I never understood what people meant when they said, "You'll learn a lot about yourself abroad", but now I do. I am capable of so much more than I gave myself credit for.
The first time I heard about the First Nations Peoples of the land we now call Canada was during a school tour at SFU as a prospective student.
In September of 2023, I began my first work term through SFU’s Co-operative Education Program.
Embarking on my cooperative education journey at the BC Cancer Research Center, I find myself at the heart of pioneering oncology research as a Student Clinical Trial Research Assistant.
With the goal of becoming an occupational therapist in mind, I was seeking a co-op placement where I could get hands-on experience in clinical research and was lucky enough to find a 12-month placement at BC Children’s Hospital in the division of
Since becoming a Research Assistant at the BC Children’s Hospital BioBank, I have been tasked with managing maternal samples. These samples encompass mothers undergoing regularly scheduled C-sections.
Right on the border of British Columbia and Alberta and nestled between the Rockies, you can find the Elk Valley, in it lay the small communities of Fernie, Sparwood, and Elkford just to name a few.
Working at The Right Shoe as a biomechanical footwear assessor has given me many insights into providing the best fitting experience to our customers.
My semester at NUS has been truly memorable. From the moment I stepped into Changi Airport I was captivated by the cleanliness, nature, and charm of Singapore.
During Fall 2023, I had the opportunity to study at the University of Hong Kong for one semester.
This semester marks my first venture into the enchanting world of Northern Europe as I embark on a student exchange program at Lund University in Sweden.
Part of the Multilingual SFU 2023 Series initially published on YouTube by the SFU Centre for Educational Excellence.
I, like most people in their 20s, always dreamed of getting to live abroad and experience another culture.
I am currently working in ALS Global as a lab assistant. I have been working with them for almost 8 months and they have taught me how to be cautious in every environment you are working in, especially working inside a lab.
Working at Copperleaf Technologies as a co-op has been a transformative experience that deepened my understanding of the importance of a great wo
This month marks my one-year milestone as a clinical office assistant and cold laser therapist at DesLauriers Chiropractic Group in White Rock.
Part of the Multilingual SFU 2023 Series initially published on YouTube by the SFU Centre for Educational Excellence.
Part of the Multilingual SFU 2023 Series initially published on YouTube by the SFU Centre for Educational Excellence.
Part of the Multilingual SFU 2023 Series initially published on YouTube.
Part of the Multilingual SFU 2023 Series initially published on YouTube by the SFU Centre for Educational Excellence.
I am a fourth-year student at Simon Fraser University (SFU) studying health science.
When COVID hit back in 2019 I was attending Langara College and preparing to go to Italy for a field school. I was heartbroken when the trip had to be canceled and I moved forward with my graduation before the trip could be replanned.
My work term with the First Nation's Health Authority's (FNHA’s) Urban and Away from Home team was amazing!
I have always wanted to go on an exchange ever since my friends back in high school were participating in them.
This story was initially published on SFU Indigneous Studies News on April 3 2023.
“I chose not to do one thing with my degree, I did a lot with it,” says Alyssa Zandvliet (BA, 2023) of her decision to major in Indigenous Studies at Simon Fraser University (SFU).
For Paige Desjarlais (BA, 2023), enrolling in Indigenous Studies at Simon Fraser University (SFU) provided meaningful opportunities to understand her values and identity as an Ind
My first co-op term was an 8-month tenure at PBR Laboratories located in Edmonton.
I did my first co-op term at Culex Environmental as a lab technician doing mosquito identification, my second and third co-op ter
I did a one year co-op at Amgen BC and an 8 month international co-op at Kao Corporation through the Canada-Japan Co-op Program.
In October 2023, I embarked on a life-changing journey to Arusha, Tanzania, participating in a month-long field school focused on climate change and community resilience.
We’ve all been there. An idea crosses your mind. Perhaps it was a movie that provoked the idea, or a conversation, or a picture you saw on social media.
Living on Burnaby Mountain at Simon Fraser University was like stepping into a whole new world, especially coming from the busy streets of Mumbai. The mountain became my home for most of my time at SFU, and it was quite a different experience.
Prior to the trip, our class partook in a pre-departure informative session at SFU Surrey, which was very useful.
I've come to realize that I'm not fearless; I'm brave.
Completing my third co-op experience at the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) has been an incredibly transformative and insightful experience.
Choosing to study abroad during my time at SFU has been one of the best decisions I've ever made.
Follow Linnie, a Marketing & Event Project Assistant at Charles Chang Institute for Entrepreneurship, on a day at work. Discover her daily tasks, how she prepares for major events, and what she
In my role as a Campus Talent Acquisition Co-op at Teck Resources, I've gained a wealth of experience in supporting the development and engagement of fellow co-op students and interns within the organization.
I am currently completing my co-op term as a Purchasing Administrator with Microserve.
Working as a talent attraction coordinator co-op student, my main role revolves around using our social media to market our brand.
The communications assistant role encompasses a wide variety of tasks. My daily duties consist of approving and reviewing content that will go up on campus screens, as well as featuring content on our website.
During my role as Junior Business Analyst at SFU Executive Education, I was responsible for supporting Salesforce implementation projects and digital transformation initiatives for the team.
I secured my first co-op for the Spring 2023 semester as a Human Resources Administrator at Heritage Office Furnishings.
I am a Senior Machine Learning Scientist at lululemon where I develop and deploy AI solutions to a variety of cross-functional partners ranging from fashion designers, email & web marketing, guest innovation, inventory planners,
I had two co-op positions while I was enrolled in the coop program, each position lasting 8 months.
During my degree, I completed five co-op terms.
Join Carmen in her vlog as she steps out of her comfort zone by applying for a Co-op job unrelated to her major. Carmen not only shares her experience but also provides valuable tips for landing a fantastic Co-op position.
I've had a genuinely amazing experience working at Total Therapy as a Medical Office Assistant. I've learned so much about healthcare administration, patient advocacy, and how a private clinic functions.
Lohn Caulder LLP is a firm of Chartered Professional Accountants that provide high-quality advice and service regarding financials and tax.
As a Clinical Research Assistant at Royal Columbian Hospital, there are many discoveries I have uncovered about this profession and myself.
As a third-year student completing my first and second co-op term, I am grateful to have been offered a position on the team at Metrotown Family Chiropractic and Massage.
As an undergraduate student in Health Sciences, I have spent my post-secondary journey wondering what career I wanted to achieve.
Studying abroad in Lausanne, a beautiful city located in the Lac Léman region of Switzerland, has proven to be an incredible opportunity for my personal, academic, and professional growth.
After having completed my first co-op in research, it was refreshing to start gaining work experience in a clinical setting.
Berlin has been life changing, and this experience abroad in Germany has been one of the best adventures of my life to date. This summer I had the opportunity to attend The Berlin Field School through SFU’s School for Contemporary Arts.
Over the past 8-months, I have become a more versatile and well-rounded individual. I have been responsible for multiple administrative tasks such as depositing cheques, creating invoices and responding to emails and phone calls.
After graduating from my SFU undergraduate degree with a major in Communications back in October 2017, I was lost. I did not have a clear understanding of what I wanted to do with my degree, but as a single mother, I knew I had to do something.
Come with me on a day in my life working as a Marketing & Events co-op student at Microserve!
Berlin offers one of the best educational experiences out there! It has been a privilege to study and create in such a dynamic city!