Students will have access to more on-the-job-training with this new funding from government
On June 6, the to support 13 post-secondary institutions, including ²ÝÁñ¶ÌÊÓƵ (VCC) to provide more opportunities to students to participate in work-integrated learning such as co-ops, internships, and practicums.
“Work-integrated learning helps future workers access the hands-on experience they need to launch their careers,” said Selina Robinson, Minister of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. “These placements give people valuable opportunities to apply what they learn in the classroom to real-world settings and benefit employers by having workers who they train and can become potential new employees.”
This investment is part of the StrongerBC: Future Ready Action Plan, which will give thousands of people the skills and opportunities they need to thrive and employers an improved ability to find the talent they need.
²ÝÁñ¶ÌÊÓƵhas a comprehensive work-integrated-learning program and partners with employers around the province to provide students with real-world work experience.
Find out more about VCC's work-integrated learning programs.