Work-Based Learning & Student Opportunities

High School Work-Based Learning

High-Quality Work-Based Learning (HQWBL) is comprised of school-coordinated workplace experiences that are:

related to students’ career goals and/or interests,
integrated with instruction, and
performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

There are 12 Work-based Learning experiences defined by the Virginia Department of Education. They include: Job Shadowing, Service Learning, Externship, School-based Enterprise, Mentorship, Internship, Entrepreneurship, Cooperative Education, SAE, Clinical Experience, Youth Registered Apprenticeships, and Registered Apprenticeships.

High School - Externship, Internship and other Work-based Learning

9 - 12th Graders

This program is designed for students interested in a career in Cybersecurity. Successful completion of this program is considered a Work-based Learning experience.

Learn Cyber and be mentored by an industry professional

10th Graders

Application Deadline is Monday, September 23, 2024 at 5pm

12th Graders

Urban Alliance has Extended the deadline for Application. If you are interested in an internship during your senior year, apply NOW. The application will close as soon as all slots have been filled.

High School Graduates

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has an entire webpage dedicated to high school graduates seeking information on how to plan their post-secondary (after high school) journey.

Virginia Career Works has a Workforce Connection webpage for anyone seeking employment in Virginia.