Internship Experiences
University-sponsored internships are often an important part of an academic program. Students may apply for an internship if they have completed 60 credits and have at least a 2.0 GPA. Forty hours of supervised internship is equivalent to one academic credit hour. A maximum of 12 credits is applicable to an undergraduate degree program from internship experiences. Internships are available at a variety of venues, such as governmental agencies, businesses, foundations, and other organizations.
Students who are interested in internships must consult with their program’s academic advisor, since they may need to meet additional internship requirements specific to their program, department, or college.
In all cases, an approved agreement between the university and the external organization at which the internship will be performed must be in place before the student can be enrolled for internship credit.
Cooperative Education (Co-ops)
Some departments allow students to participate in cooperative education experiences. These experiences provide students with opportunities to gain practical work experiences related to their academic programs. These experiences may be the first contact students have working in their profession. They are often offered for zero credit and are typically unpaid.
Students may apply for co-ops if they have completed 30 credits and have at least a 2.0 GPA. They typically participate in these programs during their sophomore or junior years, often during the summer. Interested students need to consult with their academic advisors concerning the availability and requirements of co-ops within their department.
In all cases, if students decide to register for a co-op course, an approved agreement between the university and the external organization at which the co-op experience will be performed must be in place before the student can enroll in the course.
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