SFU Student Spring 2026 Co-op--Biomechanical Footwear Assessor

1 week ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada The Right Shoe Full time $20,000 - $40,000 per year

Start/End Date: January 1st 2026-August 31st 2026
Duration: 8 months (will consider 4 months for the right applicant)
Hours per week: 32-40
Rate of Pay (hourly): $20/hour with a raise to $21/hour after 4 months
 

Do you care about people and go above and beyond to understand their needs and wants?

Are you ready to apply your Kinesiology knowledge?

If you answered enthusiastically, "Yes" to the above questions, we invite you to keep reading.

We're seeking Biomechanical Footwear Assessors (Sales Associates) who can use their kinesiology background to deliver a memorable in-store experience that creates life-long customers. You take pride in an organized, welcoming, and well-curated retail space for customers to walk into. You understand the importance of a warm greeting, gaining an understanding of the customer's wants, product knowledge and attention to detail in the service you provide. You go above and beyond when serving clients and are committed to finding the RIGHT products for a customer's specific needs. You know that when it comes to footwear selection, it is far from a "one size fits all". You are ready to utilize your biomechanics, exercise science, and human kinetics education and learn more about business.

You will…

  • Work in a great learning environment to advance communication, problem solving skills, and apply your Kinesiology knowledge

  • Deliver on our brand promise to provide personalized, informative, no-pressure sales experience in our store, and ultimately maintain customer service standards

  • Assist customers in their selection of the RIGHT shoe(s) and assess their biomechanical needs

  • Complete a sale from start to finish including sales process and point of sale

  • Ensure customer happiness and satisfaction

  • Participate in the store's organization and appearance

  • Support inventory management and product ordering

  • Work within a strong, dynamic sales team

You are…

  • A people-person passionate about being of service and supporting people

  • A strong communicator known for building relationships and customer loyalty

  • Passionate about active lifestyles

  • At ease with computers and technology

  • Able to work during the week and on weekends, Full Time

You have…

  • An understanding of Biomechanics

  • Basic knowledge of shoes and common foot problems, or you'd be happy to learn it because - you guessed it -this role is all about finding the RIGHT shoe for every customer

  • Retail or applicable customer service experience is helpful

You'll get…

  • A steppingstone for your professional career

  • The chance to meet people in your field of study and related ones

  • A competitive compensation

  • 4- or 8-month term

  • Free pair of shoes

  • Access to store discount

  • Fit Specialist Training

  • An opportunity to work in an independently owned store

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