Welcome to Valley Industry Partnership (VIP) for Cooperative Education!
The VIP Program is a unique partnership between leading companies and the Lyles College of Engineering and developed to provide internship opportunities for qualified students of Junior Level Standing.
Program Goals
The Valley Industry Partnership was formed as a cooperative effort between Fresno State and a number of local companies. The main goal of the program is to provide a rich, well rounded educational experience for students majoring in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, industrial technology, and mechanical engineering. This is done by providing the students an opportunity to work in a real-world environment.
This program is very similar to the internship programs found in other disciplines. Internship programs help give students hands-on professional team experience. This compliments the work that they do in the classroom by applying classroom knowledge professionally.
IMPORTANT DATES AN DEADLINES FOR STUDENTS:
- March 1st: Applications available online for July - December internships
- March 18: VIP Recruitment Fair
- March 25: Applications due to apply for VIP program
- April 18 & 19: Mock interviews
- April: 25th & 26th: Interview and Selection Days
Students, to apply, click on button below
If you are a company and would like to find out more about VIP opportunities, please contact:
Walter Mizuno
Valley Industry Partnership Director
Phone: 559.278.5597
Email: walterm@mail.fresnostate.edu
Member Companies