College of Computer and Information Science Cooperative Education Program
Graduate CCIS Co-op Quiz
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The quiz will be checked and discussed during your First Formal Interview. Answer all questions on
one text document which you will upload to your MyNEU COOL. You can work from this document or
start your own.
Use these sites for reference when answering questions:
1. http://www.ccs.neu.edu/co-op/students/index.html Links to CCIS Co-op Manual and Resume Guide
2. http://www.northeastern.edu/experiential-learning/coop/students/handbook.html
NU Co-op Student Handbook
3. http://www.ccs.neu.edu/co-op/index.html
Name
Year of Graduation
Pattern:
Major:
CCIS Co-op website
SHOW US WHAT YOU KNOW ABOUT CO-OP:
1. Your commitment to a specific co-op assignment starts when you (Check one):
_____ A. Start work.
_____ B. Sign the "Agreement Form".
_____ C. First tell either your Co-op Coordinator or the employer that you accept the position.
_____ D. Receive a written confirmation letter and or offer letter from the employer.
2. If you encounter a problem on the co-op assignment, you should (Check one):
_____ A. Complain to your friends and co-workers.
_____ B. Quit your job.
_____ C. Hang on until the end of the semester; it’s only a few weeks away.
_____ D. Discuss it with your supervisor and your co-op coordinator.
3. List steps that must be completed to receive a grade of "S" (instead of "U" or "X") for a co-op
period. (Hint: see co-op section, co-op manual, co-op grade requirements)
i.e.: Attend an end of co-op reflection session
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The statement below is referred to as _______________________________________________________________
In many technical and professional fields, in order to work in research, product development, or marketing
activities that generate patentable or confidential information, you may be asked to sign an agreement that
protects the employer from unauthorized disclosure of such information. You are legally bound by this
agreement’s terms in all cases. Information you gather on such a co-op cannot be used in any projects, term
papers, or reports unless your employer signs a release, which you must append to the project paper, or
report. (Hint: NU Co-op Student Handbook)
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5. Please describe how you would handle the above type document signing, if it was a requirement in
order to start working with and employer?
6. Describe what you must do in times of absences and medical leaves from work.
(Hint: refer to Co-op Handbook:
http://www.northeastern.edu/experiential-learning/coop/students/handbook.html
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF:
7. Type up a one-to- two page autobiography (double-spaced).
This should be an example of your best writing ability. Please share what you are comfortable
sharing. You could include the basics such as:
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Where you were born; grew up; have lived; special people in your life; special events that have
affected who you are;
You could choice to be creative. Either way, we are looking forward to getting to know you.
End with your personal and professional goals/objectives for now and the future.
These should include:
 What type of job do you envision for yourself upon graduation?
 What sorts of co-op jobs will you look for to help you reach that goal?
 What are your thoughts about graduate school?
 What is your ultimate career goal (e.g., "I will become the CIO/CTO of Sun Microsystems" or
"I will start my own business and become the next Bill Gates.")? Write a brief paragraph to
explain.
8.
What do you expect to learn and/or experience on your co-op assignment(s)?
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What do you believe your co-op employer will expect from you on your co-op assignment(s)?
PRESENTING YOURSELF PROFESSIONALLY and the JOB INTERVIEW
The job interviews also give you the opportunity to find out more about the position and the company.
Writing out answers to typical questions is an effective way to prepare for interviews. Type at least one
paragraph (containing at least three complete sentences) in response to each of the following questions.
Attach your answers to the quiz.
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Why did you choose this field of study, computer/information science?
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Why did you choose Northeastern University?
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What are your greatest strengths and weaknesses?
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Why should an employer hire you?
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In what ways do you think you can make a contribution to a company?
15.
What kind of supervisor would provide the best-quality learning experience for you?
PRESENTING YOURSELF PROFESSIONALLY and the JOB INTERVIEW (continued)
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16. What two or three accomplishments in your life have given you the most satisfaction? Why?
17. Describe a time when you solved a major problem as part of a team.
18. Why is a manhole cover round?
FIRST FORMAL INTERVIEW
Schedule your first formal interview: This is an opportunity for you to practice your interviewing skills and
professional presentation. It is also your first opportunity to discuss co-op plans with your co-op faculty coordinator
in a one-on-one session.
Complete details can be found on our website: http://www.ccs.neu.edu/co-op/calendar/firstformal.html
For your reference, information on the following topics is available in the NU Co-op Student Handbook
located: http://www.northeastern.edu/experiential-learning/coop/students/handbook.html
International Co-op
Discrimination Sexual harassment
Disabled Student Services
Discharge from the job
Career Services
Deserting the job
Experiencing problems in the workplace
Disciplinary action, co-op probation, and
Layoffs
suspension
Unemployment compensation
Student appeal process
UPLOAD Your Answers into one document to your MyNEU COOL Portfolio account:
Directions: Go into your COOL account,
Go into Documents/Portfolio
Upload a document under Writing Sample and label the document:
Co-op Quiz_LastName_First
Move into your Portfolio
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