Gaining Real-World Business Experience Through Assabet Valley’s Co-op Program

At Murphy Insurance, we have proudly partnered with Assabet Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School’s Cooperative Work Placement Program for several years. The program creates value for both students and employers. Students gain hands-on professional experience in a real business environment, while employers benefit from the support and contributions students bring to their organizations.

When Mimi Le joined Murphy Insurance as a Junior Assabet Co-op student in March 2025, she was taking an important step from the classroom into the professional world. Over the past year, she became a valued member of our team and contributed to a variety of projects within our Marketing Department while exploring potential career interests and building professional experience.

Learning Through Experience

As part of her co-op experience, Mimi worked on a variety of marketing and communications projects that helped support the agency’s goals. Her responsibilities included social media interactions, website updates, and database management, giving her the opportunity to develop practical skills while contributing to day-to-day agency operations.

In addition to learning about marketing and communications, Mimi gained exposure to how a business operates and developed a greater understanding of the insurance industry. Working in a professional environment helped her strengthen her communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills while building confidence through hands-on experience.

Experiences like these help bridge the gap between the classroom and the workplace, providing students with valuable insight into potential career paths while preparing them for future success.

Reflections on the Experience

“Co-op students become part of the team pretty quickly, and Mimi was no exception,” said Wayne Texeira, Marketing Director at Murphy Insurance. “We’ve had the opportunity to watch her learn, grow, and gain confidence along the way. That’s really what makes programs like this so worthwhile. It’s always hard to say goodbye when a student’s co-op experience comes to an end, but it’s also exciting because it means they’re moving on to new opportunities. We’re grateful for everything Mimi contributed during her time with us and look forward to seeing what she accomplishes next.”

Mimi shared her thoughts on her experience at Murphy Insurance

“My experience at Murphy Insurance has been incredibly valuable. Through the Co-op Program, I was able to apply what I’ve learned in school while also developing new skills during my time here. I’m so grateful for the opportunity that was given to me.  I’m very thankful to the Murphy Insurance team for their support, and I’ll carry the lessons I learned here with me as I begin my studies at UMass Lowell and work towards my career.”