Learning briefs 9-2-18

Student to participate in cooperative education program

University of Alabama student William Allen of Jackson will participate in the university's Cooperative Education Program for fall 2018, the school recently announced.

Allen will be working at Mercedes Benz in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

In the Cooperative Education Program, more than 250 students alternate periods of full-time study with periods of full-time employment. This program offers work related to the academic major or career interests of each student, experience that enhances the students' employment prospects after graduation.

While in school, students carry regular course schedules. While on co-op, they work with professionals in their fields who supervise their training and work. At work, co-op students earn competitive salaries and may receive benefit packages in addition to valuable job experience, the release stated.