Cooperative Education Program Guidelines
As of Summer 2026
Undergraduate Requirements
Undergraduate students electing to enter the Cooperative Education Program must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Attend a co-op/internship meet-up prior to beginning co-op.
- Maintain good academic standing and a cumulative 2.0 GPA at the time of the employer co-op offer and through the beginning of the co-op assignment.
- Complete two grading cycles at the university prior to beginning co-op.
- Complete either the Gold (freshman/sophomore) or Purple (junior/senior) Career Readiness Certification Program.
- Complete a co-op orientation appointment with the Career Development office and maintain enrollment in the co-op program throughout the entire co-op contract.
- Engineering majors must also receive co-op approval from an engineering academic advisor. Advisors will provide verification that students have earned a C or better grade in the appropriate milestone course:
| Major | Milestone Course |
| Chemical Engineering | CHE 2050 – Materials & Energy Balances |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | CEE 2110 – Statics |
| Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering | ECE 2050 or ECE 2140Circuits & Electronics I / Intro to Digital Systems |
| Computer Science | CSC 1310 – Data Structures & Algorithms |
| Engineering Technology | MET 2000 or MET 2065Occupational Safety / Metal Manufacturing Technology |
| Mechanical Engineering | ME 1020 or CEE 2110Mechanical Engineering Fundamentals II / Statics |
| Nuclear Engineering | CEE 2110 – Statics |
Graduate Requirements
All students must meet the eligibility guidelines for the Cooperative Education Program:
- Attend a co-op/internship meet-up prior to beginning co-op.
- Maintain good academic standing and a cumulative 2.0 GPA at the time of the employer co-op offer and through the beginning of the co-op assignment.
- Complete one grading cycle at the university prior to beginning co-op.
As of January 1, 2024, Disney College Internship Program will no longer be processed through the Cooperative Education Program. Students will need to contact their academic advisor within their respective department to identify if the internship will qualify according to departmental internship requirements. Please ensure you have taken this step prior to making any commitments with Disney.