Mathematics Co-op
Want to graduate with paid work experience from a top employer already on your resume? A Science Co-op in mathematics 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.
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 Mathematics Co-op Roles
- Co-op Software Engineer
- Junior AI Developer
- Student Software Test Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst/ Analytics Solutions Engineer
- DevOps Engineering Intern
- Software Development Internship
- Junior IT Administrator
Mathematics Co-op Employers
Hear what mathematics co-op students have to say…
Jane Stafford
Walt Disney Animation Studios, Vancouver (Spring/Summer 2025)
At Walt Disney Animation Studios Vancouver, I was a co-op software engineer on the Lighting & Materials team. Everyone who worked at the studio was so kind, fun, and friendly - they made it a great time at work every day! The highlight of my experience was to technically support the talented artists at the studio. I'm so grateful to have had the opportunity to help them out!
Alen Mehmedbegovic
MDA Space (Fall 2025/Spring 2026)
I joined SFU's Satellite Design Team in Spring 2024, seeking relevant experience for employment. However, the club turned into so much more for me. I learned how to take ownership and lead a team of my own, doing work I genuinely cared about and found interesting. I had found an entire community to develop for and work on cool things. After about a year in the Satellite Design Team, I was about to secure an internship at one of Canada's top space companies (MDA Space) with my relevant experience. My main advice would be to get involved!
Darian Wong
TransLink (Spring/Summer 2024), WorkSafeBC (Spring/Summer/Fall 2025)
Working in the public sector taught me that data isn't just numbers. It's the people. At TransLink, I built internal tools that helped over 10 product teams work more effectively, resulting in reliable transit service in Metro Vancouver. At WorkSafeBC, the data solutions and analytics I developed empower prevention officers, employers, media, ministry, and legal teams to make data-driven decisions, all working toward one goal: every worker goes home safe at the end of the day. It's heartwarming to know my work was connected to something bigger than myself, which made every challenge worth it. My advice for future co-op students: Don't wait until you feel ready... you're more prepared than you think. Just go for it.