SFU Co-operative Education
Main Office: MBC 1150 at Simon Fraser University, 8888 University Drive V5A 1S6 Burnaby, BC, Canada

November 10: Making a shift in your career? Sign up for an informative session about working in technology, innovation and design. Hear career insights from industry experts and SFU Alumni working in software, production, design and UX/UI, and get tips and tricks on ways to navigate your career while social distancing. https://www.sfu.ca/sfu-community/events.html

Attention all entrepreneurial SFU students! If you'd like to spend a term working on your own start-up, check out eCoop! A $10,000 award is available for SFU undergraduate students, so that you can focus full-time on your own business venture. Put your venture idea to the test all while receiving co-op credit and mentorship from SFU's Coast Capital Savings Venture Connection. To work on your start-up next semester (Jan Apr 2021), submit your business plan by November 15, 2020. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/SFUeCo-op

October 21: Looking to make a shift in your career? Sign up for an informative and interactive session about opportunities in the sales, marketing, and communications. Industry experts will share their insights on what's happening in their industry, shed light on where the opportunities lie, as well as many tips and tricks to help you navigate your career while social distancing. https://www.sfu.ca/sfu-community/events.html/

Last day to join us at our Virtual Services Fair booth! Staff and former co-op students on standby to take your co-op questions via chat, audio, or video. Here until 5pm! Log in, click Expo, and look for our virtual booth (pictured): https://hopin.to/events/sfu-welcome-day

Considering applying for Co-op but want to know more? Weve got some Co-op Info Sessions coming up for these programs: SFU Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology & Faculty of Health Sciences on September 16 SFU Science & SFU Faculty of Environment on September 22... Visit our Info Sessions page for more details: http://www.sfu.ca/coop/info-sessions/

For Accounting Co-op students, it can can be challenging to choose where to work when there are so many different industries out there to pick from Explore how Christina integrated herself at her new workplace with Organika Health and discovered her place in an unexpectedly different industry http://ow.ly/hLll50Bc3p1

Here until 11am today! Visit our virtual booth and get answers to your Co-op questions from staff and fellow students!

Thanks to all Simon Fraser University students who joined us today! If you missed us, not to worry. You can still find our Co-op Booth as part of the Fall 2020 Virtual Services Fair. We will be back Wednesday (9am to 11am) and Thursday (3pm to 5pm). Log in, click Expo, and look for our virtual booth (pictured): https://hopin.to/events/sfu-welcome-day

Where can eCoop with SFUs Coast Capital Savings Venture Connection take you? Rochelle describes what her journey has been as a startup founder for her non-profit organization, SPARK Foundation CA Check out where they started from and where they are headed next http://ow.ly/RnjK50Ba3Kb

The Global Connections Program Fall 2020 applications are now open for new undergraduate and international students. Receive one-on-one support from a Community Leader about all aspects of SFU and attend virtual events, socials, and workshops. Learn more: https://www.sfu.ca//intercultural-eng/globalcommunity.html

Heading back to another semester online? While digital tech has become a staple in our lives, its important to also take care with mindful practices and boundaries. Check out #SFUHCS tips on supporting your wellness in this digital world http://ow.ly/mKTL50Ba3i3

Are you seeking for your first Co-op semester? Then you should check out Saraans interview with 3 Co-op students about pursuing their first work terms. Heres their advice for fellow students and how they overcame challenges while seeking http://ow.ly/3LNQ50Ba2Xv

Emerge SFU is currently hiring for marketing, event planning, and management positions! A great opportunity for those looking to boost their resume. Deadline to apply is Wednesday, August 26.

Get ready... The SFU Co-operative Education website is getting a refresh! Dont worry, all you have to do is sit back and relax. Stay tuned for the launch and more updates!

You heard it here first: The SFU Co-operative Education website is getting a design refresh soon! The site will look and feel different, but the content is still there. Stay tuned for more updates.

With more distractions around at home, it can be easier to catch yourself procrastinating or avoiding tasks. Read the Health Peers blog to learn strategies on how to manage your time and stress better by building a routine! http://ow.ly/WEmX50AVR8k

By creating an efficient routine, you can quickly accomplish your to-do list and allow yourself to do activities that you enjoy doing The Health Peers share their recipe on how to build a routine to better manage your stress!http://ow.ly/CDqY50AWUs5

This summer, post-secondary students, recent grads & not-for-profit organizations are joining together in communities from coast to coast to coast. Were proud to participate in the Canada Student Service Grant #CSSG! Learn more: https://www.canada.ca/IWanttoHelp #IWantToHelp #CSSG

