ANNOUNCEMENT:  ALL STUDENTS MUST VISIT ME DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF THE NEW TRIMESTER IN THE COUNSELING OFFICE. 

TRIMESTER 1 CAREER FIELD EXPERIENCES OFFICIALLY BEGIN THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 12!

MID-TRIMESTER EVALUATIONS OCCUR DURING WEEK OF OCTOBER 16!

FINAL EMPLOYER EVALUATIONS OCCUR DURING WEEK OF NOVEMBER ___!  YOUR FINAL DAY IS NOVEMBER ___ UNLESS YOU AND YOUR EMPLOYER MAKE ANOTHER AGREEMENT.

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INTRODUCTION

This is a one-trimester course designed to provide students with an opportunity to pursue career goals and experience authentic occupational situations. This program is designed to bring together students and the community, to the benefit of both. Students practice their management skills as they balance school, work, and the Career Field Experience course. They use their employability skills when they prepare resumes and portfolios, participate in interviews, and apply their academic knowledge to the workplace. When interacting with other employees and customers, the students are developing their soft skills. This course will allow you to:

Test-drive your knowledge and skills. Let’s be honest. Just because you are getting a degree in a specific subject, does not mean you are passionate about it. You might have a marketing degree and find out a couple of years later that is more than just thinking of TV commercials. Doing an internship gives you grounded experience of what your studies might look like in a work environment.

Find role-models and your future employer. Yes, there are plenty of leaders and worldwide known role-models. But they are not the norm, rather the exception. Doing an internship can give you opportunity to meet different managers, with diverse leadership styles and that gives you experience on how to manage your boss. One of the biggest assets you can have when you get out of school is how you adapt yourself to your boss style and become an added value to his/her team.

Strengthen your resume. It’s natural and obvious that if you have more experience, you will have a better resume. Yet, most students and graduates don’t have work experience when they leave college. They limit themselves to having great grades, do the school program and then go to the market. To be clear, there is nothing wrong with that. The different will come when you have to perform and demonstrate that you understand the business in a fast way, know how to work on a team and assume responsibilities.

If you do well, you have a network. Sometimes the different between getting your dream job and not getting it is that one reference, one call that you missed to have in comparison to someone else. An internship gives you the opportunity to increase your network, expand your professional branding, and having probably one or two personal ambassadors that would be glad to help you when you need them.

It can be the experience of a lifetime. I know that this might be doubtful, but many internships can give you the opportunity to work in areas that you won’t work anytime in the future, you might get to know people that become lifetime friends, or you can realize how passionate you were about something you only got to know through the internship you had. Having an internship can definitely be something that transforms your life and gives you new perspective. But be open to it as well.

P.S.  I do not accept new CFE students during the 3rd trimester.  Sign up early to save yourself a possible seat.

P.S.S.  Every year, we celebrate our hosts with a Breakfast Banquet.  It is a required event with a fee of $20, due by the end of the first week of the trimester.

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FAQ

Q:  What if I am sick?  A:  Call your employer ASAP and leave a detailed message.

Q: What am I required to wear at my job? A: Ask on your first day!  Professional attire is typically the best.  You are creating an impression.

Q: What if Lake Shore does not have school?  A:  You are not obligated to attend your internship.  If possible, let your employer know ahead of time.  If it is a snow day, call your employer ASAP and leave a detailed message.

Q: Can I take pictures of anything at my place of employment?  Maybe.  Ask.  Some places will not allow you to take any.

Q: Can I drop the course?  Not really.  Once you have a placement, you cannot just drop.  There’s a long waiting list for other students to get in;  That wouldn’t be fair.  Make sure your transportation is reliable.  If you want to switch your placement during an upcoming trimester, we can try to work together to accomplish that.

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TRIVIA

During the 2016-17 school year, students in Career Field Experience received internship opportunities at All About Animal Rescue, Beaumont Family Medical Center, Celina’s Polish Kitchen, Dort Elementary, Dr. James Clinton, East Lake Cardiovascular, HealthQuest Physical Therapy, Kennedy Middle School, Kimastle Corporation, Lake Shore High School, Lakeview High School, Macomb County Treasurer’s Office, Masonic Elementary, Metro Times, Oceans and Seas, Pet Supplies Plus, Selfridge Air National Guard Base, ShorePointe Village, St. John Hospital and Medical Center, The Paslin Company, Vintage House, and Wee Love Daycare and Learning.

