Internships and Externships

Looking for career-related experience? There are many options — all bring value!

• Internships
  Career-related experience typically full-time during the summer or part-time during the semester, and usually paid. Start with ePACK.  [View guidelines for full-time, non-credit semester internships.]
• Externships
  Career-related experience for first year engineering students during spring break.  Externs job shadow full-time for 1-2 days and are unpaid. Start with externships.
• Co-op
  Career-related experience involving three rotations of work alternating with semesters of school. Co-ops work full-time and are paid. Start with a Co-op orientation.
• Research
  Career-related experience during the summer or semester working with faculty and grad students.  Ideal choice for students considering graduate study. Research is full-time or part-time and often paid. Start with faculty in labs of interest or Undergraduate Research.
• Projects
  Career-related experience gained through hands-on projects in class, through student organizations, in the community, or on your own. 
• Volunteer
  Career-related experience gained through service on campus or in the community.

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Benefits of experience

• Clarification of major or career interest
• Development of skills
• Hands-on experience in the field
• Professional advice and contacts for the future
• Competitive edge at graduation

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Need help with your decision? 
Consult with a professional staff member.