluntarily assume all such risks. Furthermore, I represent that I am physically

and mentally capable of participating in this co-op and that I am capable of using the equipment, if any, associated with the

job duties.

On behalf of myself, and my family, heirs, assigns, and personal representatives, I hereby agree to indemnify, hold harmless,

release from liability and waive any legal action against the College, its governing board, officers, agents and employees

(collectively, "the Released Parties") for any personal injury, death, or property damage I may suffer or cause to a third party

arising out of or in any way connected to my participation in the co-op or while in transit to or from said co-op.

I represent that I am covered by adequate medical/health/accident insurance for any injury that I may suffer at the internship

site. In the event I require medical services due to an injury suffered during the internship, I understand and agree that the

College does not provide medical services or medical personnel at the co-op site and is under no obligation to provide

transportation for me to obtain medical services.

I understand and agree that this document shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of

Massachusetts, if any term or provision of this document shall be held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining terms and

provisions shall remain in full force and effect. I understand that by signing this document I am representing that I have read

and understand all of its terms and conditions and that I fully intend to be bound by the same. I also understand that I may

wish to consult with an attorney prior to signing this document.

Student’s Name:

Student’s Signature: Date:



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Phone: (508) 854-4439 / Fax: (508) 854-4426

[email protected]

Site Supervisor Final Evaluation of Student

Student Name: Company:

Student ID#: Supervisor: Semester:

Coordinator:

Instructions: Please rank the student’s performance according to the following scale, indicating the ranking on the line to the right of each

category. Please use the comments section at the bottom for clarification or expansion of any ranking.

Rating Identification

5 – Outstanding – Performance is exceptional in all areas and is clearly superior to others

4 – Very good – Results clearly exceed most position requirements. Performance is of high quality and is achieved on a consistent basis

3 – Good – Competent levels of performance that consistently meet job standards

2 – Improvement needed – Performance is deficient in certain areas and improvement is needed

1 – Unsatisfactory - Results are generally unacceptable and require immediate improvement

The rating sheet is used to evaluate a student’s performance and to help students improve future performance

Communication: Demonstrates the ability to speak, listen, read, and write performing job tasks

Problem Solving: Identifies problems, understands their context, and develops workable solutions

Decision-Making: Demonstrates the ability to learn and make decisions necessary to complete

job tasks successfully

Organization/Time Completes assigned tasks from start to finish by gathering, organizing, and

Management: evaluating information as necessary, and using good time management skills

Professionalism: Meets workplace standards on confidentiality, flexibility, appearance, and

making good impression

Interactions with Works professionally and respectfully with a diversity of co-workers,

Others: supervisors, and co-workers, resolving conflicts in a constructive manner

Quality of Work: Performance of tasks is of high quality-generally error free or with few errors

All aspects of Understands the dynamics of the organization, including health & safety issues,

Organization/Industry: and the role of the business within the community

Attendance/Punctuality: Maintains consistently excellent record of attendance and punctuality, rarely

being absent or late and always with notification

Attitude: Shows enthusiasm and a positive attitude for the job and in successfully

completing all assigned tasks

Comments:

Evaluator: Have you discussed this evaluation with the student ? Yes No

*SAMPLE FORM: CPS will send to employer directly


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Phone: (508) 854-4439 / Fax: (508) 854-4426

[email protected]

Student Self Evaluation

Student Name: Company:

Student ID#: Supervisor: Semester:

Coordinator:

Instructions: Please rank the student’s performance according to the following scale, indicating the ranking on the line to the

right of each category. Please use the comments section at the bottom for clarification or expansion of any ranking.

Rating Identification

5 – Outstanding – Performance is exceptional in all areas and is clearly superior to others

4 – Very good – Results clearly exceed most position requirements. Performance is of high quality and is achieved on a consistent basis

3 – Good – Competent levels of performance that consistently meet job standards

2 – Improvement needed – Performance is deficient in certain areas and improvement is needed

1 – Unsatisfactory - Results are generally unacceptable and require immediate improvement

The rating sheet is used to evaluate a student’s performance and to help students improve future performance

Communication: Demonstrates the ability to speak, listen, read, and write performing job tasks

Problem Solving: Identifies problems, understands their context, and develops workable solutions

Decision-Making: Demonstrates the ability to learn and make decisions necessary to complete

job tasks successfully

Organization/Time Completes assigned tasks from start to finish by gathering, organizing, and

Management: evaluating information as necessary, and using good time management skills

Professionalism: Meets workplace standards on confidentiality, flexibility, appearance, and

making good impression

Interactions with Works professionally and respectfully with a diversity of co-workers,

Others: supervisors, and co-workers, resolving conflicts in a constructive manner

Quality of Work: Performance of tasks is of high quality-generally error free or with few errors

All aspects of Understands the dynamics of the organization, including health & safety issues,

Organization/Industry: and the role of the business within the community

Attendance/Punctuality: Maintains consistently excellent record of attendance and punctuality, rarely

being absent or late and always with notification

Attitude: Shows enthusiasm and a positive attitude for the job and in successfully

completing all assigned tasks

Comments:

Evaluator: Have you discussed this evaluation with the student ? Yes No

*Form not required, but strongly encouraged


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Phone: (508) 854-4439 / Fax: (508) 854-4426

[email protected]

Student Evaluation of Co-op Site

Student Name: Date:

Program of Study: Faculty Advisor:

Placement Site: Work Period:

Supervisor’s Name: Department:

Instructions: This evaluation will be important in determining the value of your work experience, both for yourself and for students in future co-

op assignments with the same employer. The evaluation should be honest, objective, and should indicate problems as well as your progress during

the co-op period.

