School of Arts & Sciences (SAS)
Internship and Co-op Program

Next Steps - Students

Spring 2008 | The Application Process | How To Register | About the Course
International Students | Additional Requirements and Information | FAQs

Spring 2008

To enroll in an internship course for fall 2008, you will need to submit a program application and work assignment form no later than August 15th.  Upon acceptance into the program and approval of the internship or co-op position, students will be given a special permission number to register for the course starting in fall 2008.  A limited number of spaces will be available to those who meet the qualifications.  Acceptance into the program will be on a first-come, first-served basis.  Priority will be given to those students in the School of Arts & Sciences and those students completing an internship for the first time. NOTE:  The first co-op course registrations will begin in November 2008 for the spring ’09 co-op (January – June). 

NOTE:  The first co-op course registrations will begin in November 2008 for the spring ’09 co-op (January – June). 

All students interested in the program and learning more about internships and co-ops should attend an information session, Internships and Co-op 101, by the Office of Career Services. Visit the “events” section of the website for more information.

What is the application process?

1. Complete a program application - Download a Program Application (pdf)
   Submit the application to Tammy J. Samuels, Assistant Director, Career Services- Busch Campus Center.  
2. Start your search for an internship or co-op assignment and begin interviewing.
3. Complete an internship/co-op work assignment form prior to the semester deadline.
   Download the Approval Form (pdf)
   Students will be responsible for securing their own internship or co-op positions with assistance from Career Services and academic departments.
   
4. Check with Financial Aid to see how your scholarships/aid may be affected while on co-op, specifically.
5. Meet with your academic advisor to discuss how an internship or co-op may affect your class schedule.
6. Notify the Office of Residence Life of your internship or co-op assignment if you live in the residence hall.

The program application and work assignment form should both be submitted by the following:
2008-09 Deadlines: Fall: August 15th         Spring: January 2nd            Summer: May 15th (tentative)

How to Register:

Upon acceptance into the program and approval of the internship or co-op work assignment, you will be given a special permission number.  You will then go to the College Registrar’s website to process your registration http://registrar.rutgers.edu/NBINDEX.HTM.

About the Course:

The purpose of the internship and co-op course is to provide students with an experiential learning opportunity within an academic context.  Students will utilize online discussions, readings, a weekly journal, and a final paper to evaluate and understand their work experiences. The course will support these work experiences by fostering personal reflections and professional growth.

Classes will meet monthly via the online course. Students will complete a weekly journal, monthly assignments, an evaluation of their work experience, and a final reflection paper. Students' supervisors will also need to complete mid-term evaluations and final evaluations of students' work experiences.

International Students:

International students on a F-1 visa may want to inform the Center for International Faculty and Student Services of their plans to obtain a co-op or internship assignment (http://cifss.rutgers.edu/current/index.html). Please see the additional links below that might also be helpful.

Important Documents for International Students:

Optional or Curricular Practical Training: Which is Right For my Situation?
Comparison of F-1 Employment Options
Monthly Calendar of Events

Additional Requirements:

It is mandatory that you attend the Internship & Co-op Orientation at the start of your work assignment, held the first week of classes.

You will need to bring a copy of your offer letter from your employer. 
You will need to complete the Student Learning Agreement and Employer Agreement Form, to be signed by both you and your employer prior to the last day of add/drop.
You will need to receive a completed mid-term and final employer evaluation from your site supervisor.
You will need to complete the student evaluation.

IMPORTANT

Change or update your mailing address on the Student Records and Registration web site, if necessary. 
Pay for your co-op or internship credits on time or your schedule will be dropped. 
Check your Rutgers email account frequently while on assignment.  This is our primary method for contacting you.  You will receive e-newsletters with reminders, deadlines and other pertinent information.
Provide us with an alternate email address if you are not able to access your Rutgers account
Contact Tammy J. Samuels, 732/445-6127, ext. 11, or tammy.samuels@rutgers.edu if you have any questions.

Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs

To get answers to more questions you might have about the program, please review the FAQs.