Work-Based Learning Program
"I learned a lot about effective communication and how to be a part of a team [...] I think these skills will continue to benefit me as I go through new experiences." Natalia Sabato, City Attorney Intern
"I was able to learn new transferable skills in a short period of time at BSN Engineering. I plan to utilize my newly developed skills in my next job and school." Asael Garcia, Jr., BSN Engineering Intern
"I learned the motto "get to work, work hard, and never stop working until the job is done"...I just thought that was super positive." Faith Anderson, La Fonda on the Plaza Intern
Faith Anderson, La Fonda Intern
About Work-Based Learning
Work-based learning (WBL) is a structured internship program that collaboratively engages local high-value employers and SFPS high schools offering junior and senior students quality internship, job-shadow and mentorship experiences.
Two Internship Cohorts A Year
Summer: June 1 to July 31
School Year: Mid-October to April 30
Student Intern Benefits
Participation in a “boot camp”-style soft skills training pre-internship.
Participants learn about professionalism, work ethic, effective communication, teamwork and problem-solving.
Résumé Builder, Email Etiquette and Interview Skills Training.
Interns gain a broad range of transferable skills with hands-on training in a desired career field.
Participants earn academic credit.
Application of classroom knowledge and skills to real world situations.
Opportunities to connect and network with general managers and CEOs of high paying careers.
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Business Partner and Community Benefits
Access to a range of talented and motivated high school students, resulting in filling job vacancies and the creation of a future workforce pipeline at zero-wage labor expense.
Fresh perspectives and problem-solving skills to the workforce, providing opportunities for innovative business development.
The ability to “give back” to their community by investing time to train and mentor our next generation.
Paid Internship / Elective Credit Info
Paid Internship: $14.60/hr
Elective Credit: Academic Career Experience (ACE)
Participating High Schools: SFHS, CHS, DSA, ECO, ATC
Student interns are covered with:
Worker Compensation Insurance
Student Blanket Accident Insurance
Contact
Jose Villarreal, Work-Based Learning Coordinator
