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Valley Industry Partnership

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 engineeringThis 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 AND DEADLINES FOR STUDENTS: 

  • March 1st : Applications available online for July - December 2024 internships
  • March 11th through April 3rd:  Classroom recruitment visits
  • April 3rd:  VIP Industry Expo 
  • April 7th: Applications due to apply for VIP program fall semester internship
  • Week of April 15th:  Resume Review / Mock interviews
  • April 26th: Interview and Selection of interns

Students, to apply click on button below

Apply to VIP

Student Information

VIP FAQS

 

If you are a company and would like to find out more about VIP opportunities, please contact: 

Roger Moore
Valley Industry Partnership Director
Phone: 559.278.0153
Email: rmoore01@mail.fresnostate.edu 

Member Companies