Internships & Co-ops

One of the most important things that employers look for in candidates is relevant work experience. Internships and co-ops provide valuable work experience that increase your competitiveness among candidates in the job market. 

Benefits of internships and co-ops include:

  • Experience what it means to be an engineer
  • Gain valuable experience that will increase your marketability during your job search
  • Expand your professional network
  • Identify and refine your career interests
  • Earn money - most internships pay significantly better than other part-time jobs

Tips for seeking an internship:

  • Visit career fairs on campus
  • Search for internship job postings on Symplicity (must be registered with Engineering Career Services to gain access to Symplicity)
  • Attend company information sessions
  • Leverage your network of contacts

For more information, visit the ECS intranet page on Internships & Co-ops.