While placement is not guaranteed, ever effort is made by WPI to find appropriate work assignments for each qualified student. Final matching and selection are accomplished by direct interview between the sponsor and the student. With mutial agreement between the faculty advisor and the sponsor, work during the employment assignment can be for academic credit as part of the student's thesis or graduate project. If desired, a representative of the sponsor organization can serve on the student's thesis committee along with two WPI faculty members. A key to success centers on regular communication and evaluation among the students, the sponsors, and the faculty.
Students also evaluate the internship experience during and after specific work assignments.