Work-Based Learning
Job Shadowing
Job shadowing places students in workplaces to interact with and observe one or more employees. A job shadowing experience can help the student learn more about the nature of a job and the work environment as well as the education and training needed to succeed.
Internships
An internship is a work-based learning experience that places the student in a real workplace environment to develop and practice career-related knowledge and skills. Internships may be paid or unpaid and the length of time my vary. The United Way of SWVA is offering summer interships through its "Ignite" program.
Apprenticeships
A Youth Registered Apprenticeship (YRA) is career preparation that integrates career and technical education curriculum and on-the-job training to help students gain employability and occupational skills. Apprentices must be enrolled in a related RHS CTE course and work under a mentor at the workplace. They are paid at least minimum wage and document work hours.
Hear what a VT Admissions counselor says about work-based learning!
Links to additional information
Link to our WBL Google form. If you're interested in a work-based learning experience please complete and submit this form
Recent article highlighting the RHS apprenticeship program
Internship opportunities! Students should "Sign in with Google" and use their RCPS username and password to log in