Opportunities for our Students

SCBUS Showcase

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SCBUS Alumni Fireside Chat

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WatSolve Consulting Casing Workshop

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Fusion Conference

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Welcome to the Opportunities Page for Science and Business Students

This platform connects you with a variety of extracurricular activities, internships, research projects, workshops, and networking events to enhance your academic and professional journey.

Why Get Involved?

Enhance Your Career Prospects: Gain practical experience and build a professional network through internships, research projects, and leadership roles.

Foster Personal Growth: Discover new interests, develop essential soft skills, and cultivate a sense of curiosity and lifelong learning.

Boost Your Mental Health: Balance academic stress with enjoyable activities that promote happiness, resilience, and a sense of accomplishment.

Promote a Balanced À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ: Strike a healthy balance between studies and personal interests, creating a fulfilling and enjoyable university experience.

Explore the Opportunities page and take advantage of the experiences that await you. Get involved to enrich your university life and pave the way for a successful and balanced future.

Science and Business Student Group Activities

Here's your chance to get involved and gain valuable career experience at the same time!

  • Science and Business Student’s Association (SBSA):ÌýThe Science and Business Students' AssociationÌýbrings together students enrolled in Science and Business, Biotechnology and Economics, and Biotechnology and Chartered Accountancy to create a close-knit community in which students can socialize and find opportunities for personal and professional growth!
  • Watsolve Consulting Group:ÌýWatSolve Consulting Group is a multi-disciplinary, pro-bono management consulting group within the Science and Business Program at the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ. We are a team of undergraduate Science and Business students that provide consulting services to science and technology-based businesses of all sizes: from entrepreneurs, to start-ups, non-profits, and enterprises.Ìý
  • Fusion Conference:ÌýThe conference is organized by students from the Science and Business program, but undergraduate students from around the world are welcome and encouraged to attend. The Fusion Conference prepares delegates for leadership roles by equipping them with the necessary knowledge and skills in our rapidly changing world.

Teaching Assistant (TA) Applications

Velocity

Velocity On-Campus Spaces -

Science - Run out of ESC 232. This is a lab space for chemistry and biology related venture projects

Digital - Run out of SCH 228. Access to monitors, hardware, tools, etc + Tea/Coffee!

Central - Run out of MC 2037. Workspace with desks, couches, and whiteboards.

Student Success Office Opportunities

Work Programs

À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Undegraduate Student Association (WUSA)

About WUSA

Your À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Undergraduate Student Association (WUSA) is the official voice and legal representative of undergrad students at UÀ¶Ý®ÊÓƵ.

The not-for-profit, student-led advocacy organization has provided undergrads with the services and support they need to reach their academic goals and make the most of their À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ experience.

Case Competition Opportunities

Explore the list ofÌýcase competitionsÌýto learn more about opportunities and important dates.

Science Society

The Science Society (SciSoc) is the Faculty of Science student government and operates as a volunteer-based student societyÌýto support you during your time at the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ. As an undergraduate Science student, you are automatically a member! Other À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ undergraduate students are welcome to join SciSoc as a social member by paying the termly society fee.

Engineering Science Quest (ESQ)

Engineering Science Quest (ESQ) was formed in the fall of 1990 when two À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ undergraduate students saw a similar program at another Canadian university. Taking what they saw to À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, they ran their first camps for grades 5 and 6 students in 1991, and reached 200Ìýstudents.

Since then, ESQ has grown to be recognized as a leader in Science and Engineering camps in Canada and now offers multiple summer camps for children entering grades 2Ìýto 9.ÌýÌýIn addition to summer programs ESQ offers year-round programming including March Break camps, After SchoolÌýprogramming, in-school workshops, special events and community programming. Annually ESQ is able to reach over 10,000Ìýchildren and youth.

Science Student Ambassador

Science Student Ambassador Program

Share your Warrior pride with thousands of future students and their families by being a student ambassador.

Each year the Visitors Centre hires students who

  • are enthusiastic, energetic, andÌýrelate well to future students and their parents;
  • think À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ is an amazing school;
  • have excellent public speaking abilities; and
  • have been involved in student-related activities at À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ.

What do student ambassadors do?

  • Provide virtual and in-person campus tours to future students.
  • Work at events such as Fall and March Break Open House, the Ontario Universities' Fair, and You @ À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Day

À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ iGEM

What is iGEM?

iGEM is a non-profit organization that hosts the international Giant Jamboree competition each year. High school, undergraduate, and graduate students share how they build, model, and study the applications and effects of engineered biological systems to solve the world’s biggest problems.

Who is À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ iGEM?

À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ iGEM is an undergraduate student design team who has competed in the iGEM competition since 2005. The team is unique in À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ for our student-led research, interdisciplinary collaboration between students from all faculties, and bioengineering focus.


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Want to join iGEM?