Teen Zone
Teen Zone
Wanted: Science-loving teens for a SWEET TAG Team
Science World is looking for teens to participate in a SWEET (Science World Extravagant Evenings for Teens) TAG (Teen Advisory Group) Team.
Teens ages 13 through 18 can brainstorm, plan, organize, promote and assist with teen-only events happening every two months at TELUS World of Science. Planning meetings take place once a month.
TAG Team members will get Science World volunteer status and a volunteer ID tag with unlimited free access to TELUS World of Science throughout the year. If you're interested, please contact Jo-Ann at 604.443.7553 or jcoggan@scienceworld.ca.
Sign up now! Space is limited.
At Science World we have programming for all ages! As a middle and high-school student you're likely looking to build skills, find out what kinds of careers in science are out there that might suit you, and think about your post-secondary schooling. If this sounds like you, you're in the right place!
Find information about volunteering and high school work experience.
Learn more about Careers in Science.
Future Science Leaders
Do you love science? Take advantage of this opportunity to expand your science knowledge, Science World style! In the Future Science Leaders program teens will not only learn advanced science, but they’ll also meet BC’s top scientists, innovators, and business leaders and learn about cutting edge research, background theory, and industry applications in different aspects of science.
Youth Leadership
Part of being successful in your career is taking advantage of leadership opportunities while you're young. By doing so, you'll learn new skills and prove you can handle a group while ensuring the successful completion of a project. Here are some great projects for you to get involved in!BC Green Games: This environmental action project challenges school groups across the province to do something sustainable with their school or community and document it for the chance to win $20,000 in prizes.
Youth 4 Action: Youth across Metro Vancouver take action on sustainability.
Roots and Shoots: Promote change in your community, for animals and the environment.
Pick up some useful skills!
Did you know? At Science World you can pick up some cool and useful skills that'll help launch you into your future!
Earn valuable CAPP hours—come to Science World at TELUS World of Science every day for a couple of weeks.
We've got volunteer opportunities just for you. Pick a volunteer position and start climbing our newly-developed Career Ladder. The Career Ladder gives you the chance for long-term engagement with Science World as you acquire marketable skills.
Explore Careers in Science
Are you considering a career in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics? Do you want to learn more about different career options that are available to you? Then you're in luck! Over the next 10 years, tens of thousands of jobs will be created in British Columbia that involve science, technology, engineering, and mathematics! Explore these resources and learn how to get your dream job.
Are you in grades 10–12? Do you want to meet, talk, and network with people who have careers in science and technology? Then Opening the Door is perfect for you! This program connects high school students to people across the province of British Columbia who are keen on sharing their knowledge and experience as you explore an exciting career in science and technology.
Check out these links for more information on various careers, post-secondary programs, institutions, scholarships, and volunteer opportunities.
Did you know that up to 80% of jobs are never advertised? Learn how to network to create useful connections and relationships that will help you land your dream job.
Career & Volunteer Information
Career Information
Work Futures: workfutures.bc.ca
Review comprehensive descriptions of over 200 occupations.
Work BC: workbc.ca
Explore career pathways, jobs, and discover what jobs will be in demand in the next decade.
Service Canada Job Bank: jobbank.gc.ca
This resource allows you to search jobs, build your resume, and take quizzes that help you to discover more about your skills and learning style. It also has some great tips on how you can build your network!
CanLearn: canlearn.ca
Find information on career planning, programs, schools, and funding.
Workopolis Campus: workopoliscampus.com
Check out the Resource Centre to find more information on careers and salaries.
Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC: Careers in Engineering and Geosciences: apeg.bc.ca/students/index.html
Consider engineering! You'll find lots of information on careers and scholarships here.
Workapedia: workapedia.ca
Plan your career path and learn about how you can market your skills!
Payscale: payscale.com
Find out the salary that you can earn in a particular career.
Science.ca: science.ca
Read profiles of over 250 Canadian scientists and learn more about science-related jobs in Canada.
Post-Secondary Programs and Institutions
Education Planner: educationplanner.bc.ca
Search post-secondary programs, check-out the calendar of application deadlines and discover lots more.
BC Campus: bccampus.ca
Connect with advisors, search for programs and courses and apply online to post-secondary institutions.
BC Ministry of Advanced Education: aved.gov.bc.ca, aved.gov.bc.ca/institutions/welcome.htm and aved.gov.bc.ca/studentaidbc/welcome.htm
Review BC's public post-secondary institutions and check out links to student programs, services and funding.
BC Transfer Guide: bctransferguide.ca
Find information on transfer opportunities between post-secondary institutions.
School Finder: schoolfinder.com
Search colleges, universities, and programs, and find out more about admission requirements and scholarships.
Scholarship/Financial Information
BC Awards Online: bcawardsonline.org
British Columbia Scholarship Society: bcscholarship.ca
Scholarships Canada: scholarshipscanada.com
Canada Student Loans and Grants: hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/learning/canada_student_loan/index.shtml
Find out more about financial assistance for post-secondary programs.
Volunteer Information
Go Volunteer: govolunteer.ca
Find great volunteer opportunities at local non-profit organizations.
Volweb: volweb.ca
Search a database of local volunteer opportunities.
Youth-related Job Information
Youth Canada: youth.gc.ca
A great resource for finding information on education, jobs and careers, and money.
Young Canada Works: pch.gc.ca/special/jct-ycw
Find summer jobs and discover how you can build skills and on-the-job experience.
Other Science-related Links
Government of Canada — Science and Technology for Canadians: science.gc.ca/Home/Careers-WSEA08BCAA-1_En.htm
Learn more about diverse careers and navigate through profiles of scientists who work for government. Play fun science-related games
Youth Science Canada: ysf.ca/Home.aspx
A site dedicated to science fairs across Canada.
Society of Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST): http://http://www.scwist.ca
This website encourages girls and women to enter science, engineering, and technology.
National Research Council Canada: www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/education/innovations/index.html
Explore profiles of scientists who work for world-class Canadian researchers and their work.
Riley Guide: www.rileyguide.com/network.html
A useful resource to learn more about networking and to find networking tips.
Workopolis Campus: workopoliscampus.com
Check out the Resource Centre to find more information on networking.
Service Canada Job Bank: jobbank.gc.ca
This website provides some great tips on how you can build your network.
McGill University – Career Planning Service: www.mcgill.ca/caps/students/job-search/networking/
Listen to an excellent Podcast where you can learn about what networking is and why it's important, how to start networking, and hear some great tips too!
University of British Columbia – Career Services: www.students.ubc.ca/careers/students/get-career-guidance/job-search-skills/networking/
Check out lots of good hints for networking success!