Students are to work a minimum of two semesters and may work as many as six semesters. In the event that the placement is an inappropriate match, either the employer or the student may initiate the termination of the co-op agreement. Students may earn academic credit to fulfill program requirements by demonstrating, through a specified academic assignment, the learning gained during the work experience. Students bring fresh ideas, enthusiam and problem-solving ability to the workplace. Students must be of a sophomore or higher standing and must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 to participate in the co-op program.
Eligible students have the approval of the departmental faculty co-op coordinator.
Provide the co-op office with a job description for each position available. Based on your criteria, the co-op office forwards appropriate resumes from which you may choose students to interview. To assist the office in development of policies and procedures by reviewing the current offerings and making them more responsive to the needs of business, industry, and government. To help the office direct the students in the choice of careers by suggesting opportunities for employment and methods of professional advancement.