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Career Readiness & Workforce Development

The Career Readiness and Internship Program encourages students to explore career interests while applying their leadership skills and knowledge to real world situations. Students in grades 8-12 complete requirements that enhance the curriculum in the classroom and give them the opportunity to explore careers for post-secondary life.

LPS students will connect with the local community and showcase their leadership skills through mentoring, job shadowing, internships, and practicums.

Partnership Opportunities

Leadership Prep works hard to provide many opportunities for our students to explore the possibilities of their future. Some of these programs include:

1. Internship Placements

  • What:
    Offer structured internship experiences for students (Grades 10, 11, and 12). If you are an organization and want to explore how this process works, please review our Internship brochure. 
  • How:
    Define clear learning objectives and tasks that allow students to apply classroom learning to real-world projects.
  • Benefits:
    Access emerging talent early, inject fresh ideas into your projects, and potentially recruit future employees.

2. Job Shadowing Programs

  • What:
    Host students for shadowing experiences during which they observe daily operations and learn about specific roles.
  • How:
    Schedule 8–12 shadowing hours (with designated school days) where students can gain insights into your company’s work environment.
  • Benefits:
    Showcase your company’s culture, demonstrate career pathways, and build community relationships.

3. Mock Interview & Resume Workshops

  • What:
    Organize sessions where professionals conduct mock interviews and offer constructive feedback.
  • How:
    Host events or one-on-one sessions that simulate real interview scenarios. Include resume review and career readiness discussions.
  • Benefits:
    Enhance your company’s public image as a community leader while helping shape the next generation of job-ready professionals.

4. Practicum & Project-Based Collaborations

  • What:
    Engage students in practicums or project-based assignments directly related to your business challenges.
  • How:
    Develop short-term projects or case studies that allow students to contribute to ongoing initiatives or solve real-world problems.
  • Benefits:
    Gain innovative insights, collaborate on new ideas, and potentially integrate student solutions into your workflow.

5. Mentorship and Shadow Supervisor Evaluations

  • What:
    Act as a mentor by guiding students through their internship or shadowing experiences.
  • How:
    Provide regular feedback, evaluate performance using our employability score rubrics, and track student growth.
  • Benefits:
    Strengthen community ties, build long-term professional relationships, and support the development of future industry leaders.

6. Business Advisory Council Membership

  • What:
    Join our Business Advisory Council to help shape and continuously improve the Career Readiness and Internship Program.
  • How:
    Attend regular meetings to share industry trends, review curriculum relevance, and offer strategic feedback.
  • Benefits:
    Influence the preparation of tomorrow’s workforce, network with other community leaders, and ensure that our program meets the evolving needs of your industry.

7. Guest Speaking and Industry Panel Participation

  • What:
    Share your expertise as a guest speaker during leadership classes or participate in industry panels.
  • How:
    Address topics such as career choices, professional behavior, and industry-specific challenges.
  • Benefits:
    Increase your company’s visibility, inspire students, and position your organization as an industry thought leader.

8. Sponsorship and Resource Contributions

  • What:
    Support our program through financial sponsorships or by contributing resources.
  • How:
    Sponsor key program events, provide materials for professional development sessions, or offer company resources such as facilities or technology for student use.
  • Benefits:
    Enhance your corporate social responsibility profile and receive co-branding opportunities on program materials, our website, and at community events.

9. Career Events and Networking Opportunities

  • What:
    Partner in hosting career fairs, open house events, or industry-specific networking sessions.
  • How:
    Open your doors for tours or collaborate with LPS to design events that connect students with professionals across diverse fields.
  • Benefits:
    Engage directly with emerging talent, expand your local network, and highlight your company as a hub for career excellence.

10. Customized Partnership Agreements

    • What:
      Work with us to create a flexible partnership model tailored to your company’s unique needs.
    • How:
      Collaborate on designing opportunities that align with your business goals—whether through short-term projects, long-term internships, or a combination of initiatives.
    • Benefits:
      Enjoy a bespoke partnership that maximizes value for both your business and our students while addressing specific industry challenges.