Take Part in Our Co-op Program
As a senior or third-trimester junior approved for the Cooperative Education Program, you become ambassadors for BVT in local industries and businesses. You have the unique opportunity to gain valuable job experience by working in local businesses during your scheduled shop weeks. As a junior, you are eligible to work your third trimester through the summer into your senior year.
To participate in Co-op, you must first receive approval from your parents/ guardians, your vocational instructor, and the Vocational Director. Such approval indicates that you have met all criteria, are in good academic and vocational standing, and have a record of good attendance and good conduct.
The Vocational Office agrees to select candidates based on the student’s abilities and the Cooperative Education employer’s needs. Each student is assigned an on-the-job supervisor who provides supervision and instruction during employment, as well as a periodic evaluation that is used to determine the student’s technical grade. The student’s progress is monitored on a regular basis and any and all employer concerns will be addressed by BVT.
Application Process
If you are interested in taking part in our Co-op Program there are requirements that must be met. The following process must occur in sequential order.
- Student Handbook – Review the requirements set forth in our Student Handbook prior to any job interview or job application submission.
- Eligibility Form – The eligibility form can be completed here. The Vocational Office will advise the student of their status once it has been verified: Eligibility Form
- Job Interview – If a job interview is offered to a student, they must notify their instructor and the Vocational Office as to when it is scheduled to occur. If the interview is scheduled to occur during school hours, a parent’s signed note must be submitted to the BRC prior to dismissal. The BRC verifies all interviews with the Vocational Office for attendance records.
- Final Online Application – Once the student has been offered a job, the student will be granted access to the final online application which must be completed. A hard copy will be printed for the parents, students, and shop instructor to sign. Please note that you must first check your eligibility before you can apply.
- Employability & Co-op Expectation Session – The last step is for the student to attend the required employability and Co-op expectation session. These sessions are scheduled by the Vocational Office with the student once the entire application is complete.
Expectations of our Cooperative Education Process
If you are interested in participating in BVT's Cooperative Education program, it’s important for you to understand your role, as well as the expectations of each party (student, employer, teacher, parent, and our Vocational Office) within the process.
QUESTIONS?
Do you have questions about our Co-Op Program or want to apply for a co-op job? Feel free to contact Kerri Baltramaitis, our Vocational Director, at 508-529-7758 x3412 or kbaltramaitis@valleytech.k12.ma.us