<p>Like if you have a 3.4 to 3.6, what are the chances of getting a good one? I’d say great. Meaning- you have a great shot at getting on the interview list when compared to other first timers. But there are two major, major things to consider (and I’m sure Tom would agree with me):</p>
<p>1) If the job is one that 2nd timers would be interested in (something intermediate level, or at a really well known company for example), then your chances of getting the job plummet. Of course you can still do amazing and impress everyone and beat the others out- but the fact of the matter is they have experience, and you don’t. That’s why the first co-op is the hardest to get, and why you need to be the least picky for the first. No matter what your GPA is, you should consider yourself lucky for any job offer- cause you’ve got nothing really to offer them yet.</p>
<p>2) As Tom said, a 3.3 could beat out ten students with 3.9s if they do well at the interview. People, especially well qualified people, tend to get really cocky. They don’t prepare, or they don’t know how to prepare, and they mess it up. I’ve been to interviews with my co-op employers and I’ve talked to them afterwards about candidates, and I can promise they NEVER say “well that one kid had a 3.8”. It’s all about the conversation, how you answer questions, if the personalities fit, etc. The GPA will just help you get your resume on their desk.</p>