High School Co-op
Part-timeEast Providence, RIPart-time$16.5/hrPosted 1w agoStill listed 5 days ago
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Job overview
Rexel USA is seeking a High School Co-op in East Providence, Rhode Island. The position offers a high school senior supervised on-the-job training to apply classroom skills. The co-op will support purchase orders, product information, database maintenance, and assigned projects. Candidates must be enrolled in a work study program and currently attend Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School; Microsoft Office knowledge is requested.
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Company Description
Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.
Job Description
We are looking for a High School Co-op to join our Rexel, USA team in East Providence, RI!
Summary:
The High School Co-op position is an opportunity for a High School Senior to learn and apply skills mastered in the classroom. This position provides students with supervised on-the-job training.
What You'll Do:
- Expedite and update purchase orders via ERP system
- Check and respond to e-mail
- Accumulate, prepare, and distribute product spec sheets
- Assist in maintaining product database integrity
- Assist with projects as assigned
- Other duties as assigned
Job Duties Disclaimer:
The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.
Qualifications
What You'll Need
- Enrolled in work study program
- Less Than High School - Preferred
- Currently attending Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Reliable, prompt, and willingness to listen and learn
- Good communication and presentation skills
- Organized and efficient
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Additional Information
Physical Demands:
- Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly – at least 51%
- Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Occasionally – up to 20%
- Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51%
- Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51%
Weight and Force Demands:
- Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally – up to 20%
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.
For the state of Rhode Island only, the pay is $16.50.
Our Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401K with Employer Match
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- HSA Accounts
- Commuter Transit Benefits
- Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
- Employee Discount Programs
- Professional Training & Development Programs
- Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within
Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.
How this job compares
Set against the 554 open Co-Op jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 14, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$16.5/hr
- US median$24–31/hr306 hourly ranges
This rate, $16.50/hr, is 42% below the US median midpoint ($29/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Co-Op hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 554 open Co-Op jobs across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
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- Education
- 400 of the 554 open Co-Op jobs (72%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 14, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.
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