Work-Based Learning
Connecting talented students with real-world opportunities through internships and co-opsAt The HILL, students don’t just learn about careers—they live them. Across 19 pathways, from aviation to cybersecurity and welding to prenursing, students gain hands-on experience, college credit, and industry certifications. We invite local businesses to partner with us by hosting co-ops and internships.
What's The Difference?
Internships
A structured short- or long-term experience that allows students to explore a career field. Often unpaid, internships focus on exposure, skill-building, and mentorship, without requiring a set number of hours.
Co-ops
A structured, longer-term paid position where students actively apply their skills on the job. Coops emphasize productivity, responsibility, and career-ready job-readiness, with required minimum hours.
General Prerequisite for WBL Placements:
Completed 4 pathway courses
OR Replace 4th course with Internship
OR Student takes WBL course concurrently with another course in that program
Prior To Site Placement:
- Complete the WBL Student Interest Form
- Obtain a Teacher Recommendation
- Complete an Eligibility Check - Contact Mr. Howell
- Submit an WBL Application, with license and insurance also submitted - Student responsibility
- Have a Scheduling and Commitment Conversation - With Mr. Howell and/or Ms. Tracy
- Complete Resume & Interview Practice with Mr. Meza and/or Mrs. McIver
Click here for the complete & Detailed WBL process information
Once A Placement Begins
Student submits hours every paycheck OR two weeks.
Grading & Documentation
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Formative Grades from WBL
- Hours submitted every 2 weeks - 10 points
- Hours Form (Interns)
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Summative Grades from WBL
- Evaluation - 90 points
- 30 days in
- Fall/Spring Break
- End of Semester
- Evaluation - 90 points
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Final Grade from WBL
- Student Reflection
- Site visit by a staff member
During A Placement, Teachers Have The Discretion To:
- Add assignments in addition to those listed above
- Contact students/employers
- Complete a site visit