The student and employer will participate in three to five sessions, totaling a minimum of 12 months. The student participating in this program will work full-time with an employer, but the commitment is less than 12 months. Typically the student will work 8 months, equivalent to a summer and a semester.
Some assignments are for one semester only.
This program is full-time work experience for a minimum of 10 weeks during the summer session. There is no obligation on the part of the student or employer to continue the internship for future summers. Retention rates of new employees with work experience are higher than those recruited without work experience. Many co-op or intern students become permanent employees of the employer. The employer can heighten company awareness and reputation through positive co-op or internship experiences.