Employer Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

Get your questions on work-based learning answered.

WBL Toolkit for Employers

Resources, tools and guidance to successfully develop high-quality WBL experiences for students.

Work-based Learning Rubric

Curious about what makes a high-quality work-based learning experience? Use this rubric to assess your program.

Agreement between Schools & Employers

Wondering who is responsible for the student's workers compensation insurance?

Intern or Employee? Fact Sheet

Use this Fact Sheet from the DLI to determine how the position should be categorized.

Top 10 Tips for Having High School Interns

This video covers tips for designing internships that are engaging and successful.

Preparing to Host an Intern

Is your organization ready to host an intern? Use this checklist to find out.

Intern Task List and Sample Job Descriptions

Not sure what an intern can do? Check out these suggestions.

Intern Orientation Checklist

Ensure your young employees are fully prepared to begin on day one.

Internship Benefits and Considerations

An internship toolkit for small and medium businesses.

Paid or Unpaid?

Should you pay your interns? Research says yes!

Apprenticeship vs. Internship

Learn the differences between the two.

MT Registered Apprenticeship Program

Build committed workers and train them for your specific needs.

Youth Apprenticeships

Learn about youth apprenticeship, designed to start when apprentices are in high school.

Universal Design for Learning in Apprenticeships

Ensure your apprenticeship program is accessible for everyone.

Sample Apprenticeship Plan

Use this to ensure your apprenticeship program has value for you and your apprentice.

Montana’s Child Labor Law Reference Guide

Curious about regulations and what your under-18 year-old employee or intern can do?

Manufacturing and Child Labor Laws

Curious about manufacturing-specific regulations? Check out this resource.

Host a Teacher Extern

Externships are often transformative for educators, students, and industry partners.

Industry Experience = Educator License

Class 4 licenses are issued to those who have industry experience and wish to teach.

Montana Workforce System Guide

Curious what workforce programs exist in Montana?

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