The Employer determines the salary for a UBC Science Co-op student
According to the UBC Science Co-op Program requirements, Co-op work placements must be paid a salary. The salary may vary widely depending on the employer, program of study, work placement level or overall work experience. The employer determines and salary for a UBC Science Co-op student. While students are encouraged to consider the educational benefit of a position, compensation may be a factor in students' decision considerations.
Co-op salaries are reviewed annually and compiled based on organizations who have hired UBC Science Co-op students.
- Figures are gross monthly salaries and in Canadian dollars; they vary across Canada and world-wide
- Approximately 75% of UBC Science Co-op placements are within BC’s Lower Mainland, which includes cities such as Burnaby, Richmond, New Westminster, etc.
In accordance with the BC Pay Transparency Act, all job postings must include the expected pay or pay range.
Minimum Wage
In Canada and the US, Co-op students must be paid at least minimum wage in order for the opportunity to be eligible for posting with the Science Co-op program. Minimum wage applies regardless of how employees are paid – hourly, salary, commission or on an incentive basis.
British Columbia(Current BC min. wage: $17.40 per hour effective June 1, 2024)
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Note: This data is provided for informational purposes only.