Overview
The RIT Office of Cooperative Education and Career Services is driven by a simple mission - to provide effective, high-quality services to RIT students and alumni that empower them to succeed in obtaining employment appropriate to their career objectives and personal goals. We accomplish this mission by a commitment to outstanding customer service, the effective use of state-of-the-art technology, and the creative and effective use of human and fiscal resources. Information just for our students can be found through our student portal page and on our alumni portal page. Building and maintaining relationships with employers is a critical part of our success. Information for employers can be found on our employer portal page.

Location and Hours
The office is located on the main floor of the Bausch & Lomb Center (Bldg. 77). We are open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 to 5:00 and on Friday from 8:00 to 4:30 when classes are in session during the fall, winter, and spring academic year. For visitors to the RIT campus, directions to our office are available at http://inside.rit.edu/maps/.

Key Student and Alumni Services

Job Search Advisement
Program Coordinators in our office support specific academic units and are available to meet on a one-to-one basis with students and alumni on career and employment matters. These sessions are critical to developing individual job search plans and addressing the many questions and issues that arise during the job search process. Call our office at 585-475-2301 to make an appointment. Please make arrangements through https://www.ntid.rit.edu/AccessServices/ for interpreting services.

RIT deaf and hard-of-hearing bachelors students may want to work with the staff of NTID in addition to the Program Coordinators in our office. The Center on Employment at NTID can provide additional information on programs and services for those students.

Job Development
We work hard to maintain and expand our working relationships with employers in order to create co-op job opportunities and to list job openings for our graduating students and alumni. These opportunities are accessible through RIT Job Zone, our web-based jobs database system.

Workshops/Info Sessions
Our staff prepares co-op and graduating students for their job search through courses, workshops and orientations. Topics include: resume writing, cover letter writing, effective job search strategies, interviewing techniques, professional dress and etiquette, on-the-job success, and much more.

Walk-In Hours
While appointments are encouraged, for your convenience in handling quick questions or dealing with pressing issues, walk-in hours are scheduled as follows:

Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30am - 11:30am, Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30am - 11:30am & 1:30pm - 3:30pm.

One of our program coordinators is on duty during these times to meet with you on a first-come, first-serve basis. Walk-in hour sign-up is available at the reception desk in our office.

Work Abroad Program
We are working on establishing contacts to assist students in obtaining meaningful work experiences overseas – many that may be used for co-op credit. For example, we are partnering with CDS to help students find employment in Germany. If you have any questions about working abroad, contact Maria Richart mjroce@rit.edu or Louise Carrese at ltcoce@rit.edu. More information about working abroad is available on our site.

Grad School Info
Materials related to selecting and applying to grad schools are available in our reception area. For assistance, make an appointment to meet with Annette Stewart, our Program Coordinator responsible for helping students through this process.

InterviewStream
Before heading into your next interview, spend 30 minutes using our new technology: InterviewStream! Have a PC and a web cam? You can conduct an interview right now! This FREE tool provides feedback and tips of non-verbal behavior and communication missteps, plus it's very helpful for objective program coordinator assessment. (Web cams are available from the Office of Co-op and Career Services).

CareerSearch
We have secured access for RIT students and alumni to this excellent company research site. The link to it can be found on our main student and alumni web pages.

WetFeet Publications
WetFeet Insider are available online in PDF format and career content ranges from industry profiles to job search topics. These award-winning guides are available to you free of charge through our main student and alumni web pages.. By utilizing Wetfeet, you'll be able to conduct in-depth research on companies, careers and industries while also receiving expert career advice. You will also be able to download Insider Guides which cover such career topics as Entertainment and Sports, Human Resources, Investment Banking, Non-Profits, Biotech and more.

Mentor Program
Mentors are RIT alumni or friends of the Institute who volunteer to provide current students with career development support, counsel, friendship, reinforcement and constructive examples. The RIT Mentoring Program is co-sponsored by RIT’s Alumni Network Board of Directors and the Offices of Cooperative Education and Career Services, and Alumni Relations. For more information or to request a mentor, please go to the Mentoring Program link on our student portal page.

Newsletters
The office sends out a student newsletter fall, winter and spring quarters. Each issue includes job search tips, service highlights, and news about upcoming career related events. A special issue is sent on a quarterly basis to our students out on co-op.

Reference Service
Once you have completed the Authorization and Release for Reference Service form (available from our office), we will hold up to 5 letters of recommendation and send copies of your reference letters to employers upon your request (email wahoce@rit.edu with your request). This is a convenient way to provide potential employers with verification of your qualifications.

GoingGlobal
Going Global Incorporated, provider of comprehensive career and employment resources for evaluating, selecting and transitioning into a successful career in a foreign country.

Fax Service
This service is available in our office to assist you in your job search. It is for transmissions only. Please see the office receptionist for details.

Employer Services

Initiating a co-op relationship with RIT is a simple process that does not require a formal contract or long-term commitment. RIT's Office of Cooperative Education and Career Services will:
• Furnish information about RIT's academic programs
• Assist in identifying the most appropriate student candidate pool
• Facilitate contacts with qualified candidates through job postings, on-campus interviews or other recruiting events
• Respond to your staffing needs with personal, individual attention
• Provide salary data and recommendations