Fanshawe College
Fanshawe College
London, Ontario, Canada
Description

Fanshawe is a comprehensive college serving the greater London region by providing flexible learning arrangements and experiential education opportunities developed in response to labour market needs.

One of Ontario’s largest colleges - with four campuses in London, Simcoe, St. Thomas and Woodstock - Fanshawe serves close to half a million people with a promise to educate, engage, empower and excite.

We offer more than 200 degree, diploma, certificate and apprenticeship programs to 43,000 students each year, helping people unlock their potential and achieve success in a variety of disciplines including applied arts, business, health care, human services, hospitality and technology.

Fanshawe also plays an important role in providing re-skilling and skill upgrading opportunities for mature learners through the design and delivery of custom training for federally and provincially sponsored trainees, community organizations, sectoral training councils and private sector employers.

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Recent experiences

Paid

Co-op based Experience as Law Clerks (Summer 2025)

LCK2

Flexible

Virtual Project Opportunity: Bring on one or more student/(s) from Fanshawe College in the Law Clerk Co-op Endorsed Diploma to conduct a program-related project/Co-op based experience. Students will work on one or more projects of your choosing over the term, connecting with you as needed with virtual communication tools. The Law Clerks Co-op work term is sequenced for a 4 and 8 month Co-op. Students are available to engage in an employer-lead project/Co-op as early as May 5, 2025 and can continue as late as August 22, 2025. Full-time hours or slightly less is required and will be dependent on project scope and student availability. Student co-ops can occur in-person, hybrid or remote and will count towards a co-op credit. Co-ops must be remunerated.

Admin Betty Schoemaker
Matches 0
Category Law and policy + 1
Open Closing on May 28, 2025
Paid

Co-op based experience for Office Administration - Executive (Summer 2025)

OAE3

Flexible

Virtual Project Opportunity: Bring on one or more student/(s) from Fanshawe College in the Office Administration - Executive (OAE3) Co-op Endorsed Diploma to conduct a program-related project/Co-op based experience. The two year OAE Diploma program is designed to offer opportunities in a variety of office support disciplines. These students are equipped to work in diverse team settings, assist with projects and support, and contribute to business solutions. Students will work on one or more projects of your choosing over the term connecting with you as needed with virtual communication tools. The Co-op is sequenced for a 4 month Co-op experience. Students are available to engage in an employer-lead project/Co-op as early as May 5, 2025 and can continue as late as August 22, 2025 Full-time hours or slightly less are required and will be dependent on project scope and student availability. Student co-ops can occur in-person, hybrid or remote and will count towards a co-op credit.

Admin Betty Schoemaker
Matches 0
Category Leadership + 4
Open Closing on May 28, 2025
Paid

Co-op based Experience in Business - Management

Flexible

This experience is designed for learners who have developed a comprehensive understanding of business functions such as management, marketing, human resources, and accounting. Participants will apply their knowledge to real-world projects, focusing on data analysis, strategic planning, and operational execution. By engaging with industry professionals, learners will enhance their ability to assess organizational performance, develop business plans, and implement effective marketing and project management strategies. This experience aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical application in a business environment. The Business Commerce Co-op work term is sequenced for a 4 and 8 month Co-op. Students are available to engage in an employer-lead project/Co-op as early as  January 6, 2025 and can continue as late as August 22, 2025. Full-time hours or slightly less is required and will be dependent on project scope and student availability. Student co-ops can occur in-person, virtually or a hybrid and will count towards a co-op credit. Co-ops must be remunerated.

Admin Betty Schoemaker
Matches 0
Category Operations + 4
Open Closing on June 6, 2025
Paid

Co-op based Experience in Human Resources Management

Flexible

This experience is designed for learners who are developing a comprehensive understanding of business operations and strategic planning. Participants will apply their knowledge of functional business areas such as management, marketing, and human resources to real-world projects. They will utilize data analysis, financial reporting, and project management skills to assess and enhance organizational performance. Learners will also explore the influence of organizational culture and external factors on business success, and develop strategies that align with legal, ethical, and economic frameworks. The Human Resources Management Co-op work term is sequenced for a winter/summer Co-op (minimum 420 hours total). Students are available to engage in an employer-lead project/Co-op as early as  January 6, 2025 and can continue as late as August 22, 2025. Full-time hours or slightly less is required and will be dependent on project scope and student availability. Student co-ops can occur in-person, virtually or a hybrid and will count towards a co-op credit. Co-ops must be remunerated.

