Cooperative Education & Partnerships

Robert W. Plaster College of Business
Co-operative Education

·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ stands at the forefront of co-operative educational opportunities, internships, and experiential learning. Through regional ​and local partnerships, â€‹our unique professional development ​courses and tools, and ​with our seasoned and dedicated faculty – who all have practical experience in their fields –  ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ ​sees to it that we are creating and offering educational opportunities that best serve ​our students and prepares them for a successful future. Students at Thomas More receive the education plus the â€‹hands-on training that allows for creative and collaborative opportunities for both the students and the organizations where they work.

Student Information

·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ facilitates experiential learning opportunities that best serve its students and prepares them for a successful future. If you are serious about a career in business, you have to come to Thomas More.

Our co-op education enables you to:

  • Graduate with work experience that aligns with your degree.
  • Explore and make connections in the industry where you want to work.
  • Participate in new experiences and environments.
  • Earn up to six (6) credit hours toward your degree.
  • Make money while in school.
  • Work a part-time co-op up to 20 hours a week while enrolled as a full-time student.
  • Work a full-time co-op during their summer break while having the option of taking online classes.
  • Work full time while taking online classes and in-person classes that fit around their work schedule.

Employer Information

The Thomas More co-op program is a joint alliance between the employer, the student and the University.

Thomas More co-op employers can:

  • Create a pipeline of qualified applicants with on-the-job training and experience.
  • Have the opportunity to utilize seasonal talent with the option to offer them full time employment.
  • Build a cohort of employees educated at Thomas More, building a strong alliance with a regional university.
  • Nurture a culture with new perspectives providing innovative and diverse ways of doing business for your organization.

Thomas More employer partners have access to:

  • On campus and off campus interviews.
  • On campus and virtual job fairs.
  • On campus information presentations.
  • Designated space at university events.
  • Handshake, the Thomas More’s online platform for students and alumni to post resumes, search and apply for jobs and internships, and learn about campus events. Employers can post jobs, co-op positions, internships, review student profiles, and learn about campus events.