SFU Science

SFU BPK grad Daniel Mao never imagined how far his co-op experience would take him until he landed a role in athletic footwear design at Adidas in Germany. https://ow.ly/e1Re50Z7PzQ

Chemistry and nuclear science grad Rebecca Storck wasn’t fond of chemistry until an organic chemistry course changed her perspective. “For the first time, I felt a deep curiosity and passion to understand the world on a molecular level. The way the course was taught made me realise that chemistry is the key to unraveling the complexities of the universe.”

“I found my true passion when I started doing research at SFU,” she says. “Working with nanomaterials has a way of shifting how you see the world, you have to think about the smallest details and understand how things behave at the molecular level.”

Learn more about Rebecca: https://ow.ly/F7qH50Z6Sqk

New research from SFU Biological Sciences professor Tanya Brown has found more than 200 contaminants in water and juvenile Chinook salmon in the Lower Fraser River estuary, including industrial chemicals, pharmaceuticals and personal care products. https://ow.ly/b85W50Z2UPI

SFU statistics major, business minor student Jackie Liu completed a summer co-op as a junior bioeconomy analyst with the BC Ministry of Forests.

“I conducted techno-economic research and market analysis on emerging bio-based technologies and low-carbon solutions. My work included carbon modelling across different scenarios to identify revenue-maximizing pathways, business case development, and cost modelling. I also used QGIS to create interactive spatial analyses and write clear, targeted briefings to support strategic decision-making.”

“One piece of advice I’d share is to stay in regular contact with your co-op coordinator. Schedule a few meetings throughout the semester to review your resume and cover letter. It is best to start early, ideally before your job search term begins, so you can submit high quality applications from the start. Good luck!”

Learn about Co-op opportunities in Science, Environment and Health Sciences at an info session on May 21: https://ow.ly/lE5M50YYvkJ