Work Programs

Co-op & Internship Information for Parents

Co-Operative Work Program (Semester Based)

Students enrolled in the Co-Operative Work program have the opportunity to receive on-the-job training during their senior year. Students should secure employment that relates to their career interest. Students in this program must also take a seminar class at Northern that is associated with their work experience. The Co-Operative Work program credit needs to be above the 23.5 credits already needed for graduation. A minimum of 15 hours per school week (Monday-Friday) of paid work is required of all students in the Co-Op program. Students must be scheduled for work at least three (3) of the five (5) weekdays. Students must be gainfully employed by mid-August to be eligible for this program. The district’s Co-Op coordinator (Mrs. Lowery at tlowery@northernyork.org) will work with the school counselor to coordinate the experience. Mrs. Lowery also does routine visits to each student’s place of employment to meet with the student and employer. Transportation to and from the worksite is the responsibility of the student. Academic performance is required to maintain co-op status.

Internship Program (Semester Based)

The internship program is for senior students interested in gaining practical experience and exposure to a professional career setting. The internship should relate directly to a student’s career goal or ambition. Students in this program must also take a seminar class at Northern that is associated with their experience. Students in this program are required to complete six (6) hours per school week over multiple days. The internship credit needs to be above the 23.5 credits already needed for graduation. With the exception of the technology internship, hours should be earned outside of the high school setting. Academic performance is required to maintain internship status.