Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026
The job shadowing program is a career exploration activity providing an opportunity for eligible students to "shadow" an individual for a day at his or her workplace. The experience allows the student to observe the tasks and responsibilities necessary in a particular career cluster, field or specific job.
Employers sign up to Host a student (s) - Job Shadowing Interest Form
Who: Juniors and Seniors will receive a link via school email that will include information about the Job Shadowing Program. Applications will be accepted from TBD. Selected students will be required to complete a permission slip and training agreement.
Participation in Job Shadowing will enable students to:
Foster career awareness
Explore fields in which there is an interest or aptitude
Increase awareness of business enterprises within the community
Strengthen motivation and informed decision-making skills
Host Responsibilities:
Assume supervisory responsibility for the student(s) during job shadowing
Provide student(s) any specific requirements for participation in advance (office location, work hours, dress code, lunch expectations, etc.)
Engage with student(s) directly and answer questions related to their field
Include student(s) in daily activities to provide an authentic experience
Do not allow the student(s) to engage in any of the hazardous activities or occupations listed in the index of Hazardous Occupations
Complete the Attendance Verification Form provided to you by the student(s) so they may return it to their school to confirm their participation
Provide feedback about experience as a host by completing an evaluation form
Suggested Activities for a Business:
Ask/allow student(s) to interview you or members of your team
Include members of your team/office/organization
Arrange a rotation of activities within your organization (if applicable)
Provide student(s) the following information about your career and work site: Education, training, and/or apprenticeship requirements
Occupational forecast for opportunities in your job/career/field
Challenges related to the career
Activities of a typical day "at the office"
Allow student(s) to attend collaborative meetings or other activities that will help them learn about your team structure and how you interface with other employees
Have a resource guide or other materials available for the student(s) to view
Allow student(s) to assist in activities when appropriate to provide a "hands-on" experience
Provide a tour of the facility to give students an idea of how the organization works
Provide information on the job application process (what is expected, how to apply, etc.)
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