Employer Information
Internships / Cooperative (Co-Op) Education
The Internship/Cooperative Education program at Murray State gives students the opportunity to gain valued experience in their chosen field of study by working for an employer for a given period of time. This program provides employers with the opportunity to hire skilled and knowledgeable students to assist with on-the-job projects at a reduced cost and with no full-time hiring obligations. The career-related work experience can be either full- or part-time; paid or non-paid; fall, spring and/or summer semesters.
Participation in these programs is strongly encouraged by the University and academic departments. These experiences allow students to develop a better understanding of the material presented in their classes and its application in the work place. This also allows the employer to evaluate students for possible full-time employment as an intern has already been trained and has experience within the organization.
Career Services acts as a liaison between the hiring organizations, academic departments, University and students. Through the resources provided in the office, students are able to identify potential co-op or internship opportunities.
EMPLOYER BENEFITS
- Gain a talented performer at a reduced cost and with no obligations
- Increase exposure to latest academic theory and educational literature
- Gain assistance with special projects and/or on-going support services
- Bring fresh ideas and enthusiasm to the work place
- Build a pool of qualified candidates for recruiting future employees
- Develop a support relationship with a specific school/department to establish credibility
- Become involved with key faculty/staff members on campus
EMPLOYER ELIGIBILITY
- The employer must provide a position that is meaningful, challenging, supervised, and career-related
- The position must extend a minimum of 10 weeks and average at least 30 hours per week
- The employer must provide some form of compensation for the period of work
- The employer must complete the Evaluation form prior to the end of the work assignment
EMPLOYER APPLICATION
- Contact Career Services to advertise the position, either posting to Racer Tracks or completing the Position Available form
- Collect resumes, contact interested students and conduct interviews (conduct individually or through Career Services' on-campus interview program)
- Once an offer is made, complete and provide the Job Description form to Career Services
Ray Karraker
Coordinator of Cooperative Education and Internships
Career Services Office
Murray State University
210 Ordway Hall
P: 270-809-3117 | F: 270-809-3516
rkarraker@murraystate.edu