UofI Co-op Program Application | June 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 Jan 2021 Co-op (approx. Jan-June 2021). Priority application deadline for Winter start '21 cohort is Friday, September 25, 2020!
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 (by time of co-op) in one of the following majors: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Civil 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) , 3) what strengths/skills you bring to the program and 4) specify which co-op schedule you are interested in: Winter start (Spring term-summer), Summer start (summer-Fall term), or open to either.
Visit our webpage for more information: https://www.uidaho.edu/co-op