Part-Time Lecturer – Cooperative Education

Company: Northeastern University
Location: Boston
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

About the Opportunity Looking for a qualified candidate who would teach hybrid and online graduate-level courses on Cooperative Education. This position is located at the Northeastern University Boston Campus. Responsibilities: Teach graduate and undergraduate courses relating to cooperative education and career development. Courses designed to provide a forum for students to critically analyze and reflect on the relationship between theoretical learning and their field experience. In conjunction with this course, students complete a cooperative education placement to gain practical experience. Students are asked to investigate the challenges, opportunities, standards and implications of their career interests by looking through the lens of the organization that provides their work experience. Students are expected to design a portfolio that demonstrates their career applying leadership principles to practical situations, networking to increase post graduate opportunities, professional presentation skills, business etiquette, cultural communication and personal branding, creating a career development plan. 12 week courses begin every quarter with starts in September, January, April and July. Positions are available contingent upon enrollment, funding and departmental needs. Stipend rates per course. The Cooperative Education Program at the College of Professional Studies Course assignment and instruction for this posting will be for the Cooperative Education division of the College of Professional Studies which serves students who want to gain practical work experience during the course of their degree program. These courses are designed for students who meet eligibility criteria and are participating in short term practical work experiences (internships and co-ops) that are relevant to their vision and skill level. Course content includes areas such as: self-assessment, preparation of job search materials, industry analysis and research. Qualifications: Master’s degree required. Related certifications or licensures, as well as work in experiential learning, career services or related field preferred. 2 years teaching experience required. Online teaching experience desirable. Applicants with industry experience in regulatory affairs, international relations or economic development preferred for some sections. Courses to be taught primarily hybrid and online. Courses begin every 6 weeks with starts in September, January, and April. Positions are available contingent upon enrollment, funding and departmental needs. Stipend rates per course. Applicants should submit materials including a letter of interest, vitae, teaching evaluations, and contact information for three professional references. In your cover letter, please discuss how you can support our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment for all faculty, staff, and students. Position Type Academic Additional Information Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Pay Range: The per credit rate is $1,529

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