Warriors at Work co-ops are an exclusive opportunity for ambitious students to participate in a full-time, six-month, paid co-op experience at prestigious companies, while earning credits to stay on track to graduate in four years.
You’ll enhance your coursework with real-world, hands-on experience through a Warriors at Work co-op position. Employers highly value candidates with practical experience, and our co-op participants often receive job offers upon completion of their positions—typically with starting salaries about 10% higher than peers who haven’t completed a co-op.
96% of Merrimack’s undergraduate class of 2024 were either employed, participating in voluntary service, or continuing their education within nine months of graduation.
For Merrimack graduates who are
10–15 years into their careers.
Source: Payscale
There are more than 100,000 jobs, internships and co-ops available to our students on Handshake, Merrimack’s online career management partner.
You will get both real-world experience and a bachelor's degree in your field of study in only four years. Merrimack's co-op experience is unique because it's credit-bearing.
Meet alumni and industry partners who are interested in working with Merrimack students through workshops and exclusive events.
A dedicated advisor to strategically map out courses and get your co-op timing just right.
You'll have one-on-one access to a dedicated faculty champion and career advisor.
Our mentors can provide you with real-world guidance and help you expand your professional network.
During your co-op semester you will get guaranteed parking at Merrimack.
During your co-op, you may adjust your housing/meal plan to accommodate your co-op.
You can earn up to $20,000 during your six-month co-op experience.
“I recently completed my 6 month co-op at Walt Disney World as a Park Greeter in Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. During my time there, I learned about company operations and learned the park's core values of Efficiency, Safety, Courtesy, Show, and Inclusion.”
Casey Stevenson '24
Co-Op at Walt Disney World
Major: Communication & Media
"I'm thrilled to start a Spring 2024 Electro-Mechanical Co-op position at Draper Laboratory! None of this would have been possible without the fantastic connections made at the NSBE Fall Regional Conference. Grateful for the opportunity and excited for what's ahead!”
Chris Rincon '25
Electro-Mechnical Co-Op at Draper Laboratory
Major: Mechanical Engineering
"I am grateful for all of the connections I made over the past 4 years in the classroom as well as through leadership roles! I look forward to completing my Master of Science in Accounting with a focus in Taxation at Merrimack over the next year and then transitioning to a full-time tax associate at Baker Tilly US next July!"
Kylie Flanagan '25
Co-Op at Baker Tilly
Major: Business Administration, Accounting & Corporate Finance
"Landing an internship my freshman year of college as an engineering student is something I'm really proud of - it's not something that happens very often, but I've learned that it's definitely possible with the right effort and support.
Otniel Castanos Marte '28
Internship at Town of North Andover
Major: Civil Engineering
"I’m so thankful for all my friends and mentors at Merrimack College who have played huge roles in shaping my success and for being a part of this unforgettable experience. I am excited to begin my next journey and start working with Andersen next month!"
Mary Flaherty '23
Co-Op at Andersen
Major: Accounting & Business Management
When you participate in Warriors at Work, your program will have a Faculty Champion who is dedicated to:
In the first two years of the Warriors at Work program, you’ll participate in activities to help you develop the skills and relationships you need to succeed. Activities include:
Match with your mentor (young alumni/upper-class student) and participate in a group service learning experience.
Participate in group site visits to local organizations and benefit from the cohort-based Professional Development Retreat (PDR).
Get networking opportunities with top executives, continue mentorship meetings and complete the co-op reflection course.
Showcase your hard and soft skills at Merrimack alumni events and industry partner get togethers to allow for exclusive job searching.
Source: National Association of Colleges and Employers
Merrimack College co-op participants have an opportunity to work at a number of prestigious organizations and companies, including:
Students from the following majors have the opportunity to participate in Warriors at Work:
Girard School of Business
*Accounting co-op placements typically last 3-4 months,
depending on the employer and time of year.
School of Arts and Sciences
School of Education and Social Policy
School of Engineering and Computational Sciences
Students who apply for admission to start in fall 2026 will be automatically considered for Warriors at Work as part of the application review process.
