A Co-Op is a paid, full-time working opportunity (such as a temporary job or internship), lasting at least the length of a semester and occurring while a student is still registered at UConn. Students who need to take a break for a semester or two may earn valuable work experience, take time to consider their academic/career path, and earn an income may find that a Co-Op is a viable option for them.
Although working full-time and not earning credit, participants keep their full-time UConn student status. Official enrollment in the Center for Career Development’s Co-op Program gives students the option to opt out of campus housing and meal plans without penalty, and full tuition is waived in place of a smaller continuing education fee.
Co-op program students are eligible to list the Co-op on their official transcript and may take up to 6 credits while participating.
To look for a Co-Op opportunity, you can search HuskyCareerLink.
For more information regarding specific policies, please contact careercoop@uconn.edu or visit: https://career.uconn.edu/internships-and-coops/what-is-an-internship-or-co-op/