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Employer Evaluation of Co-op / Intern Performance

Experiential learning is an ongoing learning process for students. An evaluation each semester helps students identify their strengths and weaknesses. If a student completes all written assignments and does not receive an unsatisfactory evaluation for overall performance, a satisfactory grade will be given. 

Please assess the skills and abilities of the co-op student / intern named above using the following scale:

RATING MEANING
Outstanding The best or one of the best in this category
Very Good Above average but not outstanding
Average Average when compared to others in this category
Marginal Lacking in some important aspects or less than average
Unsatisfactory Needs quite a bit of improvement in this area
N/ANot applicable or no opportunity to develop this skill
COMMUNICATION Outstanding Very Good Average Marginal Unsatisfactory N/A
1. Speaks with clarity and confidence

2. Writes clearly and concisely

3. Makes effective presentations

4. Exhibits good listening and questioning skills

CONCEPTUAL / ANALYTICAL ABILITY Outstanding Very Good Average Marginal Unsatisfactory N/A
5. Evaluates situations effectively

6. Solves problems / makes decisions

7. Demonstrates original and creative thinking

8. Identifies and suggests new ideas

LEARNING / THEORY AND PRACTICE Outstanding Very Good Average Marginal Unsatisfactory N/A
9. Learns new material quickly

10. Accesses and applies specialized knowledge

11. Applies classroom learning to work situations

PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES Outstanding Very Good Average Marginal Unsatisfactory N/A
12. Assumes responsibility / accountable for actions

13. Exhibits self-confidence

14. Possesses honesty / integrity / personal ethics

15. Shows initiative / is self-motivated

16. Demonstrates a positive attitude toward change

TEAMWORK Outstanding Very Good Average Marginal Unsatisfactory N/A
17. Works effectively with others

18. Understands and contributes to the organization’s goals

19. Demonstrates flexibility / adaptability

20. Functions well on multidisciplinary teams

LEADERSHIP Outstanding Very Good Average Marginal Unsatisfactory N/A
21. Gives direction, guidance and training

22. Motivates others to succeed

23. Manages conflict effectively

TECHNOLOGY Outstanding Very Good Average Marginal Unsatisfactory N/A
24. Uses technology, tools, instruments, and information

25. Understands complex systems and their interrelationships

26. Understands the technology of the discipline

DESIGN AND EXPERIMENT SKILLS Outstanding Very Good Average Marginal Unsatisfactory N/A
27. Displays ability to design a component, system, or process

28. Demonstrates ability to design and conduct experiments

29. Analyzes and interprets data efficiently

WORK CULTURE Outstanding Very Good Average Marginal Unsatisfactory N/A
30. Understands and works within the culture of the group.

31. Respects diversity

32. Recognizes political and social implications of actions

ORGANIZATION / PLANNING Outstanding Very Good Average Marginal Unsatisfactory N/A
33. Manages projects and/or other resources effectively

34. Sets goals and priorities

35. Manages several tasks at once

36. Allocates time to meet deadlines

EVALUATION OF WORK HABITS Outstanding Very Good Average Marginal Unsatisfactory N/A
37. Professional attitude toward work assigned

38. Quality of work produced

39. Volume of work produced

40. Attendance

41. Punctuality

OVERALL Outstanding Very Good Average Marginal Unsatisfactory N/A
42. Overall rating of the student’s performance this term

  1. Is this the student’s first appraisal?
  2. If the answer to question 43 was “no,” have there been significant changes since last semester’s appraisal?

    If yes, please describe:

  3. Please describe the student’s strengths. 
  4. Please describe any areas of concern.  What suggestions would you make to help the student become more successful?
  5. Any additional comments?
  6. Has this (or will this) report been discussed with the student?