As a Georgian student, you have the opportunity to practise what you learn in the classroom in real-world environments through work-integrated learning experiences (WIL). WIL experiences help you build confidence and the skills you need to succeed in your placements and post-graduation.

Did you know that almost all Georgian programs offer formal work-integrated learning experiences? Sasha Pratt, a recent Veterinary Technician grad, was able to secure her dream job thanks to her clinical placement.

Georgian is offering a new bursary for students pursuing unpaid work-integrated learning experiences that will cover traditionally unpaid WIL experiences.

David Boldyrev, a second-year Computer Programming student is recognized as the 2023 Co-op Student of the Year. David’s passion for computers and programming is driven by his desire to upgrade his knowledge and skills to progress in a dynamic field.

Marine Technology student, Brooke Herrington shares her co-op experience during National Co-operative Education (co-op) and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) month.

The COVID-19 pandemic has made some people rethink their career path, and this was certainly true for Beth Reynolds who graduated from Georgian’s Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant program on June 14. “During this time, I questioned if I wanted to sit behind a desk for the rest of […]

Meet Spencer Walton, Georgian’s 2022 Co-op Student of the Year.

At Georgian, we believe in the power of real-world opportunities — experiences that take you out of the classroom and immerse you in your industry. We can help you get experience as part of your program, so that you have the confidence and skills to succeed on the job. Here’s […]

Sarah Ortiz is a second-year Honours Bachelor of Counselling Psychology degree student who is passionate about changemaking. During Changemaker in Residency Week (CRW) taking place March 14 to 18,  she’ll be co-facilitating a session for students called How can I contribute to a more equitable, diverse and inclusive environment? She’s […]

Students, staff and faculty across Georgian love to give back to the community – and generosity is exceptionally high during the holiday season. Close to 40 second-year culinary students were busy prepping in the labs at the Barrie Campus this week, getting ready to serve a special holiday lunch – turkey with all […]

When Neh Thakkar, a second-year Computer Programming and Analysis student, wasn’t able to secure a summer co-op until halfway through his semester despite trying hard to get one, he heard about #ChangeTheNow, a summer co-op recovery alternative supported by Changemaker In Residency Week last July. “Anything related to innovation or […]

Brad Borutski was one of 1,896 Georgian graduates crossing the virtual convocation stage in October, and he did so with six weeks of full-time employment already under his belt. The 31-year-old Electrical Engineering Technology graduate was hired as an electrical designer at Gerrits Engineering Limited in Barrie where he did […]