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Applied Learning at Wichita State

Get information about Wichita State, personalized for your career goals

Get information about Wichita State, personalized for your career goals

Applied Learning is simply applying what you've learned — and at Wichita State it's a big part of what we do. In fact, every degree we offer has an applied learning or research experience built-in. As a Shocker, you'll work side by side with established professionals, building contacts, confidence and a strong resume before graduation.

Applied learning for current students

At WSU, we have career development resources for virtually all of your employment-related needs. From help discovering—and landing—your dream job to limitless applied learning, cooperative education and internship opportunities, WSU offers a wide range of career tools focused on your future success.

Beyond the classroom, beyond the campus

Thanks to our location in Kansas' largest city, Wichita State removes the barrier between classroom and applied learning in ways others can't. Our vast partnerships in virtually every industry provide students with diverse opportunities to train like professionals—while still in school.

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THE COLLEGE TOUR

Internships and Applied Learning

Wichita State’s applied learning model gives students real-world experience through internships, research, and industry partnerships. With hands-on opportunities in every major, Shockers graduate with the skills, connections, and confidence to succeed in their careers.

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Applied learning impact *

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  • $
    39
    million+

    Students earned $39 million+ in wages in 2024-25

  • 800

    Applied Learning Placements at more than 800 employers

  • 12,000

    Students worked in more than 12,000 positions in 2024-35 inside the classroom

* Numbers above include paid and unpaid on- and off-campus postions; co-op/internships; and applied learning experiences

Opportunities for employers

Wichita State is always on the lookout for new and innovative partnerships that benefit students, industry and the community. From providing internships for our students to conducting research on our campus, Wichita State has the people, resources and opportunities to help your organization achieve new heights.

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Applied Learning stories

Shocker Career Accelerator matches students with work opportunities

Lauryn McIntyre is learning how to build a brand that helps HSI Wealth Strategies get the word out to people in the aviation industry that HSI understands their financial needs.

“Very pilot-centric, very pilot-focused,” she said. “I’ve learned a lot about the aviation industry in my time there.”

McIntyre, a Wichita State University senior, worked with a designer to create an HSI logo that invokes aviation. She also organizes HSI’s marketing plan, networks with pilots and updates the website to highlight the firm’s expertise.

“It has helped me put marketing strategy in a real-world perspective,” she said. “I really had to, essentially, trust myself. Here, you’re going to get from point A to point B on your own.”

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