Step-by-step guides
Your Implementation Roadmap
Now that you understand the outsourced digital internship model and its proven success factors, it’s time to turn knowledge into action.
The following checklists provide step-by-step guides to help you successfully implement a WIL programme tailored to your organisation’s needs and context.
Use these practical tools to navigate each phase of programme development, from initial planning through to sustainable operations.
Notes for Using This Toolkit:
Adapt timelines based on your organisation’s capacity and market conditions
Some actions can run in parallel to accelerate implementation
Regular review meetings should assess progress against this checklist
Update the responsible persons based on your actual organisational structure
Getting Started: Your Next Steps
A supported, structured work-integrated learning environment gives young people the space to build skills and confidence, while offering businesses a sustainable way to build a digital talent pipeline that is:
Immediate Actions (This Month)
- Assess your readiness using the self-assessment tool above
- Research your local market to understand employer demand
- Connect with potential partners who might support your launch
- Begin financial planning using the cost estimates provided
Short-term Goals (Next 3 Months)
- Develop your business plan including financial projections
- Secure initial funding for startup costs
- Begin employer engagement to validate demand
- Start building your team with key leadership roles
Medium-term Goals (Next 6 Months)
- Finalise legal structure and compliance requirements
- Secure office space and set up operations
- Launch pilot programme with first employer and cohort
- Refine processes based on initial experience
Step-by-step guide
Implementation Checklist:
Your Step-by-Step Guide
Implementation Checklist: Your Step-by-Step Guide
Legal and Compliance Considerations
Contract Management Essentials
Essential contract elements:
Clear service level agreements
Intellectual property protections
Confidentiality requirements
Performance standards
Payment terms and conditions
Early termination clauses