CS 396 - Computer Science Co-Op Intern

Credits: Variable

On-the-job experience in computer science. Co-op students work 20 hours per week for a total of 560 hours, September through May, in local industrial, commercial or not-for-profit organizations and apply their knowledge to practical, professional problems. Students share experiences and discuss job search techniques in formal class meetings. Alternatively, students work full-time for a total of 560 hours outside the local area during one semester. Compensation provided by sponsor organization. Prerequisites: CS 220 and either CS 240 or CS 310 and Junior or Senior standing in Computer Science (All prerequisites must have a grade of C- or better). Registration, by consent of instructor, is competitive and requires sponsor interview. To count as a CS elective student must have a total of of CS 396. Offered every semester.