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Work-Based Learning & Internships

Munster High School’s Work-Based Learning Program gives students meaningful, real-world experience in career fields that match their interests. Working in partnership with their site mentor and the school’s internship coordinator, each student develops a personalized training plan that outlines the skills they will learn and the responsibilities they will take on at their placement.

Throughout the internship, students participate in on-site work guided by industry mentors and complete related coursework designed to support their professional growth. With opportunities across a wide range of career areas, students can explore their passions, build practical skills, and gain a strong head start on their future pathways.

As an extension of our classrooms, the internship program not only enriches student learning but also creates valuable partnerships with local businesses interested in supporting Munster High School students.

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INTERNSHIP BENEFITS FOR STUDENTS

  • Apply academic knowledge in a professional setting
  • Improve creativity and innovation
  • Develop workplace problem-solving skills
  • Develop workplace technology skills
  • Engage in continual self-reflection
  • Expand career opportunities and networks

INTERNSHIP BENEFITS FOR BUSINESS PARTNERS

  • Create relationships for future recruiting
  • Foster school and business relationships
  • Develop employee skills for local workforce
  • Engage employees in fostering a growth mindset for interns
  • Publicize educational involvement in community
MHS Internship Brochure

Click HERE to view the Internship Brochure.

Interested in
becoming a Mentor?

Our work-based learning program thrives because of the dedication and expertise of our incredible site mentors.

If you’re passionate about developing the next generation of professionals in your field, we invite you to partner with us. Become a mentor today and make a lasting impact on a student’s future!

Click here to
complete the Mentor Interest Form

Ashley Taylor-Ebert

Internship Coordinator
219.836.3200 x3285

IS THIS A PAID INTERNSHIP PROGRAM?

Students are not paid during internship hours, but some businesses have established supplemental paid work opportunities for students after school, on the weekends, and during school breaks.

WHEN ARE STUDENTS AVAILABLE?

Our MHS internship staff will work with your business to ensure student schedules best align with your needs and will provide you with detailed information regarding our school schedule.

HOW DO I GET MATCHED WITH A STUDENT?

The Munster High School Internship Program is an optional opportunity for upperclassmen to gain real-world experience in their areas of interest. Participation continues to grow each year, with more than 25 students currently involved. Program staff work closely with students to identify internship placements that support their professional growth and align with their intended career pathways.

HOW DO I GET STARTED?

You are welcome to contact the MHS Internship Coordinator at any time with questions or to express interest in the program. We are always looking for local business partners who are eager to support our students!  Internship placements are generally matched twice a year to align with the semester schedule.