Admin Betty Schoemaker
Matches 0
Category Operations + 4
Open Closing on June 6, 2025

Latest feedback

Sylvia Kmiecik
President
May 5, 2025
Experience feedback
Thank you, Dr. Todd Kanik, Faculty of Business at the Lawrence Kinlin School of Business, Fanshawe College (London, ON), for taking the time to speak with me on February 3, 2024, before I officially launched my student venture on Riipen. Your guidance during that initial call was thoughtful and clear—especially in setting expectations for what students can and cannot do through the Riipen platform. You were transparent in explaining that student collaborators are not meant to implement or execute strategies, but rather focus on research, analysis, and strategy development. I truly appreciated that clarity, especially after having previously been involved in another Riipen project where boundaries weren’t so well defined. I currently have Fanshawe students working on my project (unpaid), and as a result, I’ve been lighter in my approach—sending out occasional invites to connect and setting up meetings when I’ve had the bandwidth to do so. So far, I haven’t received any deliverables or responses, and while that’s understandably disappointing, I know students have competing priorities and that unpaid projects may fall lower on the list. I’m still hopeful some of them might join me for a casual podcast episode where we can explore what’s on their minds—from societal issues to their own personal journeys. My main goal with this project was always to share my story—especially what happened to me at Sheridan College’s SIRT Centre, and to raise awareness about individuals like Howard Peart, whose professional history includes multiple industries, short tenures, and concerning gaps in employment. My earlier experience on Riipen, unfortunately, wasn’t as positive. I worked with Crystal Kruger Wong, who brought me on underpaid and overworked. It often felt like I was being treated as cheap labour, expected to perform at a high level without the appropriate support or compensation. On one occasion, she even forgot to pay me for a week—while away at the cottage with her family—at a time when my own family was struggling to put food on the table. That lack of accountability, paired with unclear direction and blurred emotional boundaries (I was often used as an unpaid “therapist” for personal venting sessions), made the working relationship unsustainable. I have since recognized that while Crystal may be passionate about the idea of running a business, her follow-through and intent around profitability, leadership, and structure have not been aligned. She often journaled aloud about trivial details—what she ate, when she showered, whether she’d go to school—and I found myself bearing the emotional burden of her indecision, all while trying to build her business for her. It was draining. At the same time Andrew was going through schizophrenia episodes and was in and out of the hospital and I was barely sleeping myself. In contrast, I’ve been working tirelessly on my own business—exploring different platforms, strategizing new ideas, and pushing forward each day. I am not relying on unpaid student labour to carry my business. That would be unethical, and frankly, a modern form of exploitation. True entrepreneurship requires resilience, accountability, and integrity—and I’m doing my best to live those values daily. With gratitude and reflection, Sylvia
Fanshawe College
Strategic Marketing and Marketing Plan - 2025 Winter
Fanshawe College
The Lady Instructor
Fundraising and Subscriber Growth Strategy for The Lady Instructor
The Lady Instructor
Vivian Polak
She / Her
CEO
April 29, 2025
Experience feedback
It has been an absolute pleasure working with Leigh-Ann Joseph on this office admininstration project. Leigh-Ann is organised, helpful, supportive, and she provided a well-trained, skilled student for me for the 4-week job placement. So many thanks - and I'd be delighted to take part in the experience again anytime!
Fanshawe College
Office Administrations Health Services (Medical) Work Placement
Fanshawe College
Benessere North (not-for-profit)
Email Marketing Project to Help Women Switch to Plant-Based eating for Best Health
Benessere North (not-for-profit)
Vern Raincock
Vern Raincock
Director
April 28, 2025
Experience feedback
We shared the results with Montana DoT and the work was insightful and will help form future project plans.
Fanshawe College
Quality Assurance Excellence Project
Fanshawe College
Integrated.Travel Research and Development
Helena Trench Feasibility Study
Integrated.Travel Research and Development