Work-based Learning Program - Internship/Apprenticeship
RESPONSIBILITIES
Participants are required to do the following:
Requirements Criteria
Be in good academic standing
Reviewed at the Interview
Have good attendance profile
Maintain a good attendance record, not only at school but also on the job.
Have a good discipline profile
Conform to the rules and regulations of school and training station.
Have reliable transportation
Have transportation to and from the training station.
Student Responsibilities-
Identify possible placement site
Be able to tell the Career Development Coordinator where possible work site is located (Work site must be a valid learning opportunity in relation to student pathway)
Complete Work-Based Learning Application
All applications should be completed and returned to the Career Development Coordinator
Complete activities within work-based learning experience
Written and verbal requirements: time sheets, Moodle assignments, final presentations, etc.
Dress appropriately; conduct self in a businesslike manner; be prompt, courteous, and groomed according to the training supervisor’s requirements.
Communicate with Career Development Coordinator regularly
Turn in required materials and inform Career Development Coordinator of any issues that may arise. Also attend scheduled meetings with the Career Development Coordinator
Site Responsibilities-
Assist with development of Skills Development Plan
Assist the student in accomplishing his/her goals by developing a Skills Development Plan (an outline of tasks & responsibilities)
Evaluate the student’s performance each grading period. Evaluation counts as 70% of the internship grade
Communicate with Career Development Coordinator whenever needed
Provide a safe and effective learning environment
Ensure that the student works in a safe environment and provide him/her with variety of learning experiences that will offer a broad view of the site’s entire operation.
Establish schedule for student learner
Ensure that student learner has opportunity to earn 135 contact hours
Parent and School Responsibilities-
Communicate on a regular basis
The school and the parent should remain in regular contact to ensure proper supervision of student
Insurance and transportation
It is the responsibility of the parent to provide personal or school health insurance and reliable transportation for the student
Supervise work-based learner
It is the responsibility of the Career Development Coordinator to visit the site to ensure proper placement and safety of the student. The coordinator will review the time sheets and be responsible for the assignment of a grade.