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Gain work experience and earn transferable college credit

Work Experience Education is offered as a credit course: One semester unit of credit will be awarded for every 54 hours of work experience. Applies to both paid and unpaid work experience. Students will earn up to 4 unites of credit per semester.

Earn Academic Credits as You Work

Number of UnitsMinimum Hours Required
154
2108
3162
4216

Student Benefits

  • Earn academic credit and gain work experience in your major or career pathway.
  • Build your resume and demonstrate hands-on experience.
  • Learn valuable skills required for the workforce.
  • Develop a professional network and make industry connections.
  • Clarify career goals.
  • Increase opportunities for employment.

Student Steps to Prepare for WEE

  • Prior to enrolling in the course, schedule a meeting with a WEE instructor from your program of study. The instructor will provide an overview of WEE requirements, determine units of credit, develop student learning objectives, and establish timeline for employer site visits.
  • Complete WEE Student Learning Objectives form.
  • Employer completes the WEE Employer Agreement Form and Department of Labor (DOL) Fact Sheet #71 form.

Once you have completed steps 1 and 2, submit the WEE Intake Form.

Student will receive CRN and an Add Authorization Code (AAC) to enroll in the course from the department staff or instructor.

Congratulations on obtaining a WEE internship!

Wee Student FAQs

Yes, inquire with the WEE office for assistance. Contact: ivc-wee@ivc.edu

Yes, inquire with the WEE office for assistance. Contact: ivc-wee@ivc.edu

While placement is not guaranteed, there are resources available to assist you in seeking an internship.

Career Center
The IVC Career Center guides students through career development, exploring majors, job search and internship opportunities to prepare for success in the workforce.

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Looking for a job or internship? Connect with employers and companies through Handshake. Find job and internship positions in several industries.

IVC Economic & Workforce Development (EWD)
Irvine Valley College fosters economic and workforce development through strategic partnerships with business, community-based organizations and educational networks. EWD is an integral component of Irvine Valley College and committed to responding to the workforce needs within the Orange County region connecting students to employment and internship opportunities.

There are various program and government eligibility requirements. Verify with the Financial Aid office prior to WEE enrollment.

International students must meet additional federal requirements and program approvals. Inquire with the International Students program for more details and assistance.

No, you are unable to make any changes to your WEE credits.

It is strongly recommended that students enroll in the number of units of credit that will be positively achievable. If you are unable to meet the required WEE hours to successfully complete the course, contact your WEE instructor immediately.

Contact your WEE instructor immediately. If you decide to drop the course, it is your responsibility to initiate and complete the withdrawal procedure.