<p>Most people have even MORE of a social life while on co-op. No homework, no studying, your time is yours. Plus you have money so you can go out to bars/restaurants, go on weekend trips, whatever. Plus most people stay on/around campus while on co-op, so you still see all your friends. I can’t wait to go on co-op, my responsibilities end at 4 or 5 everyday!</p>
<p>The difference between co-op and internship is that co-op is a 6 month long JOB in your future career. These are positions that often wouldn’t be open to students just looking for a 3 1/2 month summer job. My roommate works an entry level job which is generally for people who already have a degree. It’s her first of 3 co-ops, so by the time she graduates, she’s going to have significant experience and won’t be searching for her first ever real job. Also, some people do take internship type positions as their co-op, most often just not getting paid.</p>