Initial Contact

• Interview: A one-time interaction where the student asks prepared questions.
• Goal: Learn about the community member's specific work.

Job Shadow

• Action: The student visits the workplace for a day or a series of days.
• Requirements: Mentors must complete a volunteer authorization form (background check) before this begins.

Evaluation

• Threshold: Usually occurs after two job shadows at the same site.
• Decision: The student and mentor decide if they want to transition into a formal internship.

Internship Setup

• The Meeting: The student’s advisor joins for a "set-up meeting."
• Outcome: Discussion of goals, expectations, and communication plans.

Internship

• Frequency: Typically weekly (ideally Wednesdays), but flexible.
• Duration: No set limit; can range from a few months to a school year.