Hire a Student in Chemistry
Chemistry students engage in cutting-edge research and have the opportunity to design their own solutions for real-world chemistry problems. In addition, as part of the university's pledge to train future scientists to become more environmentally responsible, all students in these specialist programs are eligible to enrol in courses which contribute towards a focus in green chemistry as part of their degree. All specialist students may also enrol in a focus in practical chemical analysis, which recognizes emphasis on training in chemical detection, identification and measurement in laboratory settings.
Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) students receive extensive professional and skill development training and supports through the ASIP supplementary curriculum.
What Can Our Students Offer?
By the End of Second Year:
- Confidence and practical skills to safely conduct laboratory experimental work
- Ability to analyze, interpret and critically evaluate scientific information
- Familiarity with chemistry literature and a working knowledge of literature-searching databases
- Introductory laboratory report-writing skills
By the End of Third Year:
- Exposure to scientific research methodologies and techniques
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively having developed enhanced problem-solving skills
- Significant written communication skills
- Working knowledge and experience with advanced chemistry techniques and instrumentation
Where Do Our Students Work?
U of T’s chemistry students have worked with top employers across Canada and globally, including:
- Industry (pharma and biotech) — Sanofi, Bayer, Apotex and STEMCELL Technologies
- Academia — University of Toronto, Applied Health Research and Koch Institute
- Healthcare — University Health Network, St. Michael’s Hospital, Sick Kids Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital
- Cosmetics manufacturing — Estee Lauder, Cosmetica Laboratories
- Food manufacturing — Piller’s Fine Foods, Maple Leaf Foods and Griffith Foods Limited
What Can Our Students Do?
- Process development
- Laboratory assistance
- Quality control chemistry
- Research and development
- Food chemistry
- Regulatory affairs
- Analytical testing chemistry
- Environmental science
The majority of our programs are accredited by the Canadian Society of Chemistry, so they meet the highest national standards in terms of training, course rigour and the soft skills that students develop from taking those programs.
— Professor Andrew Dicks, Associate Undergraduate Chair, Department of Chemistry
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Faculty of Arts & Science students are collaborative, adaptable, creative, analytical; they are solutions-focused, have strong research skills and are eager to contribute to their communities and society.