Co-ops and Internships
Co-ops and internships give undergraduate students practical work experience in their respective academic disciplines. Internships are also available for graduate students. The College of Engineering collaborates with local employers to place students in part-time positions to continue their usual course load or full-time positions over semesters.
The undergraduate engineering co-op and internship program assist with general questions about specific co-op/intern listings, registration for the co-op course, and other areas. Additional services include career planning, résumé writing, interviewing techniques, and job search strategies.
UTA's Career Development Center also provides assistance to students for internship opportunities and full-time, degree-required positions in all degree levels.
What's the difference between a co-op and an internship?
Co-op positions are full-time positions lasting one to three semesters. Students typically don't attend regular classes during that semester. Upon accepting a co-op position, you must register for the cooperative education course. This pass/fail class will go on your transcript as an accomplishment and maintain your full-time student status. A student and employer evaluation will be due at the end of the term. If you receive a co-op position, please contact the co-op coordinator at 817-272-2569 or 242 Nedderman Hall (walk ins (M-W, 8-5) and online appointments M-F, 8-5) Email: engcoop@uta.edu
Schedule an appointment
Internships are part-time positions that students can work while attending class. No course enrollment or evaluations are required. There is no definite work timeframe.
Requirements
To participate in an engineering co-op or internship, undergraduate students must:
- A minimum of 30 credit hours
- Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better
- Completed all prerequisite requirements if you are a transfer student
How do I apply?
The Engineering Career Readiness Office regularly sends emails to ALL applicable students about open Co-op and Internship Opportunities.
What is the difference between a Co-op and an Internship?
Co-op positions are full-time positions lasting one to three semesters. Students typically don’t attend regular classes during that semester. Upon accepting a co-op position, you must register for the cooperative education course. This pass/fail class will go on your transcript as an accomplishment and maintain your full-time student status. A student and employer evaluation will be due at the end of the term. If you receive a co-op position, please contact the engineering career readiness office at engcoop@uta.edu or 242 Nedderman Hall,
Internships are part-time positions that students can work while attending class. No course enrollment or evaluations are required. There is no definite work timeframe.
What are the requirements for an undergraduate to participate in a Co-op or Internship?
To participate in an engineering co-op or internship, undergraduate students must:
- Have completed a minimum of 30 credit hours
- Have a minimum overall GPA of 2.5 or better
- Have completed all prerequisite requirements if you are a transfer student
Where to find opportunities?
The Career Readiness office regularly sends out positions to qualified students via email. Students will be able to review positions and respond accordingly.
- Make sure you are registered in our university wide job posting system Handshake, joinhandshake.com
- Attend hiring events like Career Fairs, Information Sessions and Employer Spotlight Tabling events to visit with employers about open positions.
- Attend and join your relevant student organizations for presentations sponsored by employers looking to hire.
- Apply online yourself to job posting websites.
International Student Work Eligibility
Please review the Office of International Education rules on Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
Detailed Information for eligibility
The Engineering Cooperative Education and Internship office is responsible for all Undergraduate CPT paperwork filings.
International Graduate students must see their departmental academic advisor for CPT filings.
Graduate Students
The Career Development Center offers assistance to graduate students for internship positions and job search, résumé and interviewing skills. The College’s Co-op/Internship office offers back-up assistance.
Additional methods for graduate students to investigate internship and part-time work experiences include:
- Handshake
- Faculty: Some faculty members receive direct contact from companies about job openings.
- Professional Student Organizations: Some companies contact engineering student organizations when they are seeking specific student populations and interest areas.
- Engineering Career Fairs: A variety of companies attend spring and fall events to recruit for full-time, co-op and internship positions.
Employers
Employer Job Listing Form
The Engineering Cooperative Education/Internship Program helps undergraduate and masters-level students gain practical work experience in conjunction with their academic work.
These experiences have proven to be exceptionally effective in bringing together future employees and companies in a way that is beneficial to all parties. Companies gain well-educated, relatively short-term employees with the latest knowledge and training. Students gain first-hand experience and a preview of the work-world that they will be entering.
Contact COE Career Services at engcoop@uta.edu or 817-272-2569 for assistance.
On-campus interviews with potential employees can be arranged.
Have a professional help you prepare your resume for full-time jobs or internships
Employers come to campus to share information on employment with their company or to discuss current topics on engineering subjects.
