Undertaking WIL in an online environment offers different opportunities to develop and demonstrate professional skills that are in high demand in the workplace.
To make the most of the skills you have developed during your online WIL activity it is important to consider how you might communicate your achievements to potential employers. Research the types of skills that organisations in your industry look for and think about how your WIL experience has helped you to develop those skills.
Select each task below for an example of how you might communicate these skills to potential employers.
Completing an online task independently
Organisational skills
Attend meetings via video conference
Digital communication skills
Email your co-workers for help with an issue
Networking skills
Work with co-workers in different time zones
Time management skills
Learn to use a new software tool or app
Technology skills
Prepare a status report for your supervisor
Writing and communication skills
Undertaking WIL in an Online Environment
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