High School Work-Based Learning
High-Quality Work-Based Learning (HQWBL) ?is comprised of? school-coordinated workplace experiences that are:
- ??related to students¡¯ career goals and/or interests?,??
- integrated with instruction, and
- ??performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations. ?
There are 12 Work-based Learning experiences defined by the Virginia Department of Education.? They include: Job Shadowing, Service Learning, Externship, School-based Enterprise, Mentorship, Internship, Entrepreneurship, Cooperative Education, SAE, Clinical Experience, Youth Registered Apprenticeships, and Registered Apprenticeships.
Employability skills are essential, transferable abilities like communication, teamwork, and problem-solving that are valuable across all jobs. They help individuals succeed in the workplace by enhancing adaptability and productivity. Click the link to watch videos that can help you build and strengthen your employability skills.
If you are seeking goods or services, please explore our Work-based Learning Partners and Career Awareness Facilitators. These organizations actively support ºìÐÓÖ±²¥app Public Schools students in discovering potential career pathways.
video highlights Work-based Learning Job Shadowing
High School - Externship, Internship and other Work-based Learning
9 - 12th Graders
Summer 2025 and 2025-26 School Year program applications will be posted beginning in February 2025
11th Graders
If you are interested in an internship or apprenticeship in the 2024-25 school year, please discuss options with your counselor during course planning.
High School Graduates
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has an dedicated to high school graduates seeking information on how to plan their post-secondary (after high school) journey.
Virginia Career Works has a for anyone seeking employment in Virginia.