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CoOp Programs

Choose a CoOp program below to learn more:

Students involved in VSB's CoOp programs are afforded many benefits, including the opportunity to gain real world out-of-classroom learning experience; explore possible career interests; crystallize values and career goals; and earn hands-on experience that will enhance your marketability when pursuing full-time positions upon graduation.

To begin the application process for any of the CoOp programs, schedule an appointment with Jennifer Mullen, Internship/CoOp Coordinator - Student Outreach (The Clay Center at VSB-Bartley 1054; jennifer.mullen@villanova.edu; 610-519-3746).

Delaware County District Attorney's Office Forensic Accounting/Economic Crimes CoOp

Overview

This unique Forensic Accounting/Economic Crimes CoOp, offered through the Office of the District Attorney of Delaware County (PA), is known to be the first of its kind in the country. One or two placements are anticipated for each six-month period. This program will be conducted at the Delaware County Courthouse in Media, PA.

For more information, please visit the Clay Center at VSB (Bartley 1054).

Eligibility

To be eligible for the Delaware County District Attorney’s Office CoOp, you must have:

  • An accounting, finance, or VSB economics major; students minoring in these disciplines will also be considered
  • Junior year status (preferred) during the CoOp; sophomores (for spring CoOp) and seniors (for fall CoOp) may also be considered
  • A 3.0 minimum overall GPA
  • Completed Financial Management and Reporting (VSB 2010), and Principles of Managerial Accounting (VSB 3006) preferred (prior to participation in CoOp)
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet analysis
  • Pass a criminal background check
     
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DuPont Marketing Communications CoOp

Overview

CoOps will work a six-month full-time assignment in DuPont’s Safety & Protection Platform and can expect to receive a variety of experiences in the marketing/public relations field. Located in Wilmington, Delaware, DuPont has CoOp placement positions available in:

  • E-Marketing-Developing and implementing website tagging and website traffic-monitoring campaigns; marketing leads management project; work with key business leaders to improve data management practices.
  • Consumer Products Brand Management-Idea generation and implementation for the improvement of product packaging development, product line reviews, website content and business processes; help create a demand-creation campaign to maximize the success of DuPont’s consumer products.
  • Trade Shows and Events-Assist in planning, preparation and execution of multiple tradeshow events, including those in conjunction with DuPont’s high profile Nascar sponsorship; write, edit and help pitch press releases to targeted media.
  • Public Relations-Provide public relations support to DuPont’s Leadership Initiative; coordinate media events in association with Ogilvy PR; create online media kits and coordinate public relations content on associated business websites.

  • For more information, please visit the Clay Center at VSB (Bartley 1054).


    Eligibility

    To be eligible for the DuPont Marketing Communications CoOp, you must:

    • Be a marketing major or minor; other majors with interest in marketing will be considered
    • Have junior or senior year status (during CoOp)
    • Have a 3.0 minimum overall GPA
    • Have completed Competitive Effectiveness (VSB 2020) prior to participation in CoOp; completion of Advertising Management (MKT 2220) and/or Integrated Marketing Campaigns (MKT 4132) preferred
    • Strong written, verbal, analytical and interpersonal skills; resourcefulness and motivation to drive projects to completion
    • Ability to work in U.S. without restriction
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    Johnson & Johnson Brand Marketing CoOp

    Overview

    CoOps will work a six-month full-time assignment on a Consumer Brand Marketing team at the Ft. Washington, PA campus, home of three members of the Johnson & Johnson family: McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Johnson & Johnson Merck, and McNeil Nutritionals, LLC. Participants will develop and/or execute marketing programs and strategies, work with creative agencies to produce consumer communications, and analyze category and competitive trends using IRI, Neilson and internal databases.

    For more information, please visit the Clay Center at VSB (Bartley 1054).

