Co-op and Experiential Learning Options

Environmental Sustainability, Health and Safety BS

You will have a wide range of opportunities for career preparation directly related to your field of study, all of which provide hands-on experiences that turn knowledge into know-how.

Co-op Required

Co-op Options

Full-time Co-op Work Week (35 to 40 hours per week)
Part-time Co-op Work Week (10 to 15 hours per week, not to exceed 20)
Unpaid work does not qualify for co-op credit.

Acceptable Substitutions for Co-op

Research: Paid research experience is allowed.
International Experience: International co-op/internship is allowed and study abroad may be allowed with department approval.

Co-op Prep Course

Co-op Prep Course required


Typical Co-op Schedule

12 months: 4 blocks (2 semesters and 2 summers)


Co-op Wages for RIT Environmental Sustainability, Health and Safety BS Students

$23.12/hr

Avg

$44.00/hr

Max

Salary data is calculated using reported wages within the U.S. for RIT students on co-op during summer 2023, fall 2023, and spring 2024.

Career Services Contact

Portrait of Maureen Thompson.
Maureen Thompson
Career Services Coordinator
585‑475‑5081