UofI Co-op Program Application | Jan 2020 Co-op
This application is the first step (and the vetting process) to participate in the new College of Engineering Co-op Program at the University of Idaho. *In completing this application, you are applying for the January 2020 Co-op (approx. Jan-June 2020). Priority application deadline is Friday, September 20th! Upon successful admission into the program, you will receive further instructions for attending preparatory program workshops and have the opportunity to view and apply to individual co-op jobs.
About the Program:
A co-op, short for cooperative education, gives the opportunity to gain real work experience that is related to your major or career goals. The program alternates terms of full-time classroom study with 6 month terms of full-time, discipline-related employment. You can complete 1-2 co-ops (semester + summer), and gain up to a year of career experience prior to graduation.
Qualifications:
- Junior Standing in one of the following majors: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
- Admitted U of I Student
- Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.5
Required Documents:
Resume (your resume should be reviewed by Career Services prior to application)
Statement of Intent -- 500 word maximum - include: 1) why you want to participate in the Co-op program, 2) areas of interest (industries, companies, skill areas, educational interests) , and 3) what strengths/skills you bring to the program.
Visit our webpage for more information: https://www.uidaho.edu/co-op