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Current Students

Congratulations on your decision to participate in the Co-op Program! We have provided a few of the most commonly needed materials here on this site, including your student handbook and evaluation forms, which you can download and print.

In addition, we have included the contact information for your Co-op Departmental Coordinators and general information about how co-op credits can be used within each degree program. It is VERY important for you to discuss your specific academic situation with your advisor or Departmental Coordinator before leaving campus for your first co-op assignment.

Academic Planning

Find co-op credit usage by major and a list of departmental coordinators.
Read more about Academic Planning

International Co-op

Travel from Brazil to France to New Zealand with international cooperative education. Learn more about eligibility and co-op students who have completed assignments abroad.
Learn more about International Co-op

Kappa Theta Epsilon

Students who have completed one semester of co-op and who have a GPA of 3.0 or above are eligible to join the National Cooperative Education Honor Society, Kappa Theta Epsilon (KTE).
Learn more about KTE

Student Organizations

View a list of science clubs and student organizations that will help you make the most of your experience at Penn State.
Learn more about Student Organizations

Student Profiles

Read comments from co-op students to learn more about their assignments and how they benefited from the experience.
View Student Profiles

Housing Information

Find suggestions on subletting your State College apartment and information on co-op housing in various locations.
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Other PSU Offices

Link to other PSU offices that could be helpful to you during your assignment.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions? Read our online FAQ to help you better understand the Science Co-op Program.
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Contact Information

Contact the Science Co-op Office to learn more.
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