Internships are one of the most exciting and beneficial opportunities available to University students. Like internships, cooperative education is a partnership between the University, the student and an employing organization. Co-ops, however, represent a longer and more involved commitment by all parties. Co-op sponsors make their positions available on a continual basis. The University commits to filling the co-op on a continual basis.
Students commit to multiple semesters of work and study.
Successive work semesters involve increasing levels of responsibility. Arrangements between the University and the employing institution will dictate specific details of the co-op. As a student, internship or cooperative education experience is an excellent opportunity to confirm choice of major and affirm career interests. These opportunities can also provide the credentials needed for full-time positions. Earn and learn students contribute toward financing their education.