WIL Career Fair - Employer, Alumni & Public Registration

March 10 2026, 11 am - 2 pm

It's time for VIU's annual Work-integrated Learning(WIL) Career Fair!

Meet skilled, service-oriented students ready to contribute to your organization at VIU's WIL Career Fair for Hospitality, Tourism, Recreation, Culinary, and Baking programs.

This targeted Work-integrated ;earning career fair is designed to connect employers with students seeking hands-on learning experiences, including co-ops, practicums, internships, and part-time or seasonal roles. Students attending are actively preparing to enter customer-facing, fast-paced, and experience-driven industries-and are eager to apply their skills in real-world settings.

By participating, you can:

  • Recruit students for WIL placements, seasonal roles and entry-level positions
  • Build a reliable talent pipeline for high-demand service industries
  • Increase brand visibility among students trained for hospitality and experiential sectors
  • Engage directly with students who are motivated, career-focused, and workforce-ready

Whether you're preparing for peak season, expanding your team, or investing in future talent, this WIL Career Fair offers an efficient and impactful way to connect with students aligned to your industry.

Sponsorship options are available! 

Highlight your organization across the event by choosing to be an event sponsor.  Explore employer ticket options to learn about sponsorship packages.

Current employers registered to attend:

Chartwell Retirement Residences
Cold Front Gelato
Fairmont Empress
Marriott Hotels of Canada
Moments Hospitality Collective
Old Town Bakery
Smor Scandinavian Bakery
TIA Yukon
Wild Poppy Market

Date and Time:
March 10 2026, 11 am - 2 pm
Attendance: In-person
Location: Nanaimo campus
Building: Cafeteria (Building 300)

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