The Cooperative Education (Co-op) Program at Case School of Engineering is an academic initiative that provides engineering and computer science students at Case Western Reserve University with a unique opportunity to gain hands-on, paid work experience.
With more than 30% of engineering and computer science students taking part, there’s a reason the Co-op Program is so popular: most participating companies use our program as a pipeline for future employment!
How It Works
The Co-op Program is a full-time, two-semester, zero-credit, paid work experience. When you choose to take part, you’ll take time off from classes to focus your attention on your co-op placement. Course enrollment is through the Student Information System, and is available after a student completes their online forms with the Co-op Office.
Program Timing
Typical work terms are in the spring and summer semesters, or in summer and fall. Third- and fourth-year students and graduate students are eligible to participate, although you are encouraged to start the job search process one year prior to your co-op. Second-years are eligible to participate with approval from the co-op director.
We offer informational workshops toward the beginning of each fall and spring semester, which are listed in Handshake events. If you missed an information session, please schedule a meeting with us by emailing coopinfo@case.edu; our staff will walk you through the co-op process from beginning to end!
Accepting An Offer
Co-op orientation meetings are required for all first-time co-op students, which can be scheduled by emailing coopinfo@case.edu. Second- and third-time co-op students do not need to attend a second orientation meeting, but are still required to complete a co-op experience form with our office prior to course enrollment.
“I completed an entire year of co-op. It was really enriching just to learn about what the industry is all about, and what a day in the life of an engineer would look like. I felt like I provided a real impact on the team.”
Our Team
We have a dedicated team at Case School of Engineering to help you navigate the co-op process. While our Frequently Asked Questions page can help address some of your logistical needs, we’re here to support you each step of the way!
Genine Apidone
Director of Cooperative EducationDivision of Engineering Leadership and Professional PracticeCase School of EngineeringEmail: genine.apidone@case.edu
Phone: 216.368.5024
Kai Sheng Tham
Co-op Marketing Intern
Email: coopinfo@case.edu
Phone: 216.368.5119
Steven Zombirt
Co-op Intern
Email: coopinfo@case.edu
Phone: 216.368.5119