Prior to the start of the registration period for the term in which a student wishes to complete a Co-op or Internship experience, the student must:

1.    Contact the course instructor to set up an appointment to discuss course requirements.

2.    Locate a company or agency where the student can work on field related tasks/assignments as a co-op student or intern.

3.   Meet with the representatives of the company/agency to develop a contract or agreement with this unit.  The contract should cover exact expectations as they relate to work hours, task assignments, supervisor assignments, etc.

4.    Finalize the contract by having both the student and company sign the agreement.  [Sample contract]

5.    Return the agreement to the instructor.

  Prior to the first day of class/work, the student should:

6.    Review the syllabus one more time to get answers to any questions they might have regarding course requirements, course grading scheme, etc.

7.    Prepare for the first step as an intern or co-op student just as you would for the first day of a new job.  The impression you make on day one may well stay with you for the entire 12 to 15 weeks.

Good Luck!