How It Works

The Teacher Externship program provides educators with relevant, real-world professional learning through an innovative partnership. Teachers connect with employees at the partner company, typically in a one-to-one mentorship model, and gain an opportunity to experience the latest real-world applications of STEM disciplines to better enhance their classroom content.

For twenty hours over the course of the summer, teachers meet with their employee mentor match to observe, discuss, and implement industry context and practices. Flexibility is a keystone feature of this program. Externships offer both in-person and virtual points of connection. Teachers and employees are encouraged to operate on the schedule that works best for them, and to use the provided materials as a guide or starting point for reaching their personal program goals.

THE BUSINESS WORLD

Explore first hand the structure of corporate business, product development, and the flow of ideas within the 21st century workplace. Get a behind the scenes look at corporate collaboration.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Experience the application and importance of interpersonal skills. See them play out in the workplace and take back real examples to students.

EDUCATION PATHWAYS

Better understand the backgrounds, degrees, and experiences that have led employees to their current role. Take a deeper look at current positions and how your students can get there.

Of teachers would recommend the experience to a colleague.

Of mentors were able to utilize their professional skills when working with their partner teachers.

Of teachers feel more prepared to connect their classroom content with real world skills.

Of teachers feel more confident in having conversations with their students about industry and career pathways.