Benefits

By implementing or promoting a national or widespread WIL plan, we are contributing to enhancing the connection between education and industry in the U.S., similar to how co-op programs operate in countries like Canada and Germany. This plan can help expand these opportunities where traditional co-op models are less prevalent, making university curricula more aligned with workforce needs and increasing student employability upon graduation. In short, this WIL plan is a valuable approach to address the structural gaps in U.S. higher education’s work-integrated experiences. It's time to reform!