Career planning for chemistry students
Planning a career in chemistry is just like planning any other career: you need a , you need to , and you need to develop to find and land the position you want. UVic offers a great range of on-line and in-person services to help you get started. Grad students will find the run by the AAAS to offer great advice on science careers. In addition, Steve Freeman, Career Educator is available to meet with you in person or virtually. Please email Steve at careereducator2@uvic.ca for more information.
We’re here to assist you with chemistry-specific information and support. Chemistry Co-op is a great way to get employment experience in a variety of chemistry jobs. So are our which provide a chance to experience new chemistry and to expand your network.
One of the keys to your career in the coming years is your . That will include us—and your fellow . Even before you graduate, our could also be helpful as you build your network.
Networking is about getting out there and meeting people. Sure, social media like and are valuable. But the local chemistry community is active and engaged, offers lots of choices for students to become involved, and can put you in touch with people you might not encounter on-line. Consider:
- Volunteering as a Judge at the .
- Volunteering as a Scientist to do school visits with the Program.
- Participating in the (CIC)
UVic Chemistry graduates meet the educational requirements to be registered as a Professional Chemist in BC. Before you graduate, student membership in the opens access to the ACPBC mentoring program that puts student members in contact with current chemists in a variety of industries in BC. The ACPBC, together with other provincial organizations and the national association , is actively engaged in promoting the chemical profession and the career development of chemists in Canada.