Careers

Are you a recent college graduate looking to take the first big step in your career? Does your current job not require the education you worked so hard for? Have you ever wondered how to break into a career in tech?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, the COOP Careers Fellowship in data analytics or digital marketing could be the right fit for you! Our proven program model, which includes job training courses, will help you gain the skills and network you need for the career you deserve! You will gain hard skills through free certifications in our career accelerator fellowship, while acquiring a large network who will help you land that first (or next) great job! Three in four COOP alumni landed a great new job within one year of completing the fellowship and more than doubled their salary. The best part is that COOP is completely free!

Fill out an interest form today:

About you:

You earned a bachelor’s degree within the last 10 years and/or will be earning a bachelor's degree before February 18, 2026

You live within a two-hour commuting distance to Chicago

You are unemployed (and legally authorized to work in the U.S.) or underemployed (meaning your current job description does not require a bachelor’s degree.)

You are a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the U.S. (i.e. permanent resident, employment authorization, DACA recipient.)

You must be available three evenings a week (Monday-Wednesday, 6:30-9:30 PM)

You will be at least 21 years of age by February 18, 2026

In addition, candidates should also identify with at least ONE of these criteria:

• First-generation college grad: meaning you (or a sibling) are the first in your immediate family (parents or grandparents) to earn a bachelor’s degree in the United States.
• Financial aid recipient: you qualified for either a Pell Grant or state need-based financial aid through most of your college career.

Sound like you? Apply ASAP!

Seats are limited--don't miss this! Questions? Contact [email protected]