
...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.
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.
Student Eligibility: to participate in a co-operative education experience, a student must
Co-operative Education Experience Criteria: the work experience must be:
Co-op Program Overview [pdf]
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.
Employers hiring Cornell Co-ops must agree to the following expectations:
Expectations of Employers/Supervisors
Expectations of Students
Fall 2020 Co-op recruiting can be for any of the following work terms: Spring 2021, Spring/Summer 2021, Summer/Fall 2021, Fall 2021.
Co-op students work full-time for at least one semester. Co-op students are in the upper half of their class while majoring in an Engineering or Computer Science field.
...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.