Co-ops and Professional Development

Fenn Co-op vs. Internships

Fenn Co-op Internships
A structured, academic program that integrates classroom studies with paid, productive, real-life work experiences endorsed by Fenn College and the preferred choice of many engineering employers. Through mutual support, the employer must be primarily concerned with utilizing the Internship program to meet its short-term and long-term staffing needs.

Full-time 40 hours a week, academic credit

 Can be full-time or part-time
Ongoing resume review, active job search strategies resources and employer relations support One resume review, secure opportunities using online resources provided

Full time, must cover entire semester

Mentoring opportunities with fellow students

Factory mentors assigned to each co-op student

Co-op scholarships available

No classes while working (besides ESC 300/400)*

Certificate of co-op academic completion awarded upon graduation

Educational and programming resources provided

All co-op opportunities are paid positions

Full or part time or summers only

May take classes during internship

May be accepted at any time

Must be paid
  • Have completed ESC 130
  • Students secure co-ops through
  1. CEEL Office
  2. Handshake
  3. Gradleaders
  4. Other Sources

2.2 min. GPA
Submit co-op application

*To discuss program requirement exceptions contact CEEL Office
  • Should take ESC 130
  • Students secure co-ops through
  1. Handshake
  2. Other Sources

2.2 min. GPA

WHEN A CO-OP IS OBTAINED:

1. Contact CEEL Office

2. Register for the co-op class:

    ESC 300 ­­– Enroll in for fall and spring

co-ops:

    This class to be scheduled during the

co-op:

    ESC 400—Enroll in during Summer

co-ops

                               (1 credit hr.)

WHEN AN INTERNSHIP IS OBTAINED:

1. Notify CEEL Office