A Typical SSEP Summer
WISE SSEP is a seven-week program that offers paid, hands-on work experience in science, technology, engineering, and math. But it’s not just a summer job—it’s a chance to dive into the world of STEM. Along with practical work experience in science and engineering, you’ll participate in weekly activities designed to show you the many educational and career opportunities available.
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About the Jobs
Since its inception in 1989, SSEP has offered employment opportunities in a broad range of fields. Listed below is a sampling of those fields.
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Community Outreach
- Ecology
- Education
- Engineering
- Fisheries
- Forestry
- Geography
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Medicine
- Physics
Workplace Tours
Every week during the program, you’ll join educational tours and site visits in St. John’s and nearby areas. If you’re working outside St. John’s over the summer, you’ll still get to experience these tours during a special “Final Week” visit to the city (if funding allows). The tours change each year and have included exciting stops like the Petty Harbour Mini Aquarium, the Faculty of Engineering, the Faculty of Medicine, the Ocean Sciences Centre, the GEOCENTRE, the Marine Institute, and the MUN Botanical Gardens.
Click here to see the Workplace Tour Gallery of pictures.
Social Events
In addition to the educational tours, there are monthly social events where you can connect with fellow participants and build lasting friendships with like-minded young women from across the province—relationships that can continue into college and your future career. While the events change each year, past activities have included whale watching and a beach BBQ, as well as movie and trivia nights.
Click here to see the Social Event Gallery of pictures.
Final Presentation Day
The SSEP final presentation day is the exciting culmination of your summer experience. On this day, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your projects and share what you’ve learned with your family, friends, mentors and industry professionals! It’s a chance to demonstrate your growth, celebrate your achievements, and develop your public speaking!