Co-op / Internship Program
Work-Based Learning Program
Students: Find an internship on Penguin Jobs!
Employers: Post your opportunities on Penguin Jobs!
Work-based learning strenghtens students' career opportunities by providing hands-on experience through internships, practicums, or clinical placements. These experiences help build relevant skills, gain on-the-job training, develop key competencies, and connection with industry networks.
The most common work-based learning (WBL) activities are co-ops (cooperative education) and internships. Here are the difference:
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- Co-ops are part of many degree and certificate programs and provide on-the-job training, college credit, and often wages.
- Internships may be paid or unpaid and do not have to be directly related to your major. Employers often use the terms "co-op" and "internship" interchangeably.
Other types of work-based learning include micro internships (short term project-based
work), externships, apprenticeships, job shadowing, mentorship, informational interviews,
service learning, and volunteering.
Students
Students are responsible for arranging their own co-op or internship experiences.
Begin planning at least two terms in advance. For support in developing a plan or
identifying opportunities, schedule a one-on-one appointment through the Career Services page.
Instructors
199 Instructors are responsible for advising co-op and internship students within
their departments.
Employers
Employers can recruit students by posting opportunities in Penguin Jobs. Employers are also welcome to schedule a meeting with Career Services through the
Career Services webpage.