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Coast-to-Coast Co-op Contest Rules and Guidelines

The ÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø's Coast-to-Coast Co-op Contest runs from June 15, 2024, through February 1, 2025. Winners will be announced during ÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø’s annual Career Education Awards Luncheon in spring 2025.

How to enter

  1. Use the to share a photo or short video (1-minute or less) of yourself at work. 
  2. Bonus points for sharing on social media! Remember to tag @UofCincy or use the hashtag #HireÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø when sharing online. 

Prizes

  • ÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø-branded items (valued at up to $100)
  • Invitation to ÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø’s annual career education awards luncheon
  • Chance to be featured in future ÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø marketing or news publications

General Rules

  • Submissions accepted June 15, 2024, through February 1, 2025.
  • ÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø students participating in credit or non-credit internships or co-ops and currently enrolled in any ÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø college are eligible to participate. 
  • Students must submit the .
  • The ÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø co-op student must appear in the photo or video. Photos/videos that don't include the student will be disqualified.
  • Multiple entries are permitted, but each student may win only one time.
  • Submissions become the property of the ÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø and may be used for promotional purposes beyond the contest.
  • Students are required follow the ÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø Student Code of Conduct.
  • Students should check with their co-op supervisor and must adhere to their employer’s social media guidelines, if applicable.
  • ÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø faculty and staff, co-op employers and members of the general public will determine the contest winners. All decisions are final.
  • One winner will be selected in each of the following categories, so long as a minimum of 5 entries are received:
    •  and Computer Science 

Photo and Video Details

Photo Format

Share a photo of yourself at work and include text that mentions your major, the ÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø, your employer (if permitted), and what you like about co-op. We want to hear about the projects you’re working on, where you work, the people you work with, or other perks of the job. Be sure to tag @UofCincy and use #HireÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø.

Photo Tips

  • Avoid backlight.
  • Shoot near a window so natural light is hitting your face.
  • Keep the background simple.

Video Format

Tell us about your co-op experience with a one-minute (or less) video that mentions your name, your major, the ÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø, your employer (if permitted), and what you like about co-op. We want to hear about the projects you’re working on, where you work, the people you work with, or other perks of the job. Be sure to tag @UofCincy and use #HireÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø.

Video Tips

  • ±Ê°ù±ð²õ±ð²Ô³Ù²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô: Be creative: the more creative, the better! Having your supervisor or co-workers make an appearance in the video is a plus.
  • Delivery: Speak clearly, and keep your remarks simple and straightforward. Check your speaking volume and make sure you’re not too far from the camera.
  • Filming: The video can be shot using a cell phone; just make sure sound and video quality is good. Check your surroundings; make sure anything in the frame of your video is appropriate. Avoid background noise like electronics buzzing or machines running that may distract from the video.
  • Accessibility: Videos should be closed captioned to ensure accessibility for all viewers.

A huge thank you to contest sponsor, the ÃÀ¸ß÷¹ÙÍø College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies, and special thanks to our partner Lindner Career Services. Visit us online for more information about our work and follow us on and .