Each semester, all students in the College are placed on registration hold. The hold is lifted shortly after students see their advisor, generally the same day. Advisors recommend courses, check prerequisites, and ensure orderly progress toward the degree. Most importantly, advisors provide information on career opportunities and graduate school. Career Experience Prospective employers place great value on relevant work experience.
Every student can gain an edge by getting some on the job training while still in school.
Career experience takes the form of a co-op or internship, work on a faculty research project, or career related part time or summer jobs. Start searching by the end of the freshman year. Career Day Gives students the opportunity to meet with representatives of a number of industries, public agencies, and consulting firms and do informational interviewing to learn about careers. Generally held about the end of February each Spring semester. CS registrants have a definite advantage in seeking co-op and internship positions.