Access our student talent

Partner with us to advance your organisation

We understand that your organisation has unique needs that require tailored solutions. We offer centrally managed Work Integrated Learning internships and referrals to specific schools and programs.

To start a discussion about your needs, please email us on: employabilityteam@ecu.edu.au

Benefits to your organisation

We can:

research your business challenges and provide solutions and new ideas via talented student interns

provide cross-functional solutions for your business by accessing students from different study disciplines

identify new talent development opportunities for your organisation.

What is Work Integrated Learning (WIL)?

WIL provides our industry partners with the opportunity to access student talent across a broad range of disciplines and courses. WIL students connect with industry and community members as part of their university studies through work-based (internships, placements), virtual or on-campus (projects, consultancies) opportunities.

How it works

Step 1 – You contact us

Step 2 – We discuss your requirements

Step 3 – We liaise with ECU’s Schools on your behalf

Step 4 – We collaborate on student recruitment

Step 5 – We jointly support students during placement

Schools and study disciplines

We take a whole-of-university approach to explore student partnership opportunities that suit your organisation. For more specific information about student skill and talent areas, please review our Schools and their study disciplines.

Arts and Humanities

Explore our Arts and Humanities study areas

Includes disciplines as diverse as Art and Design, Psychology and Criminology, Media and Communications and Social Science and Social Work.

Business and Law

Explore our Business and Law study areas

Includes disciplines such as Accounting and Finance, Law, Project Management and Logistics, HR, Hospitality and Tourism, Marketing and Event Management and more.

Education

Explore our Education study areas

Includes studies in Early Childhood, Primary and Secondary education.

Engineering

Explore our Engineering study areas

Includes traditional disciplines such as Civil, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, as well as unique studies in Aviation, Renewable Energy, Motorsports, Maritime Engineering and more.

Medical and Health Sciences

Explore our Medical and Health Sciences study areas

Includes a diverse range of disciplines, including Exercise and Sports Science, Biomedical Science, Neuro Rehab, Paramedicine, Nutrition, OH&S, Public Health and many more.

Nursing and Midwifery

Explore our Nursing and Midwifery study areas

Includes studies in Nursing and a unique dual degree in Nursing and Midwifery.

Science

Explore our Science study areas

Includes traditional disciplines like Biology, Mathematics and Chemistry, or emerging areas like Counter Terrorism, Sustainability, Cyber Security, Data Science or Environmental Management.

WA Academy of Performing Arts

Explore WAAPA study areas

Includes a range of performing arts like Music, Drama, Music Theatre and Dance, or go behind-the-scenes in Production and Design, Costume, Lighting, Arts Management and more.

Case studies

Case study 1: Work Integrated Learning

Work Integrated Learning allows students like Claudia to apply the knowledge and practical skills developed in the classroom in a way that is directly relevant to their study area.

WIL practical placements typically include a 13-week semester in a workplace or can be project-based, helping businesses solve problems.

Case study 2: Internship model

ECU's collaboration with IBM gives students like Aryana an opportunity to complete a paid internship during their studies and a possible employment offer when they graduate.

They get first-hand experience on meaningful work within a large consulting firm, while undertaking professional development and networking with industry professionals.

Contact us

Our employability project team are specialists with a strong understanding of university-wide capabilities and disciplines.