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Employability
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Australia's future depends
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Welcome to WIL Australia!

 

We are the peak national organisation dedicated to connecting students with real-world work experiences. 

Think of us as the central hub for what is known as work-integrated learning, or "WIL"; for short. 

Our community is made up of universities, TAFEs, companies, and community groups from all across the country. Together, we work to ensure every student has the chance to participate in a valuable work experience as part of their education.

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INSTITUTIONS

44

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MEMBERS

2899

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GRANTS

$390,00

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SCHOLARSHIPS

$210,000

What is Work-Integrated Learning (WIL)?

 

Ever wondered how you get real-world experience before you even graduate? 

That’s where work-integrated learning, or WIL, comes in. At its heart, WIL is a simple but powerful idea: it’s about connecting what you learn in the classroom with practical, hands-on experience in a real workplace.

Choose your path in WIL

 

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ACADEMICS

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PROFESSIONALS

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INDUSTRY

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GOVERNMENT

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STUDENTS

 

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ACADEMIC CASE STUDIES

Improving competency-based assessment in WIL using programmatic assessment

Using participatory action research, we engaged stakeholders to redesign the competency-based assessment (CBA) for the WIL component of the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics. Stakeholders and academics collaborated in six workshops that evaluated current practices and redesigned WIL assessment in accordance with the principles of programmatic assessment

INDUSTRY CASE STUDIES

The Live Ideas Initiative

Live Ideas provides real-world opportunities for Southern Cross University students and staff to collaborate with community partners for mutual benefit. Partners submit project ideas via an online platform. Submissions are moderated by the University for value to student learning against 10 key impact areas.

STUDENT REFLECTIONS

Paramedic Placement in Ingham

In a far northern town with sparse resources available, it was eye opening to be a part of a small team to treat patients across a vast distance. When things went downhill, it truly is just you and your crew to use your skills, knowledge and problem solving skills to help and treat the patient. Working in a rural town enhances your learning environment, challenging you to think by yourself and pushing you out of your comfort zone

Guides and Toolkits

 

Discover proven approaches for building sustainable partnerships with small and micro businesses. This includes co-design tips, communication checklists, and success stories from across Australia.

Highlights & News

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Commonwealth Prac Payments

WIL Australia welcomes the new Commonwealth Prac Payments as a first, tangible step towards reducing the financial barriers for students undertaking practical work experiences, making WIL more accessible for everyone.

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Save the Date: 2026 WIL Australia National Conference

Mark your calendars for our next national conference in Adelaide. It’s a fantastic opportunity to learn from experts and meet people from across the WIL community.

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Unlocking the Potential of Generative AI in Work-Integrated Learning: Launch of new CRADLE resources

Join us online as the Centre for Research in Assessment and Digital Learning (CRADLE) and WIL Australia launch a new set of resources “Generative AI in Work-Integrated Learning: Considerations for University Staff, Students, and Industry Partners.”

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WIL Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands where we live, learn and work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of all First Nations people.

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