Placement:

Educational value or merit of assignment?

□ Exceptional Opportunity

□ Worthwhile Experience

□ Satisfactory

□ Needs Improvement (please comment below)

Did position live up to the original description?

□ Exact match of original description

□ Very closely matched description

□ Somewhat matched description

□ No relationship at all

Salary paid in relation to job requirements, experience, and academic

training?

□ Excellent

□ Very good

□ Average

*Unpaid internship does not apply

Supervisor’s reception to new ideas?

□ Excellent

□ Very good

□ Average

□ Needs development (please comment below)

Relationship with supervisor/management?

□ Excellent

□ Very good

□ Average


Was your supervisor available when needed?

□ Always

□ Sometimes

□ Rarely

□ Never/help sought elsewhere (please comment below)

Opportunities to relate with other company personnel?

□ Open, friendly and supportive atmosphere

□ Opportunity was not presented

How well did position relate to your personal career goal?

□ Excellent

□ Very good

□ Average


Describe how your placement related to your academic courses?

Comments:

*SAMPLE FORM: CPS will send link to student near completion of co-op


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Phone: (508) 854-4439 / Fax: (508) 854-4426

[email protected]

Cooperative Education Time Sheet

Please print and complete this Cooperative Education timesheet and submit it to

Career Placement Services at the end of your co-op.

Student Name Student ID Major Co-op Semester:

Fall 20 Spring 20 Summer I 20 Summer II 20

Week Ending Number of Hours

Example: 11/17/20 - - 10 hrs.

For additional weeks, please attach additional pages Student Signature _________________________________________________ Date

Co-op Supervisor Signature _________________________________________ Date

*Form required at end of co-op to CPS Office


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Career Placement Services Quinsigamond Community College

COOPERATIVE EDUCATION LEARNING AGREEMENT

Student Name: Course No.: Co-op Faculty Advisor Name:

Place of Employment: ** Outcomes for all cooperative education courses will be consistent with QCC guidelines outlined in handbook

OBJECTIVE

Identify what you will learn: Academic knowledge,

workplace competencies, and new skills.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

ACTIVITY

How will you learn it? Activities you undertake to

reach your goals.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

EVALUATION

How will the outcome be documented?

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

Signatures:

Student: Date:

Co-op Faculty Advisor: Date:

*Form required within first 2 weeks after co-op registration

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Student Co-op Checklist

Satisfying the terms of the Co-op:

Pre-Co-op □ Review eligibility requirements or course pre-requisites for your major

□ Schedule and attend a Co-op Orientation or meet with Career Placement Representative to obtain approval for

participation the semester prior to co-op registration

□ Register for Co-op course (requires sign-off to register)

□ Develop and submit a resume to begin interview/ placement process

□ Interview and secure Co-op site

□ Obtain job description from Site Supervisor

□ Obtain approval from Faculty for Co-op site, facilitated by the Career Placement Office

□ Create a work schedule with Site Supervisor

□ Plan your next semester schedule (personal and academic) to allocate sufficient hours for co-op (see page 4)

□ Complete Part C site supervisor form with employer and return to CPS (page 15)

□ Complete student co-op agreement & return to CPS with Learning Agreement (page 13)

At Start of Co-op □ Review and sign Student Acknowledgement of Risk and Consent (page 16)

□ Draft a Learning Agreement with your Faculty Advisor with input from your Site Supervisor, please sign and

obtain signatures from faculty advisor

□ Complete Part B with faculty advisor and return to CPS with learning agreement (page 14)

□ Obtain Learning Agreement signatures from your Faculty, Site Supervisor, and Coordinator, and submit to CPS

within 2 weeks to start of semester (page 21)

During Co-op

□ Attend all scheduled class meeting/Faculty meetings

□ Fulfill learning objectives indicated on your Co-op Agreement throughout your work experience

□ Complete assignments and tasks required by your Faculty and Site Supervisor

□ Complete required number of co-op hours and submit completed timesheets to Faculty Coordinator and CPS at

end of co-op

□ Complete final Student Evaluation of Co-op Site

Due Dates:

Submit co-op agreement to faculty coordinator with your signature and signatures you’ve obtained from faculty Coordinator and site supervisor

Submit student timesheet to faculty coordinator with site supervisor’s signature you’ve obtained Submit student evaluation of co-op site

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