Work-Based Learning Experiences
What are WBL Experiences?
Work-Based Learning experiences allow you to explore careers through various opportunities both in the classroom and on a job site. The best part of a WBL experience is that you get to start building your connections now with industry professionals! All experiences are coordinated with you in mind!
Guest Speaker
In Person, Pre-recorded, or LiveCommunity partner talks about their company, industry, specific career, etc. (up to 30 minutes)
Panel Discussion
Pre-recorded or LiveCommunity partner talks about their company, industry, specific career, etc. Moderator asks specific questions.(30-60 minutes)
Demonstration
In Person, Pre-recorded, or LiveCommunity partner shows a skill, task, or use of a certain piece of equipment/technology. (up to 30 minutes)
Industry Tour
In Person, Pre-recorded, or LiveCommunity partners shows where they work! Tour may include offices, factor floor, break rooms, etc. The tour will not only showcase the facility but the equipment, technology, and people within the company. (Virtual- 30-60 minutes or In Person- 2 hours)
Job Shadow
Live or In PersonStudents (1-1 or in small group setting) meet with a community partner to have career specific conversations. (Virtual- 45-60 minutes or In Person- 4 hours)
Mentorships
Live or In PersonCommunity partner(s) connect with students in a 1-1, small group, or large group setting to provide feedback, guidance, or an evaluation on a project. (15-90 minutes)
Co-Op
In PersonStudents gain experience in a career field they are passionate about by getting hands on and working! (1-8 hours per day)
Internship / Apprenticeship
In PersonStudents gain experience in their selected career field by getting hands on and working. (4+ hours per day)
Apprenticeship Opportunities
I want to get involved!
Thanks for your interest in getting involved in a career experience at Davenport Community Schools!
Students: Career experiences are embedded into your CTE program courses, so just by taking CTE classes you automatically are eligible for these opportunities. Be sure to check with your counselors, your CTE teacher, and check your district email upcoming experiences. Also check out the CALENDAR OF EVENTS page see upcoming live career experiences! Fill out the forms below to get involved now!
Businesses: Davenport Community Schools would love the opportunity to partner with you! Review our PROGRAMS AND PATHWAYS PAGE to find out more about the programs we offer. Below is a google form you can fill out to let us know how involved you want to be for the upcoming school year. You can also request a meeting with our Work-Based Learning Coordinator to learn more.
Morgan Kuhlman
Work Based Learning Coordinator & Carl Perkins Facilitator
563-336-7456
Partner WBL Commitment Form
Are you a local business that is interested in partnering with Davenport Schools to offer one of the above career experiences at your business? Fill out this form to commit to as many or as few opportunities as your are interested in.
Job Shadow Request
Job shadows are a chance to learn about a specific career directly from a professional in that role! Job shadows can either be face to face (with parent permission) or virtual. Face-to-face job shadow- spend approx. 4 hours with a professional on site. You must provide/arrange your own transportation to and from the job shadow. Virtual job shadow- spend 45-60 minutes with a professional on a Google Meet.
Upcoming Opportunities
Check out these upcoming opportunities that you may want to be involved in!!! Be sure to regularly visit the CALENDAR OF EVENTS page for more ways to get involved!
Q2 CTE Update 23.24.pdfQ3 CTE Update 23.24.pdfVideo Library of Past Career Experiences
Manufacturing is for Me
The Manufacturing is for Me video series showcases various manufacturing companies from the Quad Cities! If you're interested in learning more about manufacturing, these videos are for you!tinyurl.com/Mfg4MeVideos
Iowa Intermediary Network Connections
The Iowa Intermediary Network has video library of past events that cover various career fields. Be sure to check out the videos that interest you! To find the videos, click the icon above or visit:https://www.iowain.org/connection-labResources for Career Exploration
Xello
Xello is an AWESOME career exploration tool that you have access to just by being a DCSD student! To access your account via single sign on, go to your Google waffle and select the Xello icon in the drop down. This will take you directly to your account!
Future Ready Iowa
Explore careers and job demand throughout Iowa on this interactive website. Check out wages, job outlook, and so much more! To find the site, click the icon above or visit:FutureReadyIowa.gov/Explore_Careers
Build Iowa
The Build Iowa website has so much information about careers in the skilled trades! No account or sign on is required, simply visit the website and explore. To find the site, click the icon above or visit:BuildIowa.org
Nepris
Nepris has a huge selection of recordings of industry chats for so many different career pathways! This resource is free but does require you to create a student account. To access the site, simply click the icon above or visit:Nepris.com