Co-op doesnt stop once you graduate with your undergraduate degree. Zahid Dossa, a Masters of Public Policy graduate, explains what his co-op experience was like working for Technical Safety BC and what he gained the most from his time there: http://ow.ly/4VSC50ARUtq

Have you heard of Pivot 2020? It is a national project that employs 1200 Canadian youth for the Summer of 2020 to create a national-scale data and information resource that helps organizations in all sectors jump-start their post-pandemic recovery. Some of these positions are open to SFU Co-op students for the Fall 2020 semester. The roles will be working remotely from home, and an asset to currently live in or previously have lived in the Lower Mainland, Victoria, Kelowna. S...tudents are required to be Canadian citizens or permanent residents for these positions. Deadline is August 3rd. Apply today! "Log-in to myExperience > Search (Co-op) Job Postings > search for keyword ""Pivot"" Pivot Team Lead - 75655 (12 positions) Pivot Team Member - 75656 (96 positions)"

Who else tuned into our session this evening Entrepreneurship: Opportunities and What You Need to Know Now? We hope you enjoyed this virtual event and the rest of this summer series! Thanks to all of our panelists and attendees who made it possible. If you missed this session, not to worry, it will be available to watch as a recording soon. In the meantime, check out the recordings of our previous topics: Finance & Insurance Sector: sfubeedie.wistia.com/medias/hygygc9f...s5 Healthcare Sector: sfubeedie.wistia.com/medias/gixl95zgy9 Beedie School of Business SFU Alumni SFU Career and Volunteer Services SFU Co-operative Education SFUs Coast Capital Savings Venture Connection

July 14: Looking to make a shift in your career? Sign up for an informative and interactive session about opportunities in entrepreneurship. Industry experts will share their insights on whats happening in their industry, their organization, and shed light on where the opportunities lie during this time of physical distancing. https://www.sfu.ca/sfu-community/events.html/

Attention all entrepreneurial SFU students! If youd like to spend a term working on your own start-up, check out eCoop - a $10,000 award for SFU undergrad students. Submit your business plan by July 15 @SFUVC For more info visit http://ow.ly/n5gC50AlwvH

Calling all post-secondary students & recent grads: applications for the Canada Student Service Grant are open! Volunteer at a not-for-profit, gain skills, connect with your community plus you may be eligible for a grant from $1000-5000. Learn more: https://www.canada.ca/IWanttoHelp

SFU - School of Communication students - interested in joining Co-op? Join us for a virtual CMNS Co-op Info Session on Wednesday, July 8 to learn more about the co-op program, eligibility requirements, and benefits of doing co-op. Register now: www.sfu.ca/coop/info-sessions

Communication students - interested in joining Co-op? Join us for a virtual CMNS Co-op Info Session on Wednesday, July 8 to learn more about the co-op program, eligibility requirements, and benefits of doing co-op. Register now: www.sfu.ca/coop/cmns

Win a $500 Best Buy Gift card! Share what your career interests are and what you think about your career in this survey: http://ow.ly/8w6250AlxJ1

June 24: Looking to make a shift in your career? Sign up for an informative and interactive session about opportunities in the health sector. Industry experts will share their insights on whats happening in their industry, their organization, and where the opportunities lie, as well as many tips and tricks to help you navigate your career while social distancing. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-healthcare-sector-opportuni In partnership with SFU Alumni, Beedie School of Business, SFU Career and Volunteer Services, and Co-operative Education.

Join tomorrow for a virtual Information Session on Employment Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities held by the Government of Canada - June 9 and 11- No registration required http://www.sfu.ca/coop/info-sessions.html

Students Carolyn Yip, David Waizel and Nicole Woo shed light on the stories of lives lost to #COVID19 with launch of non-profit online memorial A Proper Farewell. Carolyn and David are both participants in our eCoop program. http://www.sfu.ca//sfu-students-launch-initiative-to-share School of Interactive Arts + Technology SFUs Coast Capital Savings Venture Connection

Join us for an Information Session on Employment Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities held by the Government of Canada - June 9 and 11- No registration required http://www.sfu.ca/coop/info-sessions.html

With Co-op, the possibilities are endless and you are never limited to jobs only in your field. Thuy Tran, a Communication student shares her experience working in STEM, and how she navigated the uncertainty of the pandemic in a brand new environment: http://www.sfu.ca//co-op-during-pandemic-navigating-scienc

"When you work at a non-profit, you will notice one extraordinary and unanimous thing: Everyones heart is in their work." Read Communication student Juliette Hallidays touching story on working for an essential service during a pandemic here: http://www.sfu.ca//working-essential-service-during-global