Science Co-op Blog
A resource for science students to help build your skills and competencies
Claire’s co-op journey
What is your academic program? I am in the Microbiology program Where did you work? The co-op I am in right now, which is my final one, is...
Student to worker – a reflection
I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the points raised by the UVic Science Alumni Advisory Board at last night's meet the board...
Tips on connecting with people from J. Kelly Hoey
J. Kelly Hoey spoke at a UVic Alumni event in the Fall of 2021. You can watch the recording of her talk at the bottom of this page. I just...
Liam’s co-op job search experience
Guest writer: Liam Wilkinson, Science Co-op Peer Mentor and Biochemistry/Microbiology Co-op Student Searching for a co-op job can be a...
Your job search may be easier than you think
Guest writer: Elliott van der Wee, Science Co-op Peer Mentor and Biology Co-op Student Searching for Co-op jobs is hard - especially for...
How to get the most out of your co-op work term
Guest writer: Elliott van der Wee, Science Co-op Peer Mentor and Biology Co-op StudentParticipating in the Co-op program is a great...
How to prepare for your interview with the BC Public Service
How to prepare Read the job profile to understand the role: If you need more information about the position, send your questions in an...
Staying up to date on current research
Guest writer: Liam Wilkinson, Science Co-op Peer Mentor and Biochemistry/Microbiology Co-op Student A great way to improve your knowledge...
How to show initiative as a Co-op student in a lab
Working in a lab isn’t easy. Not only do you deal with experimental failures and demanding supervisors, you also work with other staff,...
What you need to know to get into a research lab
Working as an undergraduate in a lab on campus will look good on your resume, and will help you connect core concepts across classes and...
Interview Clinic Job Descriptions and Script
As an interviewer or a lead of a hiring committee, you have several roles: Starting the interview and introducing all parties involved...
Using the Experience Cube to Plan Difficult Conversations
(From Clear Leadership by Gervase Bushe) The experience cube can be a helpful tool to plan and manage your difficult conversations. Using...
Tips for confident speaking
Guest writer: Emma Coleman, Science Co-op Peer Mentor and Chemistry Co-op Student Practice! Interviews are stressful situations and one...
Using industry newsletters to help your job hunt
Depending on your field, there's always a newsletter that your can add your email address to. Industry newsletters usually have a section...
So you have a LinkedIn profile … Now what?
The daily three Every day, go on LinkedIn and: Comment on three posts in your feed, Share three posts in your feed with your network, and...
Crafting your Elevator Pitch
Connecting with people in your field is a required component of Introduction to Professional Practice for science co-op students students...
Introduction to GMPs, GLPs and ISO Standards
Chemical, biotech and pharma industry is required to follow GMPs whenever appropriate. Students should be able to: Describe the nature and...