Experiential learning means learning by doing. It’s about gaining knowledge, building skills, and discovering more about yourself through hands-on experiences and reflection. At Laurier, experiential learning is a key part of how we teach and support you.
Our Career Development and Experiential Learning programs offer a wide range of opportunities for you to apply your knowledge, develop new skills and make meaningful impact.
Rely on the Career Centre to provide you with programs and resources you need to be real-world ready and start your career after your time at Laurier.
The Co-op Office is your central resource and support to gain meaningful, paid experience in a workplace relevant to your academic and personal goals.
Community and Workplace Partnerships supports curricular experiential learning within a course by helping you gain real-world experience outside the traditional classroom.
Make the most of your time by taking advantage of all that Laurier has to offer. Explore the Experience and Career Guides to discover experiential learning activities that work well with your program and support your career development.
Navigator is Laurier’s online system for experiential learning and career development and is the home of your Laurier Experience Record.
Explore opportunities to make positive impact in your community and beyond, create innovative solutions to real-world problems, take entrepreneurial action to drive meaningful change and collaborate with others who share your passion for making a difference.
Learn about changemaking, try out your new skills, and then do it.
Discover on-campus employment opportunities through experiential learning programs or departments hiring for the summer and during the academic year.
Leadership and volunteer opportunities are an integral part of your Laurier experience. We connect you rewarding volunteer positions where you can develop meaningful skills at local organizations.
