Work based learning

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By Application only

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Internship Program Coordinator:

Eric Gerber

Apprenticeship Coordinator:

Megan Tomas

CCRD Teacher:

Rodney Keller

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BENEFITS OF Work based Learning

1. Increase knowledge and experience about the real world and how it functions
2. Raise confidence
3. Explore new opportunities
4. Experience and knowledge about what you like and don’t like in different fields
5. High responsibility, effort and passion about a work experience
6. Critical Thinking
7. Time Management
8. Initiative
9. Strong work ethic
10. Adaptability
11. Better Communication Skills
12. New perspectives on job opportunities
13. Organizational skills (handing school, work, travel time, activities)
14. Grow and take chances
15. Learn about yourself

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College Career Readiness Development Program

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CCRD Coordinator

Rodney Keller

Room 1342

MCPS Career Seminar and Site Based Work Experience

The seminar class of the program focuses on preparing you for employment. You learn and develop professional skills that you need to have in the workplace. In the first semester we cover, the skills you need, focussing on a positive attitude, teamwork, leadership, communication, dressing for success, resolving conflicts and ethical behavior.

Second semester focuses on developing the knowledge and skills to manage your finances so that you set yourself up for the future to be financially successful.

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MCPS Site Based Work Experience

The site based work experience component is about applying the skills that you learn in seminar in the workplace. Students undertake paid employment at local businesses in and around the community. If you already have a paying job you can use this as your site based experience. The site based component will mean you will have that on your schedule and you are expected to leave the building during this time. The class is a credit bearing class, you get .05 credit for each semester.

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MCPS INTERNSHIP

A paid or unpaid career-focused work experience in fields such as business, government, social/public service, health care, education. The internship lasts a school year. A “peek” into careers! You receive school credit for the work experience - ok if not paid.

You want to search for a work-based learning experience that will add to your college resume! Something to be proud of!

Each career-related job you have, builds the skills that allow you to find a job in your field AND puts you ABOVE the rest of the applicants

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Objective:

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• The objective of the course is to give students real-world experience in a workplace setting where the students can explore career opportunities;

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• The job or internship is to be a learning experience and it is expected that the interns will receive mentoring on-the-job.

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Specialty Internships:

The following programs of study offer their own specialized Internship that should be secured prior to June 1, 2025:

• Academy of Finance
• Child Development
• Info Tech
• Allied Health
• Apprenticeships
• Restaurant Management
• Urban Alliance program

Places where Interns work:

BUSINESS:

• Insurance
• Real Estate
• Accounting
• Non-Profit Companies

HEALTH/MEDICAL CARE

Hospitals Red Cross

Doctor’s Offices

Dentist

Physical Therapy

Urgent Care Clinics

Senior Living Centers

Veterinary Clinics

EDUCATION/Child Development Program

• Elementary Schools
• Child Care Centers

PUBLIC SERVICE

• MC Circuit Court or County Council
• Police Department
• Fire & Rescue
• Law Offices

FOOD SERVICES

• Banquet Service/Country Clubs
• Restaurants

Places where students work:

BUSINESS:

• Car dealerships
• Translation Services
• Retail stores
• Non-Profit Companies

HEALTH/MEDICAL CARE

Dentist

Senior Living Centers

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EDUCATION/Child Development Program

• After School child care programs
• PAINT BRANCH (Single PD)- Approval required

PUBLIC SERVICE

• Recreation centers

FOOD SERVICES

• Restaurants
• Fast food restaurants

What are the Internship Requirements?

Submit a COMPLETE application

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You CANNOT just sign up for this on your course registration!

• Excellent attendance record.
• Be academically eligible with 2.0 GPA.
• Attend workshops to prepare for your job search.
• Conduct your own job search, securing a job by mid-August.
• You must provide your own transportation to and from work.

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What are the Internship Responsibilities?

Interns will be graded by the internship coordinator based on the following criteria (school credit for work experience for each period off):

• Attend a biweekly Seminar Class (points given)
• Complete weekly assignments
• Number of hours completed at worksite. (documenting hours on Naviance & Reflection assignments)
• Evaluation by worksite supervisor twice/year
• A serious attitude towards wanting to learn more about your chosen field.

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How many hours are required?

Work experience can be paid or unpaid.

3 Internship Periods (Periods 5,6,7)

3 hours/day; 15 hours/week; 225 hours/semester

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2 Internship Periods (Typically periods 6,7)

2 hours/day; 10 hours/week; 150 hours/semester

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1 Internship Period (Typically 7th pd)

1 hour/day or combined to multiple hours less days per week

5 hours/week; 75 hours/semester

• Time spent commuting to work does not count - Your day could be longer than a school day!
• Work hours are done during the week

Prerequisites and Requirements

• General Interns for Triple Period must have:
• secured a job or internship by June 1, 2025;
• this job or internship must be able to offer you 225 hours per semester for course credit (hours may begin after August 1 and can include holidays and weekends during the school year);
• this job or internship must be outside of the school building;
• General Interns for Double Period must have:
• secured a job or internship by June 1, 2025;
• this job or internship must be able to offer you 150 hours per semester for course credit (hours may begin after August 1 and can include holidays and weekends during the school year);
• this job or internship must be outside of the school building but may be in the building if it is part of a special PBHS program;
• General Interns for Single Period must have:
• secured a job or internship by September 1, 2025;
• this job or internship must be able to offer you 75 hours per semester for course credit (hours may begin after September 1 and can include holidays and weekends during the school year);
• this job or internship may be inside of the school building but must be an approved internship.
• Approval Form for In School Internship

What should I consider when planning for an Internship?

• How many classes do I need in my Senior year? How many periods do I want to work outside of school?
• What extracurricular activities am I in? Can I balance work and getting back to school?
• Can I maintain an excellent attendance record at school and work?
• Can I provide my own transportation to and from work?
• Are my SSL hours complete?
• Am I willing to work hard and learn new skills?

YES!

Application�Turn in ASAP to put this on your schedule for next year

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Parent Permission

How to find Internships for High School Students

Background: Colleges have many applications with high SAT scores, high GPA and well-rounded extracurricular activities. Finding an internship helps you stand out from the crowd. The business mentor can write a letter of recommendation from a different perspective than a teacher.

“Warm Leads”

• Family members and friends
• High School staff with outside connections (journalism-English teacher, science-Science teacher)
• Local small businesses - Google search related to your career interest
• Local charities
• Non-profit organizations

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How do I get a job/ internship

• Be persuasive about your intent and work ethic - many companies would rather employ a college intern
• “I’m a student and I’m looking for professional experience” (See phone script)
• Keep it brief - SHORT email
• Do your research - cover letter workshop, website research
• Offer clear value - what does the organization do, how can your skills help, what can you do for them!
• Follow-up
• Don’t be afraid to “cold-call”

Should I take an unpaid internship? Absolutely!

The difference between an unpaid internship and volunteer work is the amount of time spent on the job and the level of responsibility.

Does the internship need to be prestigious? NO. It matters more what the student learned from the experience.