School to Careers Program

Share your knowledge and provide a student with real-world career training. Make a positive impact on students’ lives today and help to build Pendleton’s future workforce. Gain exposure and recognition in the community.

Get involved:

• Mentorships – Offer your expertise, support, and advice to a student who is interested in your field in a series of scheduled face-to-face meetings.
• Job Shadow – Provide students with a look at a “day in the life” of professionals employed by your company or organization.
• Internship – Host a students for a short term experience (8+ hours over several weeks) that gives a taste of the profession and involves some hands-on assignments.
• Service Learning Project – Involve students in a project that builds transferable skills while also filling a needs in our community.
• Work Site Tours – Offer a group of students a close-up look at the inner workings of your business or organization.
• Classroom Speaker/Guest Instructor – Bring a lesson, demonstration, or activity to school and share your expertise with students in a classroom setting.

How to get involved:

• Step 1: Send us your information on the online Interest Form. There is no commitment to provide any opportunities by submitting this information.
• Step 2: The School to Careers Coordinator will contact you to discuss opportunities that you may be able to provide for students and will guide you through any necessary paperwork.
• Step 3: Host a student, give a tour, and/or be a guest instructor.
• Step 4: Complete a short evaluation and give feedback.

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Check out a sample Work Site Learning Agreement

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