I just finished writing a cover letter for a co-op position in GE Aviation at GE's University Development Center in Houghton, Michigain. If I do get this job, I'll probably spend at least a year working GE's Aviation Division. If I don't get this job, I'm going to try to get a different one, still in the Aerospace engineering field.
Virginia Tech engineering, and the Galileo program especially, strongly encourages participation in co-ops and internships. Through Galileo assignments, I've gone to a career fair with over 250 companies, written resumes, and practiced interview skills. Hopefully all of this will help me get an co-op or internship that will give me valuable experience and ultimately help me get a job when I get out of college.
Virginia Tech encourages co-ops and internships because they believe gaining mere academic knowledge is not a complete education. They believe that a full education has to include practical knowledge and experience as well.
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