How do co-ops and internships work?
Co-ops and internships are work/study programs with industry and are managed by our Engineering Career Services (ECS) office. Internships are usually completed over the summer or during the semester break, while the typical rotation for a co-op experience alternates semesters at a company and back in school for two years, although other arrangements are possible. These opportunities are extremely valuable for a number of reasons. First, students experience real-world engineering situations, bringing a new element of discovery and purpose back to the classroom. Next, students have the opportunity to earn a respectable salary and at the same establish a strong connection for possible employment with industry after graduation.
