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Work-based Learning

Training Options

Benefits and Impact

Legal Requirements

Resources

The resources below will help you find information about youth work-based learning opportunities.

Connecting Youth to Work-based Learning

Designed by the Minnesota Department of Education in 2003 for facilitators and businesses, this guide explains work-based learning options and how to initiate work-based learning programs. Call 651.582.8386 for details.

Connecting to Success

This electronic mentoring program is designed to promote successful transition of youth with disabilities into adult life.

Coolworks

This site is a resource for finding seasonal jobs or career opportunities around the world. It also includes internship and volunteer opportunities.

Explore Now

Information and support for eMentoring relationships and programs.

Hennepin County Employment Services for Youth

Hennepin County provides a variety of programs to provide work experience to economically disadvantaged and at-risk youth. Contact Allan Henden at 612.596.1841 for more information.

ISEEK Internship Web sites

A list of internship websites on ISEEK.

Job Shadowing

Job shadowing information for employers, educators, and students.

Junior Achievement

Junior Achievement uses hands-on experiences to help young people understand the economics of life.

Minnesota Alliance with Youth

The is a statewide alliance of communities, non-profits, businesses, faith communities, families, and young people dedicated to improving youth access to opportunities and resources.

Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry

Information about labor standards that apply to work-based learning in Minnesota.

MinnesotaWorks

Find and post work-based learning opportunities including internship, apprenticeship, and volunteer positions.

South Central Service Work and Learning Center

The South Central Service, Work & Learning Center is a regional office located on the campus of South Central College, North Mankato, Minnesota. The Center supports local & regional Service, Work & Learning activities.

U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division

The U.S. department responsible for enforcing the nation's labor laws, including those about students and work-based learning.

Page last updated in June 2008.