Co-op Employer Partnerships

Why should you consider a partnership with Grossman Co-op? Traditional ways of finding and developing people needs to shift. We offer unique solutions to the challenges of talent attraction and development.

The current work environment demands a swift and decisive shift in mindset for organizations to adopt new practices and authentically represent what it means to work in the current landscape. A competitive market and the workforce supply and demand realities necessitate diverse approaches to building effective teams. 

Leaders acknowledge the need for a mindset shift to address the challenges of talent attraction and development. Grossman Co-op assists your organization in prioritizing early career hiring and establishing robust talent pipelines. 

Grossman Co-op Means Business  

At the start of Grossman Co-op students will have successfully completed Basic Business Core Requirements, Professional Development readiness series, and at least one upper-level Concentration or Field course in a selected functional discipline of accounting, business analytics, finance, and marketing along with a distinctive focus in a theme area.

Contact our Employer Engagement team today!

Connect with Employer Engagement Professional Jennifer O'Neill to schedule an introductory conversation.
Jennifer.Oneill@uvm.edu

 

What distinguishes a Co-op from an Internship?

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Internships and Co-op are both work-integrated learning. Both can be impactful experiences in which to apply knowledge and gain insight toward postgraduate career paths.  

Grossman students are encouraged to complete internships early as shorter work experiences to explore various career interest areas often during semester or summer break periods.  Co-op programs are full-time paid positions that require junior year standing and rigorous academic planning as you won’t be taking courses during your co-op employment.  

When will a student do a Co-op?

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Starting in their junior year after completing basic business core requirements, Professional Development Series (PDS) courses, and at least one upper-level course in a chosen concentration area of accounting, finance, marketing, or business analytics. Many will also have completed coursework in an interdisciplinary theme - sustainable business, entrepreneurship, or global business. Students are often minor in any number of areas across campus, from economics to political science to computer science and sports management, and more. 

When will the Grossman Co-op start?

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Grossman Co-op will launch the week of March 17 with student information “What’s a Grossman Co-op?” 

When students step on campus Fall 2025, they can visit the Grossman Co-op in 218 Kalkin to learn more.  Employers will be actively recruiting during the Fall, for the initial Grossman Co-op student placements to start January 2026 to July 2026.  We anticipate adding additional Co-op work periods.  

How do I engage with Grossman Co-op?

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Engaging with Grossman Co-op is a straightforward process. We listen to your needs, understand the experiences students are looking for, and collaborate with you to provide them, making the entire process as smooth and efficient as possible.

Contact our Grossman Co-op Employer Engagement Team

 

What does an employer need to have for Co-op?

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It’s simple.  Three things: 

  1. Full-time paid position, usually six months in duration

  2. Engaged managers, leaders, and mentors

  3. A positive workplace culture that attracts and drives in-person and potentially hybrid schedules