An internship or cooperative education experience is becoming more and more important to career development.  Many companies are choosing to hire entry level employees solely through their own internship programs.  Others are choosing to hire only those students who have demonstrated the ability to apply their education on the job through an internship.  During job interviews, recruiters are particularly interested in hearing about students' intern and work experiences.

The UNI Career Center’s Cooperative Education/Internship Program is designed to complement formal education with practical work experiences that relate to your major. Co-ops/Internships are important ways to build your resume, network with contacts through co-ops jobs or internships, and learn more about career opportunities. Other benefits include pay, academic credit and the increased confidence and maturity that come from meeting the challenges of on-the-job experiences.

As the liaison for the UNI Career Center Cooperative Education/Internship Program, I am eager to help you in your efforts to find an internship.  Stop by Student Advising and Career Services, CBB 321B, or contact me by calling (319) 273-3821 or e-mail laura.wilson@uni.edu.