These professional practice programs are a major resource for employers in the region and an excellent training ground for students. If you are interested in learning more about establishing a collaboration with The Shriver Center through a cooperative education or internship placement, please click here to download a Position Description Form and an Employer Agreement Form . For more information on how to develop a quality work experience, click here for the Employer Handbook. Students pursuing a wide variety of majors gain valuable experience directly applicable to their chosen careers.
Placements are available in Baltimore, Washington, and out of state.
UMBC's Cooperative Education Program is nationally recoginized and is the largest, most successful program in Maryland. Scholars students compete locally or nationally for top-level placements which are paid and linked to credit. Scholars programs include the statewide Governor's Summer Internship Program, the Maryland Department of Transportation Fellows Program and Meyerhoff Scholarship Student Summer Internships. Students can choose to serve in the Center's Choice Program or one of a dozen community organizations. The placements are open to any student with an interest and commitment to service and learning.