<p>Mike-
I think part of the problem with some of the engineering co-ops (or even summer internships) is that they are IN engineering firms, BUT the kids really can’t do engineering yet and actually do computer work. Also, there are just so many co-op/internship offers a student is going to get and it may not be desired type of engineering you really want to do.</p>
<p>The experience and ability to put the co-op/internship experience on a resume outweighs the students love for a job or boredom doing it!!!</p>
<p>Friends son with the work study instead of the co-op is a Biochem major. Supposed to work in a lab. Now he is keeping patients at a hospital sleep study awake playing games. Having fun, but not doing biochem!!</p>