Experiential learning is an important part of the accounting curriculum. Co-ops and internships provide opportunities for students to make connections between classroom learning and professional application and to develop a competitive edge by graduating with business experience. Students co-op or intern at Big 4, regional and small public accounting firms, corporate settings, and in governmental positions.
The Department encourages every student to complete at least one co-op or internship during the undergraduate program. An internship is typically a summer employment experience that provides students an opportunity to engage in professional activities and work alongside full-time employees. A co-op is a more intensive, full-time position, worked during a semester of the junior year or during the Master of Accountancy program. Many employers use the internship co-op program as a first step as a means to hire full-time employees.
Students who are interested in co-op and internship should discuss this with their academic advisor during their sophomore year. All internships must be approved by the internship director in advance.
For the past five years, co-op and internship students worked at the following firms:
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Academic Focus: Accounting, International Business
