Lab Assistant / Science Prep Room Volunteer
Help science teachers prep labs and organize equipment
Why It Matters
Shows deep interest in practical science and earns you incredible reference letters from your science teachers.
How to Start
Simply ask your chemistry or biology teachers if they need help setting up labs during your spare or after school.
Commitment
- Low commitment: a few hours a month, easy to fit around school.
- Best starting grade: G11
- G11 when you have spares or a solid understanding of lab safety.
Programs It Supports
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Life Sciences
- Health Sciences
Majors it supports
- Chemistry – high 80s
- Biology – mid to high 80s at most schools
- Life Sciences – high 80s to low 90s depending on school
- Health Sciences – 95%+ average plus strong supplemental - Canada's most competitive undergrad
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