Information for students
Co-operative Education gives you the chance to apply what you have learned in the classroom and to develop your knowledge and skills in a business environment.
You can complete your work placement in New Zealand or overseas. If you are looking to do your Cooperative Education overseas you can be assisted by AIESEC New Zealand, which provides international work opportunities. Further information is available at http://www.aiesec.org.nz/
Co-operative Education is a minimum of 9-weeks. The programme is one of three options that you can take in your final year.
You will be mentored by a workplace supervisor and an AUT academic and will be encouraged to start the process of finding your placement from the beginning of your degree. The Business School provides assistance, hosting networking opportunities with employers and information sessions.
This highly successful programme gives you a great start in the industry while still being able to get feedback from lecturers who help you analyse your experiences and performance. Employers value the fresh ideas and latest thinking that you bring to the organisation, and many offer permanent employment to their Co-operative Education students after graduating.