Now what? Are you unsure of what things will be like at the job? Do you know what is expected of you? What do you expect from the position?

This page will guide you through the key components of every work term. However, feel free to contact your co-op coordinator before or during the work term should you have any questions or concerns regarding the positions.

Keep in mind that co-op is part of your education - an educational tool. Activities that relate to feedback and reflection are a critical part of your personal and professional development.

When starting a new job it's important to remember that the people you work for will be your references for future co-ops and full-time employment later on. Treat co-workers and people at every level in the office with the same courtesy and respect that you yourself would like to be treated

Furthermore, as an ambassador for SFU at the workplace, you aren't operating as a "free agent" but rather, your behaviour and attitude on the job will affect the reputation of SFU Co-op and may impact on opportunities for future co-op students.

We are interested in helping you as much as possible with your practical education and learning while you are in the Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology Co-op Education Program. By setting learning goals and objectives for your Co-op work terms, you can more easily measure your on-the-job progress towards achieving them.

• Prior to your practicum consider what skills you would like to acquire/improve upon.
• What technical skills and knowledge do you hope to gain?
• Consider what career-path/industry knowledge you would like to gain.
• How do you hope to acquire / improve these skills?

Goal setting will help you articulate your goals, track them, and measure your learning during each practicum. This will also give you a better sense of controlling your own career development, and assist you in identifying learning opportunities.