Applications for Spring 2026 Internships will be accepted from September 2 through October 31.
Link to student internship application
Internships/Work-Based Learning
Work-Based Learning is a program that allows students to gain real-world experience and skills by participating in internships, apprenticeships, or other forms of work placements related to their career interests. WBL helps students to explore different career options, develop professional networks, and earn academic credits or credentials while working. These WBL opportunities prepare students for the transition from school to work or postsecondary education. They help students develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that are essential for success in the 21st century workplace, such as communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and creativity. WBL also helps students to discover their passions, strengths, and goals, and to make informed decisions about their future education and career paths.
*The Internships & Work-Based Learning (WBL) team has moved from the Davis Catalyst Center in Kaysville to the newly-remodeled Davis Instructional Support Center (DISC) building in Layton (2195 University Park Blvd, Layton, UT, 84041). They can be contacted at (801) 402-9040. All student internship trainings and courses will be held there in their training room.
Student application for a DSD WBL Internship
Students in a career pathway can choose to do an internship for their capstone project. To qualify for an internship, students must submit an application using the link above.
Business Partner Internship Request Form
Submit a request to host a DSD student intern at your workplace
Link to business internship request
Rachelle Ackley
CTE Work-Based Learning Supervisor
801-402-9043
rackley@dsdmail.net
For many years, the Work-Based Learning team in Davis County has partnered with thousands of community mentors. Past internship opportunities have been available in the following fields:
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
Work-Based Learning benefits:
Learn from adult role models in the field
Improve scholastic student motivation
Apply knowledge from the classroom to real-word situations
Explore career options
Help students make better decisions and plans
Improve post-secondary prospects
Help students understand workplace expectations
Expose students to state-of-the-art practices and technology
Visit our DSD CTE & Career Exploration YouTube Channel
Click here to view a sampling of 16 internships on our CTE Career Exploration YouTube channel, from the hundreds of types of internships that are available across the Wasatch Front for DSD high school students.
Frequently Asked Questions
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: Internship is during school hours and used as a CTE or elective credit. You must be able to have two class periods together.
Q: How much credit will I earn on my high school transcript for the semester?
A: One full credit for the two class periods.
Q: Will the internship start at the beginning of the semester?
A: No, there will be four days of On-line instruction/prerequisites that need to be completed in Canvas prior to going out to the internship site.
Q: How many hours is the internship?
A: The internship is six to nine hours weekly.
Q: Can I do two different internships within a semester?
A: No, your commitment to an internship site is for the semester.
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: 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 have transportation?
A: Yes. It is the parent’s responsibility to provide 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.
