1996-1997 Undergraduate Catalog
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15705

Academic Policies

Internship/Cooperative Education
Many departments of the university have developed internship/cooperative education programs which allow a student to participate in university-supervised work experiences for variable academic credit. Internships/co-ops are viewed as an integral part of a student's academic preparation. An internship/co-op gives the student an opportunity to apply theoretical and philosophical tenets of a discipline in a practical job experience related to the student's academic program.

Students may apply for an internship if they have completed 57 semester hours and have at least a 2.0 QPA. Internship sites are normally located within a 500-mile radius of the campus. Overseas placements are located near an IUP center. Internships are available in state and federal offices; businesses at the local, state, and national level; state-related agencies; corporations; and foundations.

Students may apply for a co-op if they have completed 30 semester hours and have at least a 2.0 QPA. Two experiences are required. Sites are national and international. Placements parallel those of the internship program.

Because internships are viewed as an integral part of the student's academic program, students who are interested in specific internship programs should consult with the internship adviser in the department of their major. A maximum of twelve credits is applicable to an undergraduate degree program from any combination of co-op and internship experiences.

For general information about university internships, co-ops, and placement options, the students should consult the Experiential Education Program or their department internship/co-op coordinator.

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