Position: Manager, Work Integrated Learning
Location: London, ON
Position Type: Full-time, 3-year renewable contract
Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Hiring Range: $74,800 - $93,551
Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 16th, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST
About Ivey Business School:
We acknowledge that Ivey Business School is located on the traditional lands of the Anishinaabek, Haudenosaunee and the Lūnaapéewak, on lands connected with the Dish with One Spoon Covenant Wampum between the Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee and the London Township and Sombra Treaties of 1796.
With this, we respect the longstanding relationships that Indigenous Nations have to this land, as they are the original caretakers. We acknowledge historical and ongoing injustices that Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) endure in Canada, and we accept responsibility as a public institution to contribute toward revealing and correcting miseducation as well as renewing respectful relationships with Indigenous communities through our teaching, research and community service.
Ivey Business School (www.ivey.ca) at Western University (www.uwo.ca) is Canada’s leading provider of real-world, case-based business education. Drawing on extensive research and business experience, Ivey’s faculty provides the best classroom experience, equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and capabilities they need to confidently take on today’s leadership challenges and opportunities through Case-Method Learning. Ivey offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs, as well as Executive Education at campuses in London, Toronto, and Hong Kong.
The Career Management team at Ivey is committed to redefining the journey from education to employment. By embracing a forward-thinking approach, we are transforming how students prepare for their future careers and influence the recruitment narrative around Ivey talent. Our dedication goes beyond traditional career preparation; we ensure students develop the skills and knowledge they need to stand out in the recruitment process and navigate their careers over the long term.
We actively collaborate with corporate recruiters, providing tailored, data-driven strategies to connect them with our uniquely talented graduates. This ensures Ivey students are not only ready for today's jobs but are adaptable leaders prepared to navigate and influence future industry trends. Our approach cultivates a mindset in students that transcends job titles, viewing their careers as opportunities to address the critical issues facing organizations and society, keeping Ivey talent at the forefront of evolving market demands.
Position Overview:
As the Manager, Work Integrated Learning (WIL) at Ivey Business School, you will be at the forefront of delivering transformative experiential learning for students across three distinct initiatives: the HBA Co-op, the MSc Business Analytics Internship, and the MBA Internship. Reporting to the Director, Corporate Recruiting, you will serve as the lead for internship delivery - managing all aspects of program administration, student support, employer liaison, recruitment logistics, academic coordination and compliance.
This role requires a highly organized, relationship-oriented professional who thrives in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment, exercises sound judgement, and is committed to continuous improvement of student and employer experiences year over year.
You will also delegate recurring administrative tasks to a part-time Program Assistant.
Qualifications:
1. Program Operations & Student Experience
- Provide leadership in the end-to-end delivery of internship programs, ensuring students are well-supported and program requirements are met.
- Develop and execute program timelines, materials, and student onboarding processes, ensuring consistency across cohorts.
- Oversee cyclical student communications throughout the internship lifecycle, including preparation, recruitment, employment, and completion.
- Provide managerial guidance to students on program requirements, timelines, and job search strategies, liaising with the Career Coaching team for additional support.
- Monitor student progress and internship outcomes, proactively addressing gaps in documentation or milestone completion.
- Coordinate key milestones such as application deadlines, interviews, offer acceptances, and internship start dates.
- Delegate cyclical tasks to the part-time Program Assistant and provide oversight to ensure timely completion.
2. Employer Engagement & Recruitment Process
- In close collaboration with the Corporate Recruiting team, build and manage relationships with corporate partners and lead all aspects of the internship experience with the corporate partners.
- Act as the primary liaison for corporate partners post-internship, ensuring a positive employer experience.
- Collaborate with the Career Management operations team on the internship posting process, helping to ensure postings are accurate, inclusive, and aligned with program standards.
- Provide ongoing support and communication to internship supervisors and students throughout the internship cycle, proactively addressing questions, resolving issues, and ensuring a positive and successful internship experience.
3. Program Evaluation & Continuous Improvement
- Lead efforts to evaluate internship programs and identify opportunities for enhancement.
- Design and administer evaluation processes for students and employers, collecting feedback on program effectiveness.
- Collaborate with Career Management’s Data Insights and Analyst team member to analyze feedback and outcomes to inform continuous improvement initiatives.
