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Job Shadowing — Grades 9-12
Students observe a worker in a chosen field, in a typical workday situation. The employee serves as a role model by doing his/her job as usual. A shadowing experience takes place in the period of one day. These student experiences provide excellent opportunities to increase career awareness and workplace exposure, allowing students to focus and refine their future career choices.
Workplace Mentorship — Grades 11-12
Workplace mentorships provide an opportunity for students to enhance their life experiences through an informal relationship with a professional in the local workforce. A mentor agrees to meet with a student three or more times throughout the school year to discuss education, training, and professional development as relating to a particular occupation. The relationship between the mentor and the student is open-ended and flexible.
Student Apprenticeship — Ages 17 and 18
A Student Apprenticeship is a training program structured by the state of Virginia for students 17 years and older. Apprenticeship programs combine classroom instruction and the on-the-job training. Apprenticeship programs typically last 1 to 4 years in order to complete the necessary hours for certification.
“Oh Henry” Internship — Seniors Only
Students explore the realities of a chosen career pathway with a mentor from the business/professional community. Two different internship programs are available. The student may select a non-credit internship that requires 25 hours with a mentor and attendance at Career Experiences Program scheduled events. If the student wishes to receive credit, he/she must assemble a portfolio, attend all required activities, complete on-line class activities, and complete 80 hours on the job with a mentor. | 
