Work Integrated Learning

Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is an educational approach that uses relevant work-based experiences to allow students to integrate theory with the meaningful practice of work as an intentional and assessed component of the curriculum.

How businesses can get involved

The process for Work integrated learning (WIL) differs in each area.

To find out how your business could benefit from offering WIL, check the links below to find the one relevant for your business.

Health and Biomedical Sciences

The Work Integrated Learning student placement program is a cornerstone of RMIT's approach to industry-relevant education and training.

STEM

Industry experience for STEM students. Connect with us and give students in-demand industry experience and insights that will accelerate their careers.

Business and Law

RMIT University’s College of Business & Law (CoBL) offers a wide range of internships that can benefit your organisation. From short to long-term placements, you can hire from a broad range of disciplines and study levels.

Social Work and Human Services

The Social Work and Human Services (SWHS) team work with industry partners in work integrated learning, teaching and research. RMIT Social Work has partnered with a number of agencies on an on-going basis.

Education

The School of Education is dedicated to industry and community engagement by providing pathways through research and specific individual projects.

Economics, Finance and Marketing

The School of Economics, Finance and Marketing at RMIT has a proud history of providing programs that meet the evolving needs of students and industry.

Design, Media and Communication

The School of Design and School of Media and Communication can assist with internships, graduate & student employment, partnered projects, industry advisors, mentors & speakers and more.

RMIT industry engagement

Staff training and development, tailored training solutions, executive education, apprenticeships and trainees, professional development courses, Micro-credentials, short courses and digital credentials aligned to future industry training needs.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) where individuals and industry employees can apply for advanced standing using 'Experience Assessment' as a pathway into qualification courses and programs.

Work Integrated Learning placements and projects, work ready interns, position advertising and graduate and student employment, collaborations on partnered projects, research partnerships, innovation and entrepreneur collaborations.

Industry advisory groups, mentoring, speaking and guest lecturing, participating in careers fairs, prizes and scholarship, and use of venues and facilities.

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.