All subsequent assignments are predicated on performance, and students must earn the invitation to return to the next assignment. Generally, candidates selected for DESP will schedule four alternating work assignments before graduation. In addition to the DESP award, all Co-op Engineering assignments are paid positions. UT's Cooperative Engineering Program has prepared graduates to be leaders in their chosen professions since 1926. Additionally, Co-op students benefit greatly from networking with experienced engineers and potential future colleagues.
Selection is made during the second semester or later.
All undergraduate engineering students are also encouraged to apply for entry to the Cooperative Engineering Program.