WestGrid is looking for ways to diversify its sources of revenue and funding. WestGrid is at a strategic junction and has taken the decision to expand its offerings and services to the industry in addition to focusing on educational institutions. Given the limited resources and capacity that WestGrid has, additional resources are needed to help […]

The company I will be working with is called Citizen Relations, a PR Agency in Vancouver. I will be given projects and assignments that support their public relations agency in industries like tourism, retail, and entertainment to help them recover from the financial impacts of COVID-19. I will be helping their clients through creating presentations, […]

There is an increasing interest in applications of machine learning to solve mining and geotechnical problems; this is made easier thanks to user-friendly and open source machine learning codes and improved computational power. The benefit of incorporating machine learning in rock engineering design are apparent, including the reduction in the time required to sort and […]

Transportation services, ranging from public buses to private logistic fleets, could benefit significantly from the introduction of Roger’s 5G wireless networks. This project has a primary objective to support UBC’s efforts to achieve its 2050 GHG emission reduction goals with emphasis on reduction of GHG and air pollutant emissions from transportation services.

DNA methylation is a biological process that involves the chemical modification of DNA with methyl groups at specific regions of a chromosome. DNA methylation and demethylation change the processes associated with turning on and off genes. Changes in DNA methylation patterns can be influences by environmental forces which are recorded at the molecular level and […]

In partnership with the First Nations Fisheries Legacy Fund and their partner First Nations, Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwikwetlem, Musqueam, Tsleil-Waututh, and Tsawwassen, the proposed interns aim to develop a framework of aquatic health indicators that are identified and shaped by cultural values and priorities laid out by the involved First Nations in the Lower Fraser River […]

Scrawlr is a platform for unconstrained, global interaction with all internet content and users. Scrawlr allows for user evaluation and unconstrained classification of any Scrawlr-hosted or non-Scrawlr content. For non-Scrawlr content, this evaluation and classification allowance will be first at the URL level but will subsequently be provided at the individual content component level. Scrawlr […]

The fan assembly is a critical component of a Thrust Cushion Vehicle (TCV) designed by Slipstream Vehicles Ltd. It provides both the lift and thrust for the TCV. However, given the novelty of the patented fan, there is insufficient data to predict the fan performance. This project will focus on development of a new set […]

I will be doing a marketing internship at Riahi Patents, Inc. This is a company that works on helping businesses with research understanding the validity, scope and legality of their intellectual property. I will be working to help develop the company’s marketing strategy, to uncover the best customer acquisition strategies, and help the company increase […]

iGen Education is an innovative approach to education, which includes offering outdoor courses and integrating STEAM principles into curriculums. The vision behind iGen Education is “Learning beyond the walls of the classroom.” The intern will have the opportunity to promote how our programs can benefit students and their families as well as the greater community, […]

To reduce the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from goods transportation low-carbon fuels can be combined with high-efficiency engine systems. Gaseous fuels such renewable natural gas and hydrogen offer low net GHG emissions from efficient direct-injection engines. These engines use high fuel injection pressures that need to be supplied during operation by a compressor on the […]

I will be undertaking several digital marketing tasks where I will aim to generate more leads for CloudAdvisors. I will be helping with the development and execution of ClousAdvisor’s marketing strategy through various platforms including social media, PR, and communication with customers. This will help CloudAdvisors reach a greater audience, and ultimately help more Canadians […]