Co-op is an educational experience which integrates academic and career interests with industry experience. Students convert theory into practice, applying classroom knowledge to work situations, learning information and skills to enhance future coursework.
Cornell Engineering students are self-reliant, ready, confident in their abilities, and eager to learn. Employers who hire Co-ops gain more than outstanding apprentices-they have the opportunity to observe and groom prospective full-time employees.
to participate in a co-operative education experience, a student must...
the work experience must be:
Cornell Engineering students are seeking opportunities all year-round.
Please contact Julie at engr_coop@cornell.edu or 607-255-3512 for information about hiring Cornell Engineers for co-op/semester internships.
Fall Co-op recruiting can be for any of the following work terms: Spring, Spring/Summer, Summer/Fall, or Fall the following year.
Co-op students work full-time for at least one semester. Co-op students are participating in an Engineering or Computer Science major.
Students are formally enrolled in the co-op program during a fall or spring semester. However, employers and students may agree to any of the following work arrangements:
...my Co-op assignment was probably the single most influential experience during my time at Cornell. Hands down, it was the best decision I've made for my education after deciding to come to Cornell in the first place.
