SIWES Unit

Directorate of Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES)

The Directorate of Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) of Osun State University is dedicated to preparing students for the modern labour market through practical industrial training and professional exposure.

Through the Students’ Work Experience Programme (SWEP) and SIWES initiatives, the Directorate enables students to acquire practical industrial skills, professional competencies and entrepreneurial knowledge necessary for career success within Nigeria and internationally.

HOD

Director, SIWES

YAKUBU Samuel .

Professor

COLLEGE OF MGT & SOC. SCI. • GEOGRAPHY & RES. MGT

Vision

To ensure that Osun State University students acquire practical technical and entrepreneurial skills through SWEP and SIWES programmes, making them globally competitive and capable of creating sustainable enterprises.

Key Achievements

Programme Implementation

  • Successful completion of SIWES and SWEP programmes.
  • Continuous preparation and supervision of SIWES programmes.
  • Implementation of SWEP I and SWEP II across relevant programmes.

Digital Administration

  • Online registration and payment for SIWES and SWEP programmes.
  • Secure customized e-logbook system for students.
  • Online monitoring of student industrial attachment activities.

24/7 Student Access

  • Round-the-clock mobile access to Directorate services.
  • Communication through SMS, phone and online platforms.
  • Reduced need for physical visits by students.

Agricultural Enterprise Initiative

  • Collaboration with the College of Agriculture, Ejigbo.
  • Retention of agriculture students on campus during SIWES.
  • Development of agro-allied enterprise opportunities.
  • Contribution to University Internally Generated Revenue (IGR).

Strategic Projection

The Directorate continues to strengthen the delivery of SWEP and SIWES programmes through improved digital administration, strategic industry partnerships and enhanced entrepreneurial training. These initiatives support the mission of Osun State University to produce highly skilled graduates capable of contributing meaningfully to national and global development.

Staff Directory

OGUNDIPE, Oluwabunmi Theresa

Supervisor

07037419397

Mrs. E. O. Okeyale

Principal Confidential Secretary II

08033667907

Mrs Temitope O. Ojoniyi, FCA

Chief Accountant

08033960958

Mrs. S. T. Ajibola

Mechanic / Driver

07039777720