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Earth Sciences Co-op

Want to graduate with paid work experience from a top employer already on your resume? A Science Co-op in earth sciences can get you going. Hone your skills and knowledge in real industry scenarios, explore different roles and workplaces in B.C. or abroad, and build your networks and references. Plus, a Science Co-op can help you find work during any semester, not just over the job-competitive summer months.

Gain real-world work experience in Earth sciences

Already dreaming of tackling field-based work across the globe? Or, having visions of complex data sets and lab-intensive research? Whether you’re pursuing a specific career path or still curious about exploring your options, completing co-op work terms can help clarify your academic and career goals. Your in-demand geology and environmental geoscience skills will help you land a paid co-op role in thriving fields like the natural resources sector, environmental consulting, government agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and more.

Talk to your co-op advisor, Hadar, about a Science Co-op in Earth sciences.  

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CO-OP QUICK FACTS

  • Integrate work experience with your academic studies and get the opportunity to gain a year or more of paid work experience during your program
  • Complete a minimum of three work terms and earn a Co-operative Education Designation with your Bachelor of Science degree
  • Join the co-op program early in your studies for the most flexibility when scheduling courses and work terms
  • Apply two terms in advance of your first intended work term (e.g. apply to co-op in Fall to prepare for a Summer work term the following year)
  • Minimum CGPA to apply: 2.5
  • During each work term, you are enrolled in the Co-op Practicum course and maintain your status as a full-time student
  • Visit the co-op website for upcoming application deadlines

Example Earth Sciences Co-op Roles

  • Field Technician
  • Environmental Scientist
  • Geological Technician

Earth Science Co-op Employers

Drop-in Co-op Advising

Curious? Drop-in Co-op advising is available in-person and virtually Monday – Thursday each week, so that you can get answers to all your questions from the Science Co-op team. All students are welcome, no appointments are needed. Check the drop-in schedule beforehand for days, times and drop-in locations.

Drop-in Schedule

READY TO GET TO WORK?

Start with the Science Co-op website for information about the application process, deadlines and what to expect, and get more details about how to begin your co-op program application.

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