Work Integrated Learning WIL What is WIL Project

Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

What is WIL Project? • WIL Project runs a full term and provides an alternative pathway to graduation • WIL Project allows participants to transition from students into working professionals • Successful completion of CPL 5559 will fulfill the program graduation requirements • Currently, co-op eligible students have the option to opt into WIL Project

What is WIL Project? • WIL Project aims at enriching student success by combining academic skills with application of employability skills • Small team collaboration of coworkers to complete assigned weekly deliverables (designed by industry professionals) related to program area • WIL employees are exposed to simulated industry work challenges • Enhances and strengthens employability prospects post-graduation by exposure skills and knowledge in demand from today’s employers • Industry professionals visit the virtual WIL office to share knowledge and connec employees throughout the term. Professional development sessions are incorpor to help employees grow personally and professionally • Project teams report to an assigned supervisor • A panel of industry experts are brought into the WIL office to evaluate the progre the professionals (midterm and final panels)

What is WIL Project? Academic Classroom Virtual WIL Office Instructor Supervisor & Mentor Students Young professionals Class time Shifts Assignments/Evaluations Performance appraisals/industry panel presentatio Class Schedule Shifts with mandatory attendance No dress code Students responsible for attendance Business casual dress code Required attendance - work commitment policy

WIL Shifts & Format • 3 x 5 hour shifts scheduled per week • Minimum of 15 contact hours/week. Most weeks require teams to work beyond scheduled shifts • Emphasis placed on demonstration of soft skills to successfully complete weekly deliverables • Virtual delivery format (MS Teams)

WIL Office Core Values & Philosophies We Believe in: Being professional Bringing our passion Showing respect to everyone Honesty and truth Showing pride in ourselves & our work The value of collaboration Nothing is impossible Innovation Sparking our entrepreneurial spirit Personal development Having fun!

WIL Office Onboarding • Establishing a welcoming work environment • Introductions • Community building activities • Set the tone for a positive and productive term

WIL Office Expectations Coaching & PD Sessions Work Commitment & Leave Policy Performance Expectations

We Celebrate Success! • • Recognize and celebrate individual and organizational success Awards ceremonies Peer-to-peer mentoring Inviting graduated WIL employees back for PD sessions

Previous WIL Employee Comments “The WIL project served as a valuable platform to demonstrate and apply theory I learnt throughout my International Business Management coursework. The real-world business work equipped me with key entrepreneurial skills, exposed me to professional expectations, industry insights and practical market strategies in order to successfully manage a business venture”. BMIB Student "WIL Project is participating in a real-life work environment. You will have colleagues, a mentor and a supervisor. You will receive feedback and performance review sessions. This is what I enjoyed the most during my WIL-time. I feel job-ready! In short, you will experience a work-alike environment in WIL project, and everyone will treat you as a professional - not a student!" PMLS Student “I feel very positive and happy to be a part of the WIL Project. This is a good opportunity for me to experience the workplace environment, as well as to implement my knowledge. This experience will help me learn about Canadian workplace etiquettes and expectations. I can see how I am developing professionally as well as improving my inter-personal skills” BMHR Student