FAQ About UCAN
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What is the difference between an internship and co-op?
Both are work experience related to a student’s academic program and/or career exploration. Internships are usually, but not always, one term. Internships can be offered, fall, winter, spring and summer. Co-ops are usually, but not always, multi-term; work fall semester, in class spring semester, work summer. Schedules vary depending on student and employer needs.

Are internships usually paid or unpaid?

If paid, what level of compensation is typical for an internship?
Monetary compensation for non-technical positions ranges from $10 to $20 per hour; technical positions range from $15 to $20 per hour.

What can I find in the UCAN database?

Thousands of Internships: Over 9000 are posted during one year.

Internships Where You Want to Be: Postings in 48 states and DC.

International Internships: Postings in over 40 countries.

Paid Internships: Over 2200 internships posted in one year offered pay.

Internships in a Variety of Fields are Posted Every Year, Including:

• Nonprofit Organizations: Over 1600 internships
• Sciences & Research: Over 440 internships
• Arts: Over 700 internships
• Education: Over 500 internships
• Accounting, Banking, Financial & Business Services: Over 460 internships
• Health Care, Veterinary Care & Pharmaceuticals: Over 300 internships
• Computers & Technology: Over 520 internships
• Government & International Affairs: Over 440 internships
• And many more! Check the UCAN database often….