Frequently Asked
Questions

The participating organization should offer a rewarding workplace experience for the student which includes the tools they need to do the work/tasks assigned to them. The common work-place tools of trade: a workspace, suitable equipment and appropriate mentoring and supervision. The organization is not required to pay any money to the student placed.

When an organization mentors a student, the benefits are immense. The business/organisation has extra pairs of hands available immediately to be engaged in your projects, events and campaigns. The full-time staff who mentor the student will learn valuable management skills. Needless to say, you will be aiding to improve the quality of graduates available to your industry.

Victoria University WIL programme is unique. Our students are available throughout the year. We request for 2-3 days a week 8am-5pm which translates to 16-24 hours a week. Victoria University WIL department (GRIP) and specific faculties will work with your organization for suitable days of the week that is convenient to the organization, the student and the university faculty supervisor.

In collaboration with Faculty staff and Victoria University WIL department, a student work plan will be created. Supervision and reporting will be needed and the work plan should dictate the amount of time your staff needs to be involved.

ZERO. The student is undertaking a real-life study experience. There is no cost expected from you. All motivational arrangements will be a consideration between you and the student. Victoria University only insists that it should be genuine, well deserved and meritorious.