Receives opportunity for academic credit

Gains specific workplace skills and knowledge

Receives hands-on learning experience and “soft skills” such as teamwork, etc.

Becomes aware of expectations of the workplace

Connects the relevance between school subjects and the workplace

Receives guidance in forming an information base to assist in career decisions that are compatible with personal interests and skills

Develops an increased motivation to excel in school

Builds self-confidence in working with adults

Develops positive self-image, peer recognition and leadership skills

Develops abilities to work as a team member

Develops network of career contacts for the future

Receives opportunity to enhance career portfolio

Explores career options

Applies and reinforces knowledge and skills learned in academic and occupational courses

Facilitates transition from school to the workplace and/or post-secondary education/training

Explores future interests – skills needed, salary, working conditions

Assists students in understanding what employers expect of employees

Enhance partnerships with schools

Influences and contributes to the educational growth of students

Provides opportunities to share experiences, insights and knowledge with students

Prepares a higher skilled and motivated workforce

Improves supervisory and motivational skills for employees by working with students; reenergizes current employees

Assists young people in understanding what employers expect of employees

Involves employees as mentors

Facilitates recruitment of qualified prospective employees with less training costs and turnover o Builds a positive community image

Enhances school-community relationships

Improves the chances for attracting new industries when effective partnerships are established between schools and industry

Facilitates students’ transition from school to careers

Improves the recruitment pool of qualified employees

Enhances economic quality of life through a competently trained workforce

Enhances community awareness through public relations and recognition of school and employer involvement.

Keeps education current with employer needs

Strengthens the bonds with businesses and the community

Provides opportunities to connect academics to career learning experiences

Provides opportunities to motivate students, increase academic achievement, reduce dropout rates, and improve attendance

Utilizes employers’ up-to-date workplaces for training

Obtains possible opportunities for full-time placement

Provides more structured and supported transition opportunities for students with disabilities

Assistance with Special Education Transition compliance

Rewarding experience

Personalize their subject discipline

Support much deeper explorations of it than are possible in limited class time.

Help a student toward a successful graduation through a fulfilling learning experience

See a student gain the knowledge and confidence that they can succeed if an interest is pursued with dedication.