Employer Resources

Just Getting Started?

Quick Start Guide Why Partner in Work-Based Learning?

Boost your bottom line and strengthen your workforce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Get your questions on work-based learning answered.

WBL Toolkit for Employers

Resources, tools, and guidance to get the best ROI from hosting work-based learning experiences.

Quick Start Guide for Hosting a Worksite Tour

Considerations and benefits for providing a worksite tour for students.

Quick Start Guide for Hosting Internships in Partnership with High Schools

Wondering where to start? This guide is for you.

Quick Start Guide for Being a Guest Speaker

Learn why being a guest speaker in schools is good business.

Quick Start Guide for Participating in Career Fairs

Maximize your presence at student career fairs.

Quick Start Guide for Hosting a Job Shadow

Learn the why and how for hosting a job shadow.

Intern or Employee? Fact Sheet

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

Looking for Best Practices?

Paid or Unpaid?

Should you pay your interns? Research says yes!

Host a Teacher Extern

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

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.

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.

Industry Experience = Educator License

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

Agreement between Schools & Employers

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

Sample Apprenticeship Plan

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

Universal Design for Learning in Apprenticeships

Ensure your apprenticeship program attracts and retains a competitive workforce.

Montana Workforce System Guide

Curious what workforce programs exist in Montana?

© 2026 Work-based Learning Collaborative. All Rights Reserved.

Top