The Chemistry and Biochemistry programs at the University of Windsor are designed to provide students with a strong foundation of skills and expertise in the field of science. Students within these programs will have the unique opportunity to use classroom knowledge to conduct research in a professional setting, and the prospect of gaining hands-on experience in the field of Chemistry and Biochemistry through relevant paid co-op internship opportunities. Students enrolled into the co-op internship program will be exposed to the latest research, and scientific development in a variety of industries through their 8, 12, or 16-month work term opportunity.
Students work in partnership with a coordinator to secure a work term placement by applying to our job board or by working on a guided job search. Typical student positions within similar internships include:
- Agricultural Research Assistant
- Quality Control Analyst
- Process Inspector
- Junior Analytical Chemist
- Research and Development Technician
Organizations such as CNOOC, Jamieson Natural Sources, Catalent and Agricultural and Agri-Food Canada have interest in internship and co-op students within the Chemistry and Biochemistry disciplines.
Year 3 Application Requirements:
- Minimum 67% major average, 70% CGPA, and not more than one outstanding grade below 50% after completion of four terms of study
Each student accepted into the program will have to complete a non-credit job readiness program, Transform during the fall study term of their third year. A pass in Transform will allow students to move onto the job competition, where they compete for placement opportunities during the winter study term.
Four-month placements are not available. There are only 8, 12, or 16-month placements to ensure course offerings are available at the correct time.
|
Year of Study |
Fall |
Winter |
Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Study | Study | Off |
| Year 2 | Study | Study | Off |
| Year 3 | Study (Transform) | Study | Work |
| Year 4 | Work | Work | Work/Off |
| Year 5 | Study | Study | - |
*Alternatively, students can take the summer after Year 3 off and complete an 8-month or 12-month work term starting in the fall of their 4th year.
Current Students:
Current students not already admitted to the internship program can apply in the fall of their third year of study. Students must be full-time, have a minimum major average of 67% and no more than one outstanding F grade on their transcript. Applications can be submitted via mySuccess. Select “Co-op” and follow the instructions provided.
Work Integrated Learning Coordinator
Romina Oulevey
WIL Coordinator, Business, Kinesiology, Chemistry/Biochemistry and Physics
Joyce Entrepreneurship Centre, Suite 132
coop@uwindsor.ca | 519-253-3000 ext. 3561