Job Shadows

Job Shadows

The Plainville High School Job Shadow Program provides 11th and 12th-grade students with valuable opportunities to explore career pathways aligned with their interests. Through job shadowing, students spend time at a local business observing a professional in their field, gaining real-world insight into a potential career.

This one-on-one experience allows students to understand better daily work responsibilities, required education and training, and the technical and soft skills needed for success in the profession. Job shadow experiences typically range from two hours to a full day and are customized to meet each student’s goals.

Students who participate in job shadows are expected to be in good academic standing and demonstrate responsibility. They agree to make up any missed classwork, follow appropriate dress guidelines, and adhere to all workplace expectations and professional standards during their experience

An example of the businesses we partner with, and in which capacity they can host a shadow:

Hartford Healthcare - OT, PT

Loureiro Engineering- Engineering, Marketing, HR

Trumpf- Engineering & Production

Plainville Police Department- Police Officer

Town of Plainville-Town Manager, Asst. Town Manager, HR, Assessing Dept., Tax Dept. Town Clerk, Building, Health, Engineering, Fire Marshal, Public Works

VCA Old Canal Animal Hospital- Veterinarian, Vet. Technician

Plainville  Schools  Teachers, Psychologists, and Facilities

Dr. Gary Santa Maria- Dentist / Dental Assistant

Bristol Hospital PA, RN, PT, OT

Dattco- Mechanic

Great American Donut - Finance, Marketing, Sales

Aquarion Water Company - Accounting, Finance, Engineering

4-Biz - Design

New Britain Herald  & Citizen- Journalism/Reporting

Manafort - Mechanic Automotive & Diesel/ Construction Management

ACME Monaco- Production Technician, Engineering, Welding

Robertson Airport - Flight Instructor/Mechanics