Batavia Public Schools · BPS 101

Work-Based Learning Program

Gold Standard

Partnership Opportunity

Field Experience /
Internship

Real Work. Real Impact. Real Pipeline.

At a Glance

A full-semester, supervised placement — students contribute real work to your team.

Students work 5–10 hours per week at your site, though it's flexible and can be more some weeks, completing a minimum of 60 hours over the semester. Every student receives ongoing employability coaching from BHS staff. This is the deepest partnership we offer — and the most impactful for your pipeline.

Benefits for Your Business

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    Access motivated, coachable talent

    Students arrive eager, prepared, and supervised by BHS staff

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    Preview your next hire before they graduate

    Build relationships with students years before they enter the workforce

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    Fresh ideas and real support on daily tasks

    Students contribute meaningfully — this isn't just observation

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    Strengthened community partnership

    Be known as a business that truly invests in Batavia's youth

Time Commitment

5–10 hrs/week, one semester

Minimum 60 hours · Flexible scheduling

Student Profile

  • →Responsible HS students in your field
  • →Continuously coached on professionalism
  • →Ready to contribute with guidance

What BHS Provides

  • —Ongoing employability coaching
  • —Site visit check-ins from WBL staff
  • —Student accountability & support
  • —Liability documentation handled

What You Should NOT Expect

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Not free labor — students are supervised and supported throughout

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Not unsupervised work — BHS staff check in regularly

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Not a short-term visit — this is a meaningful semester commitment

Ready to Partner?

Fill out our partner interest form

Takes less than 5 minutes. Our WBL coordinator will follow up within two school days.

Partner Today →

Questions? Contact the WBL Coordinator · Batavia High School · BPS 101