PPD

What is professional / industrial experience?

Professional or industrial experience is having skills, in this case graphic design, learning and working with an agency / home.

Professional - A person engaged or qualified in a profession, specified activity such as a sport or branch of the performing arts, as a main paid occupation rather than as a pastime.

Industrial - The study of equipment and buildings formerly used in industry.

Why is professional  / industrial experience important as part of PPD?


Getting experience in the industry is a great way to learn new skills as part of my personal and professional development as a graphic design student. I have done work in the past for a few companys, where i produced logos, invoice, headed and compliment papers. Front signage of the company's building and vehicle signage. I found this great experience as it teaches how you deal with different clients, their needs and technicality of final outcomes such as file format or printing.

How do you gain professional / industrial experience and what form does it take?


It is expected that students will learn a great deal while on internship. The learning may incorporate skills relating to technical issues, procedural norms, and personal development.   Students are reminded to maintain a professional attitude to ensure a successful experience for both the intern and the company.


http://www.pey.utoronto.ca/student/internship.htm

What should you aim to gain from professional / industrial experience? 

Student Information

 We are located at 45 Willcocks Street.

The Professional Experience Year (PEY) internship program allows students to apply their knowledge in a 12-16 months project-based professional internship. The length of the placement offers students enough time to be involved in large-scale projects, build relationships with employers and reach professional accomplishments and milestones. Students who elect to participate in the program make industry contacts, gain valuable career skills and obtain significant professional experience before graduation.

The PEY program is focused on the individual development of each student.  It is an intense program that requires commitment to participate in individual and group sessions.

You will develop skills in:

• articulating your experiences
• matching job requirements to your skills set
• preparing resumes and cover letters
• executing interviews

http://www.pey.utoronto.ca/student.htm