Requirements and Deadline

The Summer Student program is open to all university undergraduate students in their first, second or third year of study. Co-op students in their 4th (out of 5) years are also encouraged to apply. 

Requirements for successful applicants:

• A strong record of academic achievement and a demonstrated interest in scientific research.
• A minimum required average of least B+ for all university courses completed to date.
• Being legally entitled to work in Canada.

Only the most talented and promising students are selected for interviews with prospective supervisors and approximately 50 students are admitted into the program each summer.