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The University of Toledo has one of a strongest Engineering Co-op programs in the nation. It is one of ten universities in the nation with a mandatory Co-op program. Each student enrolled in the Engineering college is required to complete a minimum of three cooperative work experiences.

Each work experience is one semester (16 weeks) long with full-time pay. The students work in their major fields and gain terrific hands-on experience. The first Co-op is usually in the Spring or Summer semester of the sophomore year.

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University Of Toledo is listed by "National Commission for Cooperative Education" for its best Cooperative program in the United States. (Click image on right for the complete announcement)

EECS Co-op Program Plan

• Five year degree program
• Mandatory Co-op program
• First year is coursework only
• Spring or Summer semester of sophomore year, first Co-op
• Alternate with coursework
• Increasing responsibility levels
• Co-op conclusive curriculum

The Co-op program is handled by Engineering Career Management Services. They provide:

• Co-op placement opportunities for students
• Professional development classes
• Students counseling
• Job postings via email
• Assistance with resumes, mock interviews, and job placement
• Arranging Career Fairs for students at the college

Some of the Co-op Benefits For Students

• Transfer skills/learning to a practical work experience
• Discover different types of jobs in industry
• Develop strong work habits and ethics
• Test out new geographical locations
• Gain career-related experience
• Earn money

Semi-annual Career Fair is sponsored by the Career Management Center where:

• 100+ employers on campus to recruit for Co-op and full-time positions.
• 500+ students attend this function.
• It allows students to interact with employers looking to fill positions within their organization.
• It prepares students to speak with employers about their career objectives.

In addition, students graduating from cooperative education programs have an easier time finding their first job. Students also report significantly more job advancements of all types. Students from both the Computer Science and Engineering and the Electrical Engineering programs have accepted positions locally, in various states, and in foreign countries.

Spring Career Fair Pictures

People to contact:

Rhonda Moore
Associate Director, Co-op Program
Electrical and Biomedical Engineering
Phone No: (419) 530-8075

Karen Gauthier
Assistant Director, Co-op Program
Computer Science & Electrical
Phone No: (419) 530-6027

Where our engineering students Co-op?

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