Partnering in WBL helps develop your future workforce, builds community goodwill, and brings fresh energy and ideas into your business. It’s also a chance to identify and shape talent early. 

Opportunities range from career chats, worksite tours, and internships, apprenticeships, or allowing students to work during class time. We help you find the right fit based on your capacity and goals. 

Yes. Students under 18 can participate in work-based learning experiences with your business. Greenville County Schools holds liability coverage and provides supplemental accident insurance for all students engaged in approved work-based learning activities.

In addition, students who are enrolled in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) course related to their work placement may be exempt from certain Department of Labor Hazardous Occupations restrictions, as outlined in federal guidelines. We will work with you to ensure all placements align with legal requirements and safety protocols.

Your commitment depends on the type of work-based learning experience you choose to offer. It can be as simple as speaking to a class for 30 minutes or as involved as hosting a student for a semester.

What if I want to host a student?

• On-Boarding is easy and quick

  • We ask for some details to create a formal Training Plan in order for students to get credit

• Free Background Check:  this is only completed by the immediate supervisor of the student 

• Semester Evaluation 

That's it!

It varies. Career chats may be an hour, worksite visits a few hours, or classroom to opportunity may last a semester or more. We’ll work with your schedule to create a timeline that makes sense for your business. 

Students and employers complete necessary agreements, and we provide guidance to ensure compliance with relevant laws and safety requirements. We make it simple and secure for you to host students. 

Students are typically in 11th or 12th grade, have relevant coursework, and are recommended by teachers. They come prepared, interested, and eager to learn and contribute.  We vet each student and you will interview them to find the right fit. 

All industries are welcome — from healthcare and manufacturing to IT, finance, hospitality, and more. If your business has something to teach, students are ready to learn. 

Work-based learning isn’t just beneficial for students — it creates real value for businesses too. By participating, your company can:

• Develop a pipeline of future talent

• Identify potential hires early

• Gain fresh perspectives from motivated students

• Build stronger relationships with local schools and the community

• Support employee development through mentorship opportunities

It’s a win-win: you contribute to student growth while strengthening your workforce and brand.

Students gain real-world experience, build confidence, develop career skills, and often discover their path forward. For many, WBL is the turning point in their high school journey. 

Contact our Work-Based Learning team.  We’ll schedule a brief meeting to learn more about your business and match you with the right opportunity. 

Greenville County Schools provides a dedicated WBL coordinator who will guide you through the process, help identify students, coordinate logistics, and ensure all required forms and expectations are clear.