Career Education Resources

Work Experience (WEX) allows grade 10-12 students in the Cowichan Valley School District to earn graduation credits for paid and unpaid work with a local employer. Students will have an 80 to 170-hour placement with employers as entry-level employees and/or job shadows.

Benefits for Employers:

• Getting unpaid or paid student workers
• Accessing students who are eager to gain experience
• Working with the next generation of employees
• Developing rapport with students, schools and the community
• Testing out potential workers with the opportunity to hire them

Employer Responsibilities:

• Having active WorkSafe BC coverage for employees
• Understanding the WAVE course and process
• Interviewing students and signing documents
• Supervising and mentoring students
• Providing safe and meaningful work

Benefits for Students:

• Exploring career options
• Learning by doing, hands on experiences
• Transitioning from school to work
• Gaining confidence in an area of interest
• Establishing a professional network
• Getting experience in real workplaces

Want to learn more?

• If you are a highschool student, contact you Career Facilitator at your highschool for more details and proper application

• If you are an employer, reach out to our District Career staff at  careereducation@sd79.bc.ca