Benefits of WIL for students
- Hands on work experience with industry experts, increasing your chances of employment after graduation
- A chance to test out a role or organization before a long-term commitment
- An opportunity to build your network before you graduate
- Enhance your skills and test your knowledge in your field
- Canadian work-experience for international students
- Possibility of financial benefits if your WIL placement is paid
- Get a better understanding of the expectations and realities of the workforce in your chosen industry
Success stories
“As a student, it’s really cool to be a part of something that’s real, not made up, and see if it actually develops in the future. It would be great to be able to say that I was part of that. It will also be useful later-on in life looking at new business opportunities for myself to pursue. If I want to move into new markets, I can use the information that I’ve researched for my WIL course as I’m looking to build a new business. The process has been useful.”
Business Administration student speaking about their WIL experience.
How to get involved
Interested in a Work-Integrated Learning opportunity or have one coming up and need to learn more? You can reach out to your program area for information on mandatory placements or connect with the WIL office at wil@lethploytech.ca for more information on other opportunities!
Student resources