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Internship and Co-op Terms & Policies

Internship: A one-semester or summer paid or volunteer work placement.

Co-op: A paid work placement of at least two semesters or summers.

Alternating: Alternates a semester of full-time work with a (Full-time option) semester of full-time on-campus study.
Parallel: Combines a part-time work assignment [15-20 (Part-time Option) hours per week] with on-campus study (minimum of 12 hours required).

University Recognition: A special notation on your official NIU transcript stating that you successfully completed a career-related experience(or multiple experiences) through the Career Services office.

Academic Credit: Can only be awarded through the academic department. See your academic advisor to find out if you qualify.