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Empowering Careers: Bradley's Illinois Cooperative Work Study Program

The Illinois Cooperative Work Study (ICWS) Program at Bradley University enhances students' career prospects through a rich history of cooperative education since 1964. The program has facilitated 1,927 internship placements and boasts a 96% placement rate. By partnering with local employers and providing tailored support, ICWS promotes professional growth, enabling students to gain valuable experience while reducing dependency on student loans. The Springer Center for Excellence in Internships offers workshops and resources, ensuring students are prepared for the workforce and successful in their careers.

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Empowering Careers: Bradley's Illinois Cooperative Work Study Program

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  1. Illinois Cooperative Work Study Program Springer Center for Excellence in Internships

  2. ICWS Supports Bradley’s Mission

  3. A Bit of History… • 1964 Engineering Co-op Program Started • 1981Bradley awarded Cooperative Education Demonstration Grant • 1982 Established Co-op/Intern Faculty Adv. Board • 1985 Formalized a centralized program • 1992 Bradley received its first ICWS grant • 2008 Dedicated the Springer Center • 2011 Recognized by U.S. News & World Report

  4. ICWS Strengthens Bradley’s Program

  5. By the Numbers…. 23 consecutive years of funding 1,927 total ICWS internship placements $89,000 in student earnings for FY2013 19-31 employer partners each year

  6. Student & Employer Selection

  7. Internship Courses Administered by the Smith Career Center in cooperation with the Co-op/Intern Faculty Advisory Board • BUS 201, 301 & ATG 605 • CFA 301 • EHS 301 • EGT 210, 310, 410, 510 (Engineering Internships) • CE 200, CON 200, EE 200, IME 200, IMT 200, ME 200 (Engineering Co-ops) • LAS 301

  8. Established Monitoring Process STUDENTS • Student Learning Agreement Form • Student Pre- and Post-Evaluations • Goals Statement • Reflection Paper • Professional Skills for the Workplace SPRINGER CENTER • Online Course - Workshops and Resources • Employer Midpoint Check-In • Employer Evaluation • Employer Site Visits

  9. Graduate Outcomes…. 86% completed career-related work 96% placement rate 100% placement rate for grant participants 75% of grant participants hired for permanent employment in Illinois 10 graduates hired by grant employers (2011-2012 First Destination Study)

  10. Learning Outcomes Assessment

  11. Learning Outcomes Assessment All comparisons significant at p <0.0001

  12. Learning Outcomes Assessment Correlations significant at p <0.001

  13. Grant Participant Success Story • Bailey Miller ‘13, Executive Team Leader, Target, Streamwood, Illinois • Interned with The Heartland Partnership

  14. Grant Participant Success Story • Enhanced academic, employment, and community relationships • Reduced reliance on student loans • Provided positive effects on personal and professional growth

  15. Thank You

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