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UBC experiences

As a UBC student, there are many work and volunteer opportunities for you to explore your interests and build your career.

Work opportunities

UBC offers a range of part-time student positions or full-time jobs through Co-op.

Work Learn

Develop your professional skills in a work environment. Learn from a mentor, expand your professional network, and gain work experience through a part-time UBC job while still taking classes.

UBC Co-op program

Alternate between study terms and paid work terms and get a head start on building your career.

Undergraduate research

As one of the top research universities around the world, UBC offers a wide range of research opportunities for students.

On-campus jobs

Earn extra cash during your school year and build valuable work skills through a part-time student job on campus.

CareersOnline

Browse opportunities or register for workshops on the online job board for UBC students and alumni.

Canada Summer Jobs Program

Search thousands of jobs for Canadians aged 15 to 30. New jobs are added regularly.

Involvement and leadership

Become a student leader to support your peers on campus.

Peer programs

Enhance the UBC student experience as a student leader in your faculty or topic of interest.

Community experiences

Apply for a grant to launch your community idea or volunteer at local nonprofit organizations and elementary schools during Reading Break.

Orientation and Transition leadership opportunities

Welcome and support new-to-UBC students at the start of the school year through Jump Start, Imagine UBC, and Collegia.

Student Leadership Conference

Attend workshops, motivational talks, and network with peers at the annual event for student leaders.

Student Directed Seminars

If you're an upper-year student, lead a dynamic, academic seminar on a topic of your choice in a collaborative learning environment.

Social Impact Lab

Tackle social and environmental issues with peers and community partners through actionable projects.

Student journalism

Get experience in journalism, communications, writing, or digital media at UBC.

Get career help

Book a career advising session, register for career-building workshops, and see what resources are available to you during your time at UBC.

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