What is Cooperative Education?

Combining Academic Knowledge with the Business World!

Cooperative Education expands learning experiences through paid employment in a supervised, educational work setting related to the student's major.

Internships are paid and unpaid positions related to student's major. Internships can be held for a semester or summer. The length of time commitment is pre-defined by the employer.

• Where do I begin?
• Syllabus, Forms, and Guidelines
• Getting Credit for Your Current Job
• International Internships (through AIESEC)

Benefits 

• Connects classroom-related education with practical work experience
• Clarifies career goals and suitability of career choice
• Gain relevant employment skills and realistic expectations of the work force
• Learn more about the expectations and needs of employers
• Take advantage of networking and mentoring opportunities
• Develops independence, maturity, and responsibility
• Develops confidence, communication skills, and teamwork through working with others
• Earn a paycheck, gain experience, and receive academic credit