    Eligibility

    To be eligible for the Johnson & Johnson Brand Marketing CoOp, you must have:

    • Previous marketing internships or experience (e.g., marketing role in campus organization, society involvement, etc.)
    • Junior year status during CoOp; sophomores (for spring CoOp) and seniors (for fall CoOp) may also be considered
    • A 3.0 minimum overall GPA
    • Completed Competitive Effectiveness (VSB 2020) prior to participation in CoOp
    • Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills 

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    Johnson & Johnson Consumer Sales CoOp

    Overview

    The Johnson & Johnson Consumer Sales CoOp involves a six-month full-time assignment providing students with exposure to business-to-business sales and an opportunity to gain an overall knowledge of the Consumer Packages Goods industry, while teaming up with internal partners such as Marketing, Finance and Operations. Participation in this program provides students with many benefits, including responsibilities such as analyzing data to understand business drivers and trends, reporting and evaluating monthly sales versus forecast activity, and executing retail and customer initiatives. Typically CoOp placements are located in Fort Washington, PA and Skillman, NJ with additional placement possibilities in California, Illinois, Rhode Island, and Arkansas.

    For more information, please visit the Clay Center at VSB (Bartley 1054).

    Eligibility

    To be eligible for the Johnson & Johnson Consumer Sales CoOp, you must have:

    • A VSB major with an interest in business-to-business sales
    • Junior year status (during CoOp); sophomores (for spring CoOp) and seniors (for fall CoOp) may also be considered
    • A 3.0 minimum overall GPA
    • Authorized to work in the U.S.
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    Johnson & Johnson Finance/Accounting CoOp

    Overview

    The Johnson & Johnson CoOp program involves a six-month full-time assignment at one of J&J’s operating companies in one of four accounting/finance areas, including Financial Accounting, Commercial/Marketing Finance, Operations Finance, or Business Development and Research & Development Finance. Participation in this program provides students with many benefits, including exposure to project teamwork, business communications, technical research of “real world” issues, process excellence (Six Sigma), and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Typically seven to ten CoOp positions are available for Villanova students every six-month period in various locations including: Somerville, NJ, Titusville NJ, New Brunswick, NJ, and Raritan, NJ.

    For more information, please visit the Clay Center at VSB (Bartley 1054).

    Eligibility

    To be eligible for the Johnson & Johnson Finance and Accounting CoOp, you must have:

    • Accounting, finance or VSB economics major; students minoring in these disciplines will also be considered
    • Junior year status (preferred) during CoOp; sophomores (for spring CoOp) and seniors (for fall CoOp) may also be considered
    • A 3.0 minimum overall GPA
    • Completed Financial Management and Reporting (VSB 2010); Principles of Managerial Accounting (VSB 3006) preferred (prior to participation in CoOp)

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    Morgan Stanley Operations CoOp

    Overview

    The Morgan Stanley CoOp program involves a six-month full-time assignment designed to provide a complete experience and serve as a pipeline into the full-time Operations Analyst Program. The program will provide CoOps with a thorough overview of the financial services industry, and the challenges and opportunities one can expect from a Morgan Stanley career. CoOps will work closely with colleagues to solve operational problems, conduct revenue analysis, and participate in firm reengineering projects. Location: New York City.

    For more information, please visit the Clay Center at VSB (Bartley 1054).

    Eligibility

    To be eligible for the Morgan Stanley CoOp, you must have:

    • A VSB major
    • Junior year status (during CoOp); sophomores (for spring CoOp) and seniors (for fall CoOp) may also be considered
    • A 3.0 minimum overall GPA
    • Completed Financial Management and Reporting (VSB 2010) prior to participation in CoOp

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    SAP Management Information Systems (MIS) CoOp

    Overview

    The SAP MIS CoOp program involves a six-month full-time assignment in Global Support, Knowledge Management, or Field Services. The CoOp will engage in critical customer issues to provide solution support either remotely or on-site. Furthermore, the CoOp's primary work location will be at SAP America's Headquarters in Newtown Square, PA (CoOp must have the ability and flexibility to travel as needed).

    For more information, please visit the Clay Center at VSB (Bartley 1054).

    Eligibility

    To be eligible for the SAP MIS CoOp, you must have:

    • An MIS major or minor
    • Junior or senior year status (during CoOp)
    • A 3.0 minimum overall GPA
    • Have completed ERP (MIS 3020: Enterprise Systems & Applications) and Database Management (MIS 2030) courses prior to participation in the CoOp

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