- Description: AquaTerra Environmental Ltd., based in British Columbia, specializes in environmental consulting and ecological restoration. The company provides a range of services, including environmental assessments, habitat restoration, water resource management, and ecological monitoring. AquaTerra is dedicated to sustainable environmental practices, working closely with various sectors to ensure ecological integrity and compliance with environmental regulations. Career opportunities at AquaTerra Environmental Ltd. may include roles in environmental science, field research, project management, ecological assessment, and administrative support. These positions are ideal for individuals with a strong interest in environmental conservation, ecology, and sustainable development.
- Website: For more information about career opportunities, visit: AquaTerra Environmental Ltd. Careers.
- Description: This government ministry focuses on environmental protection, sustainability, and climate change initiatives in British Columbia.
- Careers Website: BC Government Careers
- Description: A not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting environmental professionals with training, certification, and employment opportunities.
- Careers Website: ECO Canada Careers
- Description: The Hakai Institute is a scientific research organization in British Columbia focused on coastal ecosystems. The institute conducts comprehensive studies on marine and coastal environments, emphasizing long-term ecological research. Their work includes monitoring ecological communities, assessing environmental changes, and contributing to conservation efforts. The Hakai Institute operates field stations on Calvert Island and Quadra Island, offering unique research opportunities in coastal science. Career opportunities at the institute may include roles in marine biology, ecology, environmental science, field research, data analysis, and support staff. These positions are suited for individuals passionate about ecological research, environmental conservation, and science communication.
- Website: For more information about career opportunities, visit: Hakai Institute Careers.
- Description: Specializes in environmental services and sustainable development, offering expertise in environmental science and engineering.
- Careers Website: Hatfield Consultants Careers
- Description: An environmental consultancy that offers expertise in environmental planning, ecology, and remediation.
- Careers Website: Hemmera Careers
- Description: A research institute focusing on climate science and adaptation, supporting decision-making on climate change issues.
- Careers Website: PCIC Careers
- Description: Paper Excellence, headquartered in British Columbia, is a diversified manufacturer of pulp and specialty, printing, writing, and packaging papers. The company focuses on sustainable practices and innovation in the paper and pulp industry, operating multiple mills across Canada. They offer opportunities in various aspects of the paper manufacturing process, as well as in corporate and administrative roles.
- Careers Website: Paper Excellence Careers
- Description: A global professional services company in the design and consulting industry, including environmental services.
- Careers Website: Stantec Careers
- Description: Provides consulting and engineering services worldwide, with a strong focus on environmental solutions.
- Careers Website: Tetra Tech Careers
There are currently two ongoing, known glitches in our ancient booking system that can be temporary barriers to booking.
Glitch 1: I tried to log in and got an error message saying I have to be a VIU student to use the system!
Solution: You need to update your password for your VIU Online Student Record.
Glitch 2: I tried to book an exam but it says I have no instructor assigned to my course!
Solution: This error message usually means you have 2 instructors assigned to your course. Email us at accommodatedexams@viu.ca and we will fix that at the source.
Watch: How-to video (Booking an Accommodated Exam)
- Login to the Online Booking System with your VIU registration number and password (it says PIN on the page).
- Click on ‘Request Exam’ to see your registered courses. Your current registered courses are listed in the top section. Note: Your Final exams are listed in the bottom section. They will appear when VIU announces the Final Exam schedules.
- Select the course you want to book an accommodated exam for. Click on the small, green circle to the left of your course code to make a request.
- Select the date and time of your scheduled in-class quiz or mid-term exam. When you click ‘Submit’, your instructor will be notified about your request by email. Once the instructor has approved your accommodated exam request, Assessment Services will finalize the approval.
If the date or time of the scheduled quiz or mid-term exam falls outside of our regular office hours (evenings, weekends), or if it conflicts with your other classes or a medical appointment, you can request an alternate date or time.
We are able to support exams that run beyond 4:00pm on weekdays if we get advance notice (at least 7 days).
