Welcome to
Engineering Professional Practice
Since 1926, the Office of Engineering Professional Practice has been dedicated to helping engineering students find educationally relevant paid co-op or internship positions with hundreds of participating employers. We are proud to be the second oldest program in the south and one of the oldest cooperative education programs anywhere.
WE CAN HELP YOU
GROW IN YOUR INDUSTRY
Whether you’re a student just getting started on your career journey or an employer looking to recruit the next generation of talented engineers, our team can help you reach your goals.
Students
From exploring our resources, meeting with EPP ambassadors and staff, or participating in events like the Engineering Expo, students can gain confidence in navigating their career path.
Employers
Hundreds of companies leverage EPP’s expansive student network to recruit Engineering Vols for co-ops, internships, and full-time roles—all while building a partnership with EPP and UT as a whole.
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Facts and Stats
Check the data below to learn more about how participating in a work experience with the Office of Engineering Professional Practice can benefit your future career.
2nd
oldest cooperative program in the south
70%
higher chance of graduating with a full-time job offer for students who complete a co-op or internship
$23.40
average hourly pay for students on co-op or internship in 2025
Discover What’s Possible
Work Experiences
We work with hundreds of employers and faculty members to place high achieving engineering students into relevant work experiences. Students have the option to pursue co-ops, internships, or research experiences depending on their interests, skills, and availability.
Find the Best
Engineering Talent
Every year, EPP hosts events for students and employers to connect one-on-one. The Engineering Expo brings over 200 employers and 2500 students together to learn about opportunities and recruit for various roles. Many of these employers are part of our Tennessee Engineering Network (TEN) Program, which provides supreme recruiting benefits all year long.
The biggest lessons from my co-op experience were the ability to learn and adapt in an ever-changing environment, especially now. Such exposure allowed me to understand what it means to be an actual engineer, the diverse skillset required to succeed as one, and the problem-solving mindset of an engineer.
Tasimba Jonga
(BS/ChemE, ’22)