These are all examples of Work-based Learning opportunities that give you important insight about whether or not you’ll like working in particular career paths, workplace settings and locations.

Check out these work-based learning opportunities: 

• What is On-the-job Training?
  
  
• Internships
  • What is an internship and how can I get one?
    • https://blog.prepscholar.com/internships-for-high-school-students
    • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QA1NtRaA7Tg
      
      
  • Where can I find a local internship?
    • INDEED
    • Contact your local youth program staff (see below)
      
      
  • What is an apprenticeship?
    
    
  • What is Youth Skills Training?

Who should I contact for help?

• Contact your local Youth Program staff
• SW Private Industry Council
• Central MN Jobs and Training Services
  
  
• MN Career Pathways Find an Apprenticeship
• https://secure.doli.state.mn.us/apprenticeshipsponsor/