We would like for you to partner with our program to be a worksite for our Work-Based Learning (WBL) students! The mission of WBL is to connect students with experiences in the world of work that enhances the education foundation and career preparation needed to be successful in their chosen career area. Work-Based Learning helps students to find their career interests, assess their training needs, and develop the skills and attitudes necessary for paid employment. WBL seeks to help students find their passion and gives them the tools to pursue it. School credit will be given for these experiences.

Check out the Business Partner's Guide to Work-Based Learning for more information on the benefits of WBL to employers! 

For a printable PDF version of the Business Partners' Guide to Work-Based Learning, 

Get Involved in Our Schools

• Student Job Placements: We are always looking for new businesses and organizations for our WBL students to work and intern with. Students can work 5-20 hours a week (paid or unpaid) to gain valuable real-world work experience and help your business at the same time.

• Student Job Shadows: High school students will come visit you and spend 4 hrs or 8 hrs to observe your employees at work. Students get the opportunity to see what the work environment is like, ask questions about different jobs, and get a better understanding if this is a career they would like to pursue.

• Field Trips/Tours: Small groups of students can come visit your business location to see first hand the job site and different working conditions. Host 15-50 students and share with them your different departments and how you serve your customers.

• Guest Speaker: Come share your work experiences (or sign up a co-worker!) with students. Visit for a class period or for the day. We’ll put you in a related classroom subject so that you can help inform students about today’s industry trends and work expectations.

• Mentor Students with CTSO Competition: Career Tech Student Organizations, such as FFA, FCCLA, HOSA, FBLA, and SkillsUSA, have competitions in which students train and compete in different events. Mentor a student to help them prepare for competition in your related area.

• Participate in Job/Career Events: Many high and middle schools host events to help prepare students for getting a job. Mock interviews, career day guest speakers, or job fairs help students explore the various career options available.

• Business Donation: It is wonderful to be able to reward students for accomplishments with a coupon for a free item or other small gift. Larger donations can also be used as a fundraiser for silent auctions, raffles, or scholarships. Items can include your business information on them.

Thank you for considering these options! Contact the WBL Coordinator closest to you to get involved.

Advisory Committee

The Effingham County Schools Advisory Committee meets twice a year to discuss industry trends, workforce needs, and other initiatives that will benefit both local businesses and our students.

• CTAE Fall Advisory Council (ECCA)
  • Tuesday, November 18⋅6:00 – 8:00pm