Cooperative Education at Grossman School

The UVM Grossman School of Business is pleased to announce receipt of a $15-million gift to launch a Co-op program thanks to the Grossman Family Foundation. The target launch for the Grossman School of Business Co-op program is Fall 2025. The Co-op program will add to the portfolio of available student opportunities to deepen real-world experiences working in partner organizations gaining problem solving and communication skills to apply classroom knowledge and grow career experiences both during and after graduation. 

What is Cooperative (Co-op) Education?  

Co-op is an immersive full-time paid work experience integrated into undergraduate academic studies where students alternate between classroom education and full-time employment, all while gaining practical, hands-on experience in their field of study. Working full-time in partner organizations allows students to experience real-world business situations, gain critical problem solving and communication skills, and apply classroom knowledge and tools to real-world business applications. 

View press release announcing the gift for the Co-op.

Preparing for Co-op Launch

Employer Organizations 

We are excited to work with existing employer partners and establish new relationships as the Co-op program launches. Contact Stephanie Meunier, Cooperative Education Director, Grossman School of Business by email at Stephanie.Meunier@uvm.edu to explore how your organization can get involved. 

Current Students 

The Co-op program at the UVM Grossman School of Business will launch Fall 2025. We are currently building the undergraduate business Co-op program, including determining student eligibility requirements and employer opportunities.  

Our Center for Student Success is a resource to discuss all academic and career programs currently available to support your degree completion and professional development plan.