A person, company, or organization with whom one works together on a joint project, business venture, or undertaking.
example
Für die Entwicklung der neuen Software suchen wir einen zuverlässigen Kooperationspartner.
For the development of the new software, we are looking for a reliable cooperation partner.
Usage tips
Word composition
This word is made up of 'die Kooperation' (cooperation) and 'der Partner' (partner). The 's' in the middle is a linking sound that connects the two words.
EXAMPLE
Unser Kooperationspartner hat seinen Sitz in Frankreich.
Our cooperation partner is based in France.
Register and style
'Kooperationspartner' (cooperation partner) is a formal term used especially in the business world, in academia, and in official projects.
EXAMPLE
Die Universität und ihr internationaler Kooperationspartner unterzeichneten den Vertrag.
The university and its international cooperation partner signed the contract.
Typical combinations
A cooperation partner is often 'gesucht' (sought), 'gefunden' (found), or 'gewonnen' (secured). Typical adjectives are 'zuverlässig' (reliable), 'langjährig' (long-standing), or 'potenziell' (potential).
EXAMPLE
Wir suchen für dieses Projekt noch einen zuverlässigen Kooperationspartner.
We are still looking for a reliable cooperation partner for this project.
Compare with
confusable
Kooperationspartner vs Mitarbeiter
employee
'der Mitarbeiter' and 'der Kooperationspartner' both have to do with working together, but they are not on the same level. A 'Mitarbeiter' belongs to a company, public authority, or organization, or works on a project. A 'Kooperationspartner' is usually another person, company, or organization from outside that you work together with on something. The words can be confusing because both can be involved in a project. If someone belongs to your own team or organization, 'Mitarbeiter' fits better. If it is about cooperation between separate sides, 'Kooperationspartner' is more precise.
Kooperationspartner
Für das Schulprojekt arbeitet die Klasse mit einem Kooperationspartner aus der Werkstatt zusammen.
For the school project, the class is working with a cooperation partner from the workshop.
Mitarbeiter
Die Chefin sucht einen Mitarbeiter für die neue Abteilung.
The boss is looking for an employee for the new department.