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Program Details
The Work Based Learning program at OCM BOCES offers a unique opportunity for students between the ages of 16-21 to continue their academic progress while also getting an authentic work experience at one of 30+ businesses and higher education institutions that partner with us to make this program a success. Our primary goal is to help students acquire the work skills and habits they need to support job success and enhance personal growth.
Students work in a large variety of settings, from one to five days per week, under the guidance of a one-on-one job coach. They perform a wide range of tasks in the areas such as food service, retail, custodial work, administrative settings and customer service. Times are flexible but students generally work two hours each day. OCM BOCES provides work-based learning opportunities for students in our 23 component districts. We generally have more than 100 students enrolled. |
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Benefits to Students: | Benefits to Businesses: |
Increases skills and positive work habits | Develops skilled and motivated employees |
Applies classroom learning to an authentic work experience | Builds a connection between business and education partners |
Enhances communication and teamwork | Provides community service for young adults |
Establishes contacts for future employment | Provides help with assorted jobs at your business |
Our Business and Higher Education Partners: |
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RESTAURANTS | GROCERY STORES |
Blue Spruce Lounge | P&C Fresh |
Panera Bread | Price Chopper |
Pizza Hut | TOPS |
Subway | Cortland Produce Cash & Carry |
RETAILERS | HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS |
BJ's Wholesale Club | SUNY Cortland |
Ollie's Bargain Outlet | LeMoyne College |
Walmart | Syracuse University |
Tractor Supply Company |
Onondaga Community College
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Country Max | |
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTERS | AUTO REPAIR |
Baltimore Woods | Midas |
Lime Hollow Nature Center | Mr. Tire |
LOCALLY OWNED BUSINESSES |
NON-PROFITS & OTHERS
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Boxcar Press | HumaneCNY |
Brown's Moving & Storage | YMCA |
Cloud City Comics | Goodwill |
Greek Peak/Hope Lake Lodge | Access to Independence |
Bagelicious | Homer Center for the Arts |
JM McDonald Center |
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For more information, please contact:
Brett Slemmer
Work Based Learning Coordinator (315) 431-8519 bslemmer@ocmboces.org |
Allison Jennings Work Site Coordinator and Career Development Program (315) 431-8516 ajennings@ocmboces.org |