The University of West Alabama is offering an experiential learning opportunity for employers in the fitness and wellness industry to collaborate with students from the Exercise Science program. This course focuses on providing students with real-world experience in fitness/wellness settings, where they will work under the supervision of qualified professionals. The learners will assist with a variety of tasks, including fitness assessments, exercise program development, client monitoring, and wellness coaching. Through this hands-on experience, students aim to build critical competencies in client interaction, fitness program design, professional communication, and data analysis, which are essential for a successful career in exercise science. Employers who partner with the Exercise Science program will benefit from having motivated and knowledgeable students contribute to their fitness or wellness programs. The students will assist with client assessments, workout plans, fitness classes, and more, while learning from real-world situations. Employers will be expected to provide regular communication, mentorship, and feedback to the students, helping them grow professionally while also contributing to the goals of the organization. At the conclusion of the experience, students will present their findings and recommendations through a final presentation, offering insights into the projects they’ve worked on.

The University of West Alabama invites you to partner with our Advertising Agency Management course, where students are trained to function as part-time employees in a dynamic advertising agency setting. Our learners possess skills in graphic design, web design, social media, photography, animation, and video production, all aimed at addressing real-world client needs. Throughout this course, students will enhance their abilities in branding, marketing, and public relations, culminating in the development of a professional web portfolio. As an employer, your role will include maintaining regular communication with our students, providing guidance and all necessary project-related information, and participating virtually in the final presentations. Constructive feedback on their work is essential to help students refine their skills and deliver outstanding results.

The University of West Alabama invites employers to collaborate with final-year Environmental Sciences students through our immersive 12-week internship program. This Experience is designed for learners who have completed their core coursework and are ready to apply their academic knowledge to real-world environmental challenges. Students aim to build practical skills in research, sustainability, policy analysis, and community engagement. Through this collaboration, students will gain hands-on experience and enhance their professional skills, contributing valuable insights to your organization. Employers are expected to maintain regular communication with the students, provide necessary guidance and information, and approve the final report. Constructive feedback on the student's performance is also required to help them refine their skills and knowledge.

Project Summary:  Looking to elevate your organization, and bring it to the next level? Bring on learners from the University of West Alabama to be your learner-consultants, in a project-based experience. Learners will work on one main project over the experience of the semester, connecting with you as needed with virtual communication tools. Learners in this program/experience opportunities for practical experience in a professional field setting.