Here are some examples of what employers had to say about the CoOp programme:
'Good programme; allows Employer access to possible recruits for future requirements, while giving students experience of a real working environment.'
Aircraft maintenance company, employer of engineering students.
'The Cooperative Education Programme gives the student invaluable experience of working in a professional organisation and also provides the organisation with skilled workers.'
Integrated Chip Manufacturer, employer of engineering students.
'A work placement is always beneficial to students to offer a real idea of the work place, and nowhere is this more true than journalism, as are needs a 'hands on approach' and practical experience.
Daily Newspaper, employer of humanities students.
'The programme is of benefit to all parties, as it allows students to obtain a flavour of working in an external environment prior to their qualification, and allows employers the benefit of fresh thinking and ideas that a student can bring to the workplace.'
Local Authority, employer of humanities students.
'The Cooperative Education programme is beneficial to both the students and the company. The student can see how their studies are used in the workplace, and the company gets enthusiastic staff who are willing to learn and gain work experience.'
Financial Services organisation, employer of business students.
'Fantastic idea ! Currently have another student on placement from Limerick - very pleased with level of aptitude of all Limerick students to date'.
Global Real Estate Company, employer of humanities students.