Eligibility

All students (including international) are eligible to apply for the Science Co-op Program if they meet the following criteria:

• Enrolled as a full-time* student in the Faculty of Science or BMSc Program at Western.
• Currently in:
  • A 4-year degree
  • Year 2** or Year 3 (or Year 4 if student has remaining course work after co-op to complete degree)
• In good standing with the Dean's Office.
• Returning to at least 2.0 courses at Western after the co-op to continue their undergraduate degree.
• Have a minimum average of 60% in the previous year

*Students registered with Accessible Education are considered full-time if enrolled in 40% of a full course load. Students are asked to advise the Co-op Program Coordinator if they are registered with Accessible Education.

** Students from any science discipline may enter in year 2 but should note that most job postings for year 2 students who are in Computer Science or Stats and Actuarial Sciences. Four-month summer co-op opportunities for other disciplines are limited. Students in programs less aligned with the tech and financial math sectors are more likely to get a position in year 3.

If you are interested in applying, please email scicareers@uwo.ca for information.

Once we have your information, your application will be reviewed. 

We will contact you regarding your approval to the Program in late September.

Once approved, we will:

• Invite you to begin Science 3391 .
• Assist you with your cover letter and résumé development.
• Give you access to Science Co-op job postings.