- Coordinate post-cycle debriefs with internal teams, identifying lessons learned and planning for future cohorts.
- Collaborate with marketing teams to highlight student success stories and enhance program visibility.
4. Academic & Faculty Coordination
- Collaborate with faculty and academic teams to integrate internships into the curriculum and ensure alignment with academic standards.
- Partner with Faculty Directors and Program Directors to align program components with academic deliverables, including syllabi, assignments, and evaluation criteria.
- Maintain and update course materials and learning platform content for internship-related courses.
- Lead weekly educational sessions for MSc BA students (Friday classes), including logistics, guest/alumni outreach, and moderated discussions.
- Administer mid-term and end-of-term supervisor evaluation surveys, compiling results for faculty review.
- Ensure students complete academic deliverables related to their internships; flag concerns to academic teams as needed.
5. International Student & Compliance Support
- Ensure international students can participate in internships without disruption by managing regulatory compliance and permit processes.
- Prepare work permit support letters for international students; respond to requests promptly.
- Collaborate with Western International to ensure international students have access to all requisite information (e.g., visa-permit requirements, timelines, and processes).
- Ensure work permit submissions and application statuses are tracked, and delegate reminders and follow-up as needed.
- Maintain accurate records of student eligibility, documentation status, and permit submissions.
Candidates must be willing and able to travel for a minimum of five days per month as part of this role.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Human Resources, Education, or related discipline); Master’s degree preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in program management, student services, or corporate relations
- Proven track record in managing complex, multi-stakeholder programs with cyclical components
Skills & Abilities
- Proficiency with learning management systems (e.g., Learn or Canvas) for program administration.
- Experience with recruitment platforms 12Twenty to manage internships, student applications, and employer engagement.
- Strong organizational abilities to manage complex, multi-stakeholder programs effectively.
- Advanced verbal communication skills for liaising with corporate partners, faculty, staff, and students.
- Analytical skills for evaluating program feedback and outcomes to inform continuous improvement.
- Proven relationship-development skills to effectively and enthusiastically persuade employers to participate in Ivey’s WIL programming.
- Demonstrated desire to take initiative to identify new opportunities and iterate programs.
- Professional, clear, and persuasive written communication skills.
- Proven ability to analyze and interpret information to make sound recommendations.
- Effective utilization of AI tools as a research and problem-solving partner, leveraging AI to analyze program data, generate insights, and streamline operations such as communication workflows, recruitment strategies, and feedback analysis.
- Proficiency in relevant software tools (e.g., MS Office, 12Twenty, Qualtrics, LinkedIn)
- Knowledge of co-op work permit processes and compliance requirements (preferred)
What We Offer:
- A collaborative and engaging work culture
- Opportunity to join a community of people-focused professionals
- Market competitive compensation with annual increases available
- Generous benefits package with employer-paid premiums, including a comprehensive Health and Dental Plan, Health Care Spending Account, short- and long-term disability programs, no waiting period required.
- Enhanced mental health benefits coverage and resources.
- Life and AD&D insurance for you and your family.
- Out-of-country travel insurance.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- Pregnancy and Parental top-up leave program.
- A generous group retirement savings plan with 7.5% employer contributions.
- Vacation starting at 15 days per year plus 2 paid Ivey Personal Days.
- Paid time off during the School’s December holiday closure.
- Numerous campus-wide arts, culture, and sport events.
- Supports for professional development and career progression opportunities.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at Ivey
Ivey Business School is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Please explore Ivey’s EDI homepage for more information on Ivey's commitment to EDI, to read about Ivey’s progress in the EDI Update, and to meet Ivey’s EDI Advisory Council members.Ivey Business School invites applications from all qualified individuals. Ivey is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace, and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodation
Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Please contact us at [email protected] to notify us of any needs related to completing the job application, and/or throughout the recruitment process.
Artificial Intelligence
AI-supported tools may be used in parts of the selection process to help evaluate applications; however, our HR system itself does not include any AI functionality. All hiring decisions are made by people.
Application:
If you're excited about joining Canada's leading business school and meet the qualifications, please submit your resume and cover letter via the Ivey Careers page by the application deadline.
*Please note only selected candidates will be contacted.
