Experiential LEARNING

Northeastern is the leader in experiential education

Equipping you to be a force for innovation

No other university offers a greater range of opportunities to explore cutting-edge career fields and develop your professional skills. From co-op and research to service learning, our Oakland campus gives you access to one of the Pacific Rim’s most powerful innovation ecosystems. Hone your creative problem-solving instincts to foster the agility and global mindset that our complex world demands.

Learn in new contexts and apply your knowledge in real-world settings.

Grow your leadership abilities as an individual and a team member.

Take part in opportunities that span—and positively impact—the world.

Gain skills, agility, and connections to navigate your next steps.

BLOOMING AT A BAY AREA STARTUP

“I’ve had opportunities to combine passion with a work ethic of grit and gratitude. Now I’m where I should be.”

Amelia Langan, ’23
Master of Science candidate in biotechnology

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Engage in meaningful work while pursuing your passions

At Northeastern in Oakland, experiential learning includes:

Leadership opportunities

From the moment you step foot on campus, you can grow your leadership and organizational skills by initiating or joining a student club. Collaborating with your peers, you can take the lead in creating new opportunities like a weekend-long, problem solving hackathon.

Co-op

Beginning in your sophomore year, explore potential careers through Northeastern’s most immersive experiential program. Our co-op program lets you dive into a full-time, months-long professional work experience that positions you for a successful future.

Connecting with industry leaders

As a student in Oakland, you’ll have numerous opportunities to connect with leaders from the Bay Area and Pacific Rim companies that are shaping the future, through speakers’ series, events, and our Experiential Entrepreneurship program.

Transformative research

Expand your knowledge and work side-by-side with faculty on research as you leverage on-campus facilities such as the XR lab, Makerspaces, and The Institute for NanoSystems Innovation.

Experiential Treks

Our Experiential Treks program partners with Bay Area companies to give students immersive real-world experiences. Students gain insights into their own educational and career paths in addition to making valuable professional connections.

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Experienced-powered education

Learning in global contexts

In addition to Bay Area opportunities, as an Oakland student you can study or complete co-ops across the country—or across the globe. With experiential learning options in 151 countries, you’ll put ideas into action through work, research, international study, and service. It’s how we launch learners into a life of achievement and impact.

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