Why Do a Co-op/Internship?
Industry co-ops and internships are an extremely valuable part of your trainee education as they supplement your studies with real-world experience in your field of study. Not only do they allow you to apply the theoretical knowledge you are learning during your degree, they also develop your profession skills, build your professional network and expose you to what your potential career could look like after graduation.
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Benefits of Industry
Internships & Co-ops
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Provides much needed experience to add to your resume.
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Give you a competitive edge when applying for jobs after graduation.
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Many trainees receive job offers for after graduation
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Expands and practices your soft skills
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Teamwork, communication, empathy, leadership, adaptability, initiative, confidence, dependability, resilience, decision-making abilities
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Expands and practices your transferrable skills
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Technology literacy, presentation and writing skills, problem-solving skills, mentoring skills, negotiation skills, project management and organizational skills
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Develops professional connections
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Expands your professional network, obtain valuable references
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Refines your career goals
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Exposes you to many alternative careers not seen in academia
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Builds confidence for your future career
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Improves your confidence and skills and helps you make informed decisions for your future directions​
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Opens Up a World of Opportunities for Your Future Career Path
Exposure to careers across multiple departments and divisions in industry allows you to make a more informed decision when considering your future career path. In academia, you would have limited exposure, if any, to these exciting opportunities.
Project Development and Management
Business Development Manager
Medical Writer
Clinical Product Production
Technical Support Specialist
Scientific Liason
Clinical Trial Management
Marketing and Sales
Quality Control
Biostatistician
Bioinformatician
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This exposure helps you to refine your career goals and opens up many other possibilities for your future.