Davis School District's Work-Based Learning program allows students to gain real-world experience and skills, discover their passions, strengths, and goals, and make informed decisions about their future education and career path
Work-Based Learning opportunities are built on strong partnerships with community and business members who support students in developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential for success in the workplace, all while connecting students to future opportunities.
Auto Mechanics, Bicycles
Arts, Dancing, Music Therapy, Musicians, Culinary Arts, Bakery
Counseling, Psychology, Speech Path, Deaf and Blind
Dental, Orthodontics, Dental Lab Techs
Education
Electrical, Mechanical, and Chemical Engineering, Computer, CAD drafting
Environmental Sciences, Nature Centers
Fashion Merchandising, Interior Design, Floral Design (spots limited)
Graphic Designers, Digital Media
Lawyer, Governments, Special Olympics(NGO), and Politicians
Law Enforcement, Police, Fire
Marketing, Business
Medical, Clinics, and Hospitals
IT, Software, Hardware
Physical Therapy
Plumbing, Construction, HVAC, Electricians, Welding
Public Relations (for Profit and not for profit), Communications, Journalism, Radio
Sales, Insurance, Real Estate
Sports Trainers
Travel and Tourism
Veterinarian
If you're a business partner interested in partnering with Davis School District to host student interns, please submit an internship request form.
A member of the Work-Based Learning team will follow up after receiving your request to walk you through the next steps.
CTE Internships help students explore careers, build skills, and prepare for postsecondary education and employment.
Students who participate in Internships:
Explore career pathways
Apply classroom learning in real workplaces
Develop employability skills
Gain industry-aligned, job-specific skills
Build confidence and career awareness
Increase engagement and motivation
Connect with industry mentors and professionals
Improve college, career, and workforce readiness
Strengthen resumes and applications
CTE Internships are a capstone-level course available to students working toward CTE Pathway completion. For more information about CTE Pathways, visit the CTE webpage or contact your high school's CTE Coordinator.
To be considered for an internship, students must meet the following criteria:
Be currently enrolled as a junior or senior in high school
Be on track for high school graduation
Demonstrate consistent and positive attendance
Be enrolled in or have completed relevant Career &
Technical Education (CTE) coursework aligned to the internship pathway
Provide their own transportation to and from the internship site
Participate in an interview with the industry mentor, if
required, prior to placement
Applications for Fall 2026 Internships will be accepted January 6 through March 6. To be considered for an internship, students must submit an application.
After Submitting Your Internship Application:
Step 1: Check Your Email
Look for a confirmation email in your DSD email account. If you do not receive a confirmation, contact rkrey@dsdmail.net.
Step 2: Application Review
Your internship coordinator will review your application to verify you meet internship eligibility requirements.
Step 3: Placement Notification
Before the end of the semester, you’ll receive an email about your placement status.
Step 4: If You’re Accepted
You’ll get your internship schedule, mentor information, and next steps to prepare. This email will come to your DSD email account.
801-402-9046
bfrancis@dsdmail.net
For questions regarding internships in the following CTE Pathways, please contact Brittany Francis:
Education
Healthcare
Human Services
801-402-9045
cwall@dsdmail.net
For questions regarding internships in the following CTE Pathways, please contact Cindy Wall:
Advanced Manufacturing
Arts, Entertainment & Design
Construction
Hospitality & Tourism
801-402-9044
jwray@dsdmail.net
For questions about internships within the following CTE Pathways, please contact Jan Wray:
Agriculture
Energy & Natural Resources
Digital Technology
Financial Services
Management & Entrepreneurship
Marketing & Sales
Public Service & Safety
Supply Chain & Transportation
Q: How long will the internship last?
A: The length of one semester.
Q: Is the internship during school hours or after school hours?
A: Internships are during school hours and generally require two consecutive class periods on a student's class schedule.
Q: How much credit will I earn on my high school transcript for the semester?
A: .5 credits per each CTE Internship class period.
Q: Will the internship start at the beginning of the semester?
A: No, interns will participate in a mandatory onboarding during the first two weeks of the semester before starting their internship hours onsite.
Q: How many hours is the internship?
A: The internship is generally six to nine hours weekly.
Q: Is this a paid or unpaid internship?
A: In general, this is an unpaid internship used for school credit and to develop professional job skills in your chosen field.
Q: Do I need to find my own internship site?
A: No, the WBL Coordinator will find a placement for you. If you have a contact for an internship, you may provide the information to the WBL Coordinator, who will follow up to see if it is an appropriate placement.
Q: Do I need to have transportation?
A: Yes. It is the parents’/guardians' responsibility to ensure students have transportation to and from the internship site.
Q: What will I wear?
A: You will dress according to the dress code at your internship worksite.
Q: Can I coordinate my own internship?
A: Yes, however, students who bring their own mentor are still required to apply. After applying, a WBL Coordinator will confirm your eligibility to participate in an internship and will ensure your internship site meets safety standards.
The NUAHEC Medical Scholar Program is a 4-credit-hour college course and experiential program that prepares students for transitioning from high school to college. This course prepares and informs students about submitting applications to competitive college healthcare programs and prepares them to find their place in our future healthcare workforce.
Upon completion, Medical Scholars receive a letter of accomplishment from the Dean of the Dumke College of Health Professions and the Director of the Northern Utah Area Health Education Center, and a certificate of completion and a graduation medal.
For more information, visit: https://www.weber.edu/nuahec/about.html
To enroll, please submit your request to register for Medical Scholars. A member of our team will review your request and notify your home high school to enroll you in Medical Scholars.
Medical Scholars is available to Juniors and Seniors who have previously taken Medical Anatomy & Physiology.
