Work-integrated Learning - Business, Economics and Law
As a student in the Business, Economics and Law (BEL) Faculty, you can gain hands-on experience that counts towards your degree through Work-integrated Learning (WIL) internships and consultancy projects.
These electives boost your employability by developing:
- professional networks and industry insights
- an awareness of workplace culture and expectations
- experiences for your CV/job application
- transferable skills for a multitude of positions.
Who can apply?
To be eligible for a work placement, you must:
- have an elective course available in your program plan (this will be in the second-last or final year of your program)
- maintain a minimum overall GPA of 4.
Placement options
Internships
120 hours of hands-on experience in your field of study with a host organisation.
Industry consultancy projects
Work with other students and an industry partner either online or on campus.
Book a WIL consult
You can find upcoming Work-integrated Learning Group Consults on StudentHub.
Not eligible for a course‑credit placement?
While paid or credit bearing WIL is strongly encouraged, if you are looking to take unpaid work experience outside of your coursework.
Contact us
Book a consult with a WIL Advisor
employability@bel.uq.edu.au
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