If you're a math major who's gonna do co-op, what jobs do you get?

[kramer733]

Well didn't even start my degree yet but I'm trying to figure out what a math major does in co-op. What kind of gigs can he land?

On another note, if you want to do research while you're in undergraduate, how can you even help? With sciences you can atleast help set up the lab but with math, it's really different.

 

[snipez90]

What is co-op?

 

[zif.]

What is co-op?

Similar to an internship.

Co-op is generally a program ran by the university aimed at getting undergrads work experience.

They give you a bit of training, help you write your resume and cover letter, and work with businesses to get you a job.

Typically four for five work terms, so it adds an extra year to your degree.

The plus side is that you get to experience working at different companies in four month chunks so you have a better idea of what you want to do. You also get paid a decent wage and (in Canada) can come out of school without any loans.