During the 2015-16 school year, students in Career Field Experience received internship opportunities at Tri County Medical Clinic, Violet Elementary, East Lake Cardiovascular, Tri County Precision Grinding, BRS Accounting and Tax, Lakeview and Lake Shore High Schools, In Home Computer Care, David Gilboe and Associates, City of Saint Clair Shores, Dazzle Fashion Boutique, Stewart’s Restaurant, and Real Living Kee Realty, and the Macomb County Treasurer’s Office. (14 businesses for 15 students)  

During the 2014-15 school year, students in Career Field Experience (pilot) received internship opportunities at In Home Computer Care, Dr. James Clinton, and Lake Shore High School. (3 businesses for 3 students)

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DOCUMENTS

CTE Time Sheet + Employer Invitation  + MidEvaluation + CFE Application-24iu5tk + CFE Student Letter Home + CFE Rules + CFE Employer Welcome Letter+ CFE Evaluation Appointment Letter + CFE Thank You Letter +  CertThank You Employer + CertificateExample +  done  + Mandatory Meeting-1zwhjja

PAPERWORK

Beaumont: workobserveragreement

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GRADING

As you begin your Career Field Experience, be aware that you are in full control of your grade.  All requirements must be met in order to receive assigned grade.

Please note that if you have problems with your experience, talk to the Coordinator.  There will be alternate assignments for hours missed due to unavoidable absences.

Grading Category Descriptions

Timesheets (40%) – Students will be responsible for turning in weekly timesheets indicating that the student is working at their assigned career placement for the required number of hours. These are due by the Monday at 7:30 a.m. following the two-week period.  You MUST post them digitally on your blog.  -2 POINTS IF YOUR TIMESHEET ISN’T SIGNED

Evaluation (30%) – Students will be assessed twice per trimester on the progress they are making toward career goals and employability skills.

Journal Reflection (20%) – Students will respond a journal prompt and internship entry by the end of the week to show reflective learning:  What did you accomplish this week?  Share any examples of learning growths, opportunities, customer interactions, employer feedback, or your own insights. EXAMPLES: Brendan Nowakowski or Shelby Lane These are due by the Monday at 7:30 a.m. following the one-week period.  Posting them to your blog digitally is preferred, but if Weebly isn’t acting right, simply email your entry to me at tcandela@lsps.org. -2 POINTS IF YOUR JOURNAL IS LATE, -2 POINTS IF YOU’RE MISSING A PICTURE/NOT ORIGINAL | Note:  I do not accept LATE assignment after the first trimester of the class OR habitual offenders.

Candela Check-in (10%) —  Students must meet with Mrs. Candela on EARLY RELEASE Wednesdays.  Check-in with Candela.

Final Exam: Yes, there will be one!  More information to follow.

2nd Annual Career Field Experience Celebratory Breakfast in March:

For $10/person, through Lake Shore’s food service department.  Interns are welcome to invite ONE REPRESENTATIVE (supervisor OR coworker) of his or her choice.

• PART I: Create a paper plate award for EVERY employer.   Be creative.  Be prepared to share your paper plate award and say a few words as to why you enjoyed working for said employer/business and/or what you learned and/or how the experience will help you in the future.
• PART II: Complete a slideshow photostory with basic info+pictures+quotes from the experience(s).  Review  student blog entries since day one for pictures and quotes.  cfe-template-for-banquet.  USE THIS LINK TO EDIT.  DO NOT CHANGE THE TEMPLATE/COLORS/LAYOUT.
• PART III: Create a agenda and invitation for the event. Address envelopes+create an employer list for the security desk.  We will have a few raffle giveaways for both the employers and students including 2 Shorian Shop gifts. Welcome Address Script for 3.3 CFE Agenda tc, TABLES (1), Employer Invitation, Career Field Experience Checkin List