Internships

Internships are one-time, temporary work experiences for students with basic academic preparation. 

• The work experience relates to the students major or career goals.
• The position can be paid or nonpaid
• Students do not earn academic credit

Cooperative Education (Co-ops)

Co-ops are more structured work experiences than internships and have an academic component.  At HCC, co-ops coincide with the students’ other classes or are taken during the summer break.

• The work experience relates to the student's major
• Students will be required to work for an employer for 6 – 15 weeks, depending on how many credits they wish to earn        
• Positions can be paid or nonpaid
• Students will participate in a six week co-op seminar
• Student will reflect on their work experience in writing
• Academic credit is earned upon successful completion

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