Benefits of WIL
Feedback from industry indicates that graduates with exposure to industry via WIL or experience based learning practices are more aware of workplace culture and expectations. Not only does involvement in WIL and experience based learning make you more employable, it also helps you to make decisions about future career options.
It’s a proven fact - just getting your degree isn't enough any more, employers want people who can add value to their organisations! WIL provides the opportunity for students to differentiate themselves and to demonstrate the potential value they can add to a prospective employer’s organisation.
Other benefits for students include:
Experience based learning
- Evidencing the practical application of the theory learnt during your course
- Gaining clarity about your future career direction – i.e. students who are exposed to industry practice either via WIL or experience based learning often find their chosen industries are different to expectations
- The opportunity to work on ‘real’ industry standard projects
Work Integrated Learning
- Expanding your industry networks
- Increasing your chances of finding employment quickly after graduation
- Depending on the industry, securing a part time or casual job to complement your studies – e.g. Hospitality & Tourism students who complete placement as part of their studies can be offered ongoing casual work with their host organisation
- Developing soft skills such as interpersonal writing and communication, team work, leadership and time management
- Developing professional skills in your chosen field under the guidance of a mentor
- Personal development – build confidence through working with a range of people from varying levels of seniority
- Enhance your resume, develop your portfolio