During Final exams, we are open longer hours to be able to accommodate all scheduled exams.
Note: Alternate dates and times require instructor approval. Talk with your instructor before you make an alternate exam request.
How to request an alternate date or time
- Talk to your instructor before booking, so they have informed consent.
- When you request the exam in the system, enter the class date and the class start time in the main booking section, ‘Exam Details’ (at the top).
- In the ‘Alternate or Split Exam Requests’ section (below the main section), select ‘Alternate Time/Date’ from the menu, then tick the box to confirm you have spoken with your instructor about the different exam schedule.
- Click ‘Submit’. This will take you to a new page where you enter your alternate date/time. Click ‘Submit’ to confirm your alternate time/date request.
If you have an exam accommodation that allows for split exams, you will first need to reach out to your instructor to confirm which dates and times you will write your split exam on.
Please CC accommodatedexams@viu.ca in the email where the instructor confirms the dates/times you have arranged together. This is important, as we need to know that the instructor is aware of the split exam. They will need to prepare a special split-exam material package for you.
You can then request the exam in our online booking system.
To schedule a split exam in our system:
- Under ‘Exam Details’ in the Request Exam page, please enter the date and time that your class is writing the test.
- Below that, select ‘Split Exam’ from the Alternate Exam Request drop-down menu. Click ‘submit’.
- Tick the box to confirm that you have confirmed the details of the split exam with your instructor.
- You will see a page with calendar and date selection tools.
- Please enter the date and time of Test Part 1
- Please enter the date and time of Test Part 2
- Submit.
Done!
Watch: How-to video (How to Monitor Your Exam Requests)
You can check the status of your exam requests by clicking on the ‘View Status’ button at the top left of your screen, below ‘Request Exam’.
You will be able to see the following dates:
- The scheduled exam date for your class;
- The date you requested the accommodated exam;
- The date your instructor approved your exam request;
- The date Assessment Services approved your exam request;
- The agreed-upon date of your accommodated exam.
All of your exam requests are colour coded to help you understand their status.
- Blue: Upcoming exam;
- Yellow: Unapproved request (either your instructor or Assessment Services has not yet approved it);
- Red: Cancelled request;
- Grey: Old request from previous semesters.
Watch: How-to video (Cancelling an Exam Request)
You can cancel a request if you decide to write the exam with your class or if you decide to drop a course.
Please let us know if you will not be writing your booked exam with us. We have limited space in our centre so cancelling your request will let us know we can free up a seat.
Did you know?
You can cancel your request online or by emailing us directly at accommodatedexams@viu.ca.
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Employers Best Practices
Knowing what to expect from students
In order to ensure a sustained learning experience, employer supervisors must plan meaningful and challenging work assignments. It is important for both the supervisor and the student to clearly understand the learning objectives in order to have a positive experience. Students will be required to complete assignments as part of their WIL experience.
Although there is no employer’s expectation regarding involvement with student assignments, supporting the student’s learning enhances their ability to connect the academic and work experience components more easily.
Problems may arise with both the employer and student when expectations are not clear. Since a negative experience can tarnish both the individual’s perception and the company’s program, it is important to manage and communicate prior to and throughout the work term.
It is important to remember that students in a new workplace can often be going through a number of emotions such as, anxiety, unrealistic expectations, fear, and nervousness. As an employer supervisor, you can effectively address these by being inclusive, communicative and by taking the time to understand the student’s background and goals.
Approved internship funding was provided as follows:
Vancouver Island University - $2500
Mitacts - $5000
Participating Organizations were asked to contribute $2500 towards the intern's remuneration for a total of $10,000 paid as a stipend for the duration of the internship.
Coast Capital Savings contributed $25,000 towards the initiative to increase the number of funded internships that could be offered.
In total 22 funded internships were supported through this initiative.
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The Office of Co-Curricular Engagement and Learning (OCCEL) engages and supports the student experience, and creates, promotes and recognizes co-curricular activities exercised on campus and within the community.