Work Based Learning (WBL) offers a variety of engagement opportunities in addition to internships; including case studies, corporate tours, executive interviews, reflective documentation, and school-based enterprise.
The College works with students interested in gaining professional experience in their potential fields of study through internships (self-directed experiences/non-credit) and work-based learning opportunities (course based/for college credit).
WBL/Internships help students gain “real world” work experience, create academic pathways toward specific career awareness, and assist them with the development of career readiness and soft skill competencies while launching their future careers.
If you would like more details, please contact Cheryl Bell. The College may also work with students to customize internship experiences either from the list of business partners below or from other organizations.
Work-Based Learning Newsletter
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Scheduling
Work-Based Learning courses are credit-bearing and may be offered during the fall, spring, and summer semesters. Communicate with your faculty advisor in advance of the semester you plan to enroll to determine eligibility and course availability.
Current Work-Based Learning Courses
WBL Course Instructor, Partner Organization, and Student Responsibilities
Apprenticeships
If your business is interested in exploring opportunities associated with apprenticeships, please contact Nicholas Bishop, Vice President for Economic and Community Development at (615) 230-4788 or Nicholas.Bishop@volstate.edu
Benefits
For Students
- Gain experience that will make it easier for you to find employment when you graduate.
- Explore a potential career without investing lots of time and money.
- Earn college credits and money.
- Draw connections and analyze relationships between your job and what you are learning in school.
- If you are already working when you enter the program, your employer will become increasingly aware that you are a motivated individual and deserving of additional training and promotion.
For Employers
- Provides a ready-made training and recruitment program reducing present costs.
- Creates an opportunity to observe future employees with a minimum commitment.
- Enables business and industry to participate in and influence the educational process.
- Motivates permanent employees toward continued learning opportunities.
