LWEP Program Overview & FAQs
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Program Overview
To maximize students' potential for success in their professional lives, Loyola requires all juniors and seniors to participate in the Loyola Work Experience Program (LWEP), the first program of its kind in the metro Detroit area. As an integral part of Loyola’s academic curriculum, LWEP provides students the opportunity to apply personal and professional skills in real-world work environments. At the same time, the program helps students take on a portion of their educational expenses, fostering financial responsibility.
Details of the program include:
- Work Schedule: Juniors and seniors work one day each week, plus one Friday per month, in entry-level clerical positions at law and accounting firms, manufacturers, and other service providers. These employers are referred to as LWEP sponsors.
- Financial Contribution: Students contribute their earnings to LWEP to help close the gap between tuition fees and the actual cost of their education.
- Team Structure: Each team of four students shares a full-time position. Each student works one day a week (Monday–Thursday) and one Friday per month.
- Part-Time Options: Part-time positions are also available for one, two, or three days a week.
- Program Administration: LWEP manages all payroll services, including W-4 forms, worker’s compensation, FICA, and other payroll-related matters, for a flat program fee.
- Sponsor Fees: To help us in our mission of educating Men for Others, Men for Detroit. For questions on sponsor fees, please contact our LWEP Director at [email protected].
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The program typically begins the Tuesday after Labor Day and runs until the last day of school, which normally occurs in May.
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Yes. The Loyola Work Experience Program provides a summer training session, that includes an overview of the program policies & procedures, resume prep, mock interviews, communication, public speaking, & workplace etiquette.
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Students are assigned to their worksite based on the needs of each partner & position. However, we take into consideration the student’s interests and skill sets as well, to assist in finding the best fit for both the partners and students.
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No. Students are assigned an LWEP work day on their class schedule, which is strictly designated for work during the school day. LWEP is an official required class and students receive a grade based on their work attendance, engagement, & performance.
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LWEP staff, in consultation with the Sponsor, supervises students. The LWEP Director works directly with each student and sponsor in all supervisory matters.
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The LWEP Drivers provide transportation for students to and from their worksites.
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Students are allowed to work over breaks and holidays. LWEP continues to provide transportation. The Sponsor pay LWEP a per diem rate. After deducting the transportation costs, LWEP turns this compensation over to the student. Additionally, juniors can work the summer before their senior year.
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Students typically report to work in their school uniform which consists of dress/khaki pants, dress/polo shirt, dress/casual shoes, belt and tie (optional). Students’ attire can also be adjusted as needed depending on the specific circumstances of the Loyola Work Experience Partner’s work site.
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For more information, please contact:
- LWEP Director, Kimberly Jenkins: 313-861-2407, ext. 526 [email protected]
- or LWEP Manager, Fred Adams: 313-861-2407, ext. 527 [email protected]
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Our LWEP Team
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Kimberly Jenkinskjenkinsloyolahsdetroit.orgLWEP Director -
Fred Adamsfadamsloyolahsdetroit.orgLWEP Manager
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