All completed paperwork must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the start date! For offers received after Dec. 12th, you must submit your completed paperwork to co-op@mtu.edu as soon as possible for us to process. The forms are digital and available online. Digital signatures are accepted. Documents we MUST HAVE in order to process your co-op:
Plan on your start date being Jan. 11th - Jan. 17th to be sure your I-20 can be processed in time. Co-op applications are a collaboration of 4 offices and can take 1-2 weeks. Once registration is complete we will send you an email with a link to a google form for CPT to obtain your I-20. I-20’s are processed through IPS. Keep IN MIND:
PLANNING TO GO ABROAD OVER BREAK:
We know these opportunities are important and we will do what we can to process your paperwork as quickly as possible. Keep us informed over the holidays as things progress. Best of luck!
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Co-ops can be easy to fit into your time here at Michigan Tech, but please speak with your advisors. They will help you fit them into your course/degree schedule.
While on co-op, your work assignments are intended to be related to your major, but are varied to provide a range of experience and training. Employers must provide co-op students with challenging paid work.
You’ll also be enrolled in a Canvas course requiring online discussions, written assignments, evaluations, and a final report.
These courses are offered fall, spring, and summer semesters for undergraduate and
graduate students.
Once you receive an offer letter for a co-op, apply for co-op credits through Career
Services. Application materials and the steps to register can be found here.
If your co-op is extending an additional semester, please contact co-op@mtu.edu for further information. New materials to submit are advisor approval and an updated offer letter
Co-op Requirements
Undergraduate Students
- Minimum GPA 2.0
- Must be in good academic and conduct standing
- Must receive permission from their academic advisor
- Must have completed at least one semester at Michigan Tech
Graduate Students
- Minimum GPA 3.0
- Must be in good academic and conduct standing
- Must have completed at least one semester at Michigan Tech
- Must receive permission from their academic advisor
International Students - additional United States governmental
requirements apply
- Must have completed two full time semesters in residence at Michigan Tech
- Have not completed degree requirements prior to co-op semesters
- Must obtain a Social Security number from the Secretary of State Office
- Must have work authorization (CPT)
Start and End Dates
Start Dates
One week prior to the start of the semester through Monday, Week 2 of classes (Fall, Spring, Full Summer semesters)
End Dates
No earlier than the last day of regular classes for the semester in which you are working. Graduating international students, please contact Career Services for more details on end dates (per governmental regulation you may not work past the last day of the semester).
Semester | Start Dates | End Dates |
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Fall 2022 |
Monday, August 22 - |
Friday, December 9 - |
Spring 2023 |
Monday, January 2 - |
Friday, April 21 - |
Summer 2023 |
Monday, May 1 - Monday, May 22 |
Friday, August 4 - Friday, August 25 |
Summer 2023 Track A |
Monday, May 1 - Monday, May 15 |
Friday, June 23 - Friday, July 7 |
Summer 2023 Track B |
Monday, June 19 - Monday, July 3 |
Friday, August 11 - Friday, August 25 |
Fall 2023 |
Monday, August 21 - Monday, September 4 |
Friday, December 8 - Friday, December 22 |
The job search and application process for co-ops and internships is similar to other jobs. Companies use the job title to indicate whether they are searching for full-time, co-op, or internship positions. Handshake will also make this clear in the job posting. Submit all of the documents—including current résumé—for the job posting.