Student Intern - WBL Program

DescriptionPosition Title: Part-time Admin Professional - UVA Work-Based Student Intern

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Category: Part-time

Salary Schedule: None

Salary Range: $1,000 per semester

Position Code: STWBL Unassigned

Immediate Supervisor: CCTE Coordinator

Office Location: Vary by placement; student must provide transportation

Work Schedule: Varies by placement and is set by the employer while following state and local guidelines, 106.2 total hours required

University View Academy - Student Internship

POSITION SUMMARY:

The internship is a work-based learning experience in which the UVA student will work with an employer for a specified period to learn about a particular occupation or industry. The workplace activities involved with the internship could include special projects, a sample of tasks from different jobs, or tasks from a single occupation. Internships must incorporate at least 26.55 hours of classroom instruction and a minimum of 106.2 hours of on-the-job training in accordance with the requirements of the Louisiana Department of Education Work-Based Learning guidelines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Participate in the classroom phase of the internship a minimum of once per week throughout the course, completing at least 26.55 hours of classroom instruction, which may be completed virtually.

Attend and actively participate in weekly Learning Circles as scheduled by University View Academy.
Complete all assignments, activities, and assessments posted in the UVA Internship course by the assigned deadlines.

Complete a minimum of 106.2 hours of on-the-job training with an approved employer partner.

Adhere to the work schedule established by the employer, understanding that schedules may vary based on internship placement, business needs, and industry requirements.
Demonstrate professionalism, including punctuality, appropriate dress, respectful behavior, and adherence to workplace expectations.
Complete assigned tasks and projects at the internship site under the supervision of a workplace mentor and/or designee.
Apply classroom instruction to real-world workplace tasks aligned with the student’s career interests and pathway.
Follow all workplace safety rules, policies, and procedures.
Maintain confidentiality by respecting workplace privacy and employer policies.

Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and UVA staff, including prompt communication regarding absences or scheduling conflicts.
Accurately track work hours, duties, and skills learned using UVA-provided documentation.
Participate in required evaluations, check-ins, and reflections coordinated by UVA and the workplace mentor.
Develop employability skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, time management, responsibility, and accountability.
Represent UVA, the internship site, and yourself positively within the workplace and the community.

COMPETENCIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Adaptability: Adjusts positively to new tasks, schedules, feedback, and workplace environments.
Communication: Effectively listens, speaks, and writes in a professional and academic environment.
Leadership: Demonstrates initiative, dependability, and the ability to take ownership of tasks while modeling positive workplace behaviors.