Co-op Average Pay Rates
2025 Co-op Hourly Rate of Pay by Major
| Major | Average | Lowest | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture | $18.07 | $10.70 | $40.00 |
| Aviation Studies | $16.15 | $10.70 | $30.00 |
| Construction Management | $20.42 | $12.00 | $37.00 |
| Electronics and Computer Engineering (Technology) | $16.19 | $12.00 | $21.00 |
| Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering (Technology) | $21.72 | 17.00 | $30.62 |
| Robotics (Mechatronics) | $22.12 | $15.00 | $28.75 |
| Systems Engineering | $28.00 | $28.00 | $28.00 |
| Visual Communication Technology | $15.47 | $10.00 | $25.00 |
2025 College of Tech. Co-op Overall Average Hourly Rate of Pay: $18.41
Bowling Green State University is committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. and the Cooperative Education Office embraces this commitment.
The Office of Cooperative Education in the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering is embraces a culture of inclusion and respect by equitably and empathetically assisting every student in attaining a cooperative education experience.
The federal government protects employees (including students) through various laws and policies including, but not limited to OSHAct , EEOC and FLSA.
The Office of Cooperative Education does not sanction unpaid co-ops/internships. Unpaid co-ops/internships further disadvantage marginalized students therefore, the co-op office advocates that all students are compensated for the skills, talents and contributions they offer.
Benefits of Hiring a Co-op Student
- A cost-effective recruiting tool to train and evaluate potential, future employees.
- Develop a pipeline of talent to meet industry needs.
- Meet specific and/or short-term staffing needs.
- A resource for completing unique and special projects.
- Influence curriculum by exposing students and faculty to industry technologies and innovations.
- Exposure to research and innovation in education.
- Connect to potential seminars, workshops and consultants.
- Opportunity to give insight and feedback about workforce development needs.
- Give back to the community and support students.
Updated: 10/08/2025 02:51PM