About The Program
The CECS Honors Co-Op Program at California State University, Northridge offers exceptional engineering and computer science students a unique opportunity to gain valuable industry experience while completing their degrees. This selective program bridges academic learning with professional practice through carefully structured internships with our industry partners.
Program Overview
The Honors Co-Op is a prestigious program that goes well beyond traditional internships. Selected students participate in faculty-supervised work experiences with approved industry partners who commit to providing meaningful technical assignments relevant to students' fields of study.
What distinguishes our program:
- Selective admission based on academic excellence
- Carefully vetted technical positions aligned with academic goals
- Faculty supervision and mentorship throughout the experience
- Structured educational framework combining work and study
- Professional recognition and distinction for participants
One-Year Professional Commitment
Participation requires a full-year commitment beginning in summer and continuing through the following spring semester. Students work full-time during summer and part-time during academic terms, maintaining continuous involvement with their sponsoring company while progressing toward their degree. For complete details, visit the general Student ResourcesÌý±è²¹²µ±ð.
Benefits of Joining
- Gain substantial industry experience before graduation
- Develop technical skills through meaningful project work
- Build professional networks and industry relationships
- Earn competitive compensation while advancing your education
- Receive mentorship from both industry professionals and faculty
- Add a full year of recognized professional experience to your resume
- Potentially fulfill experience requirements for Professional Engineering registration
- Enhance your employability with documented industry experience
- Join the 93% of program participants who receive full-time employment offers from their sponsoring companies
Selection into the Honors Co-Op program itself is a mark of distinction that sets you apart from your peers. Employers recognize that Co-Op participants represent the highest caliber of students from the College of Engineering and Computer Science.
For additional information, please review our various pages on this website.
Latest Events
May 16
Honors Co-Op Academic Director
Dr. Vidya Nandikolla
18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA 91330-8303
- Fax: (818) 677-5982