Students

Work-based learning (WBL) is learning about work, at work. WBL is a great way to get an inside look at a possible career, and can open doors to new opportunities.

WBL is also guaranteed to help you build and practice skills that you will use as an adult. Through WBL, you have extra support from an employer as you're learning key skills. PLUS, you can often earn school credit while you work.

Students

What is work-based learning?

In simple terms, it is learning about work, at work. Work-based learning happens through several different structures, for example:

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Awareness

Workplace tours, Guest Speakers, Career Fairs, Field Trips, and Community Involvement

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Exploration

Job Shadowing, Career Research, Interest Assessment, Extended Learning, and Structured Field Trips

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Preparation

Internships, Service Learning, Group Projects, Student Run Enterprise, and Supported Employment

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Training

Apprenticeship, Paid Internships, On-the-Job Training, and Industry Recognized Credential

Student Work-based Learning Resources

For a list of all Student WBL Resources click here!

Explore Careers

For a list of all Career Resources click here!

Internships
Apprenticeship

Start planning for life after high school, including work-based learning, college or the workforce—and may options in between. ReachHigherMontana.org has information, tools, resources, scholarships, and more to help you prepare.

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