NExT Co-op Consulting
An innovative experiential learning model
NExT Co-op Consulting is built on the foundation of Northeastern’s renowned co-op program, giving teams of four to eight students the opportunity to work directly on industry consulting projects. Students fully lead the design, development, and implementation with faculty and peer support, while industry and community partners gain a fresh way to engage with new talent who tackle projects from start to finish.
Where education meets innovation
“We’re taking an idea and from scratch, we’re building it up to exactly what industry partners need”: Northeastern students and faculty discuss the NExT model of experiential learning and the advantages for both participating students and partner organizations.
Why choose NExT Co-op Consulting? Check out the benefits:
Students answer questions about co-op consulting
What’s the main difference between consultancy and traditional co-op?
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How does the program benefit overall professional development?
What are the interdisciplinary advantages?
Sample client projects
Warehouse Management System
Industrial Solutions Provider
Timeline
2025 | 6 months
Customer Intelligence Platform
Verizon
Timeline
2025 | 12 months
Student Experience Matching System
Northeastern University
Timeline
2025 | 3 weeks
ResearchCompass
Northeastern University
Timeline
2025 | 3 weeks
Ready to explore what’s NExT?
For additional information on how to be part of the co-op consulting program (student or industry partner), contact Lauren Heywood, director of partnership relations and student engagement.