Abstract: This study explores ways to enhance partnerships within work-integrated learning (WIL) by identifying challenges faced by supervisors of placement students (e.g., co-op, internship, etc.).  It builds upon the current literature, which is underdeveloped, small in scale and focuses on particular industries or regions. The results highlight perspectives beyond the dominant English literature by synthesizing the findings from over a decade of studies conducted worldwide in English and Norwegian. Further, the study identifies common themes across regions, disciplines, and forms of WIL. Thus, HEIs will find the discoveries presented valuable, helping to pinpoint the types of resources most needed to strengthen industry partnerships, an essential element of quality education for all.