WHSAD now has the ability to process your working papers applications remotely. Please follow the steps below to apply for Working Papers. Step 1: Complete ONLY Part 1 and e-sign the application form located here: http://www.p12.nysed.gov/sss/documents/AT17-0320Fillable.pdfEmail the completed application form as a PDF to Ms. Wilson at wilson@whsad.org Step 2: Make sure to have your school ID, birth certificate or passport (or other federal/state ID), and your Certificate of Physical Fitness (doctor's note) ready to show Ms. Wilson during the Google Meet. If you need a form for your doctor to complete, you can find the state's template at: http://www.p12.nysed.gov/sss/documents/AT-16fillable.pd Step 3: Schedule a 15-minute … [Read more...]
Apply for Summer WBL Opportunities
Hello Sophomores and Juniors! The CTE Industry Scholars Program (CTE ISP) is hard at work planning remote opportunities for this summer for CTE students to continue their Work-Based Learning experiences! While the exact structure of these programs is still to be determined, it is possible they will include things like remote job shadowing, career exploration, and even the possibility of remote internships! This is a great way for you to continue learning about careers and post-secondary options in architecture, design, engineering, constructions, and related fields. How do you get involved??Complete the application at https://cteapplication.nycdoeopsr.org/ as soon as possible, but NO LATER than Friday, May 22nd! (Note, this … [Read more...]
Apply to DOB’s Youth Leadership Council!
This spring, in partnership with NYC Service, the NYC Department of Buildings is launching an inaugural Youth Leadership Council (YLC) for CTE high school students (grades 10-12). This YLC is for students interested in pursuing careers in architecture, engineering, sustainability, construction management/trades, and public safety. The students accepted to this council will form our very first Sustainability and Construction Safety Task Force. Receive the opportunity to learn directly from our engineers, architects, sustainability experts, and inspectors, and design and complete a major outreach project for a city agency. The NYC Department of Buildings is responsible for ensuring the safe and lawful use of … [Read more...]
Internship Opportunities for 2019-2020!
Many of you have been asking about Internship Opportunities for this year -- here's your chance! In order to be considered for ANY internships this school year (between now and June 2020), you MUST complete the online application here: http://cteapplication.nycdoeopsr.org -- make sure you have your resume ready to upload AND you answer the questions as part of your application. Once you have completed the online CTE application, you are required to complete EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION no later than November 1st. This can happen one of three ways:1) sign up for an in-person appointment at Grant Associates via this link: https://calendly.com/cteindustryscholarsinternshipprogram2) Attend a walk-in in-person session on Tuesday, October 15th … [Read more...]
Learn About WHSAD’s Work Based Learning Program
WHSAD students are not expected to wait until they graduate college to begin their first job. Experience in the workplace is as crucial to a student's education as the classroom. The goal at WHSAD is that our students enter college and begin adulthood with the advantage of learning how to lead independent, self-sustaining lives. Our work based learning program is an important component in helping us to meet this goal. Please see the following document to learn more about our work based learning program. [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/FINALVERSION.pdf"] … [Read more...]
Apply for the Apprentice Program at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden
The Brooklyn Botanic Garden is currently accepting applications for their Garden Apprentice Program (GAP), open to current 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students. You can read more about the program and the application requirements on their website at: https://www.bbg.org/learn/gap See Ms. Wilson in Room 139 if you have any questions. … [Read more...]
Internship Opportunities for Class of 2019
Hello Seniors! Many of you have been asking about Internship Opportunities for this year -- here's your FIRST chance! In order to be considered for ANY internships this school year (between now and June 2019), you MUST complete the online application here: http://cteapplication.nycdoeopsr.org -- make sure you have your resume ready to upload AND you answer the questions as part of your application. Once you have completed the online CTE application, you are required to complete Ms. Wilson's survey at: https://goo.gl/forms/RtCHYNADkAxIqv6D3 The following positions are currently available through the CTE ISP (Industry Scholars Program) Internship Program. Please read about the opportunities carefully, and see Ms. Wilson or Mr. Codio … [Read more...]
Internships Available at The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Are you a 10th or 11th grader looking to do a museum or arts-related internship this school year? The Metropolitan Museum of Art is currently accepting applications for their school-year internship program, which runs from January 5 -- June 14, 2019. The deadline to apply is October 26, 2018. You can learn more about the Met's Internship Program on their website: https://www.metmuseum.org/about-the-met/internships/high-school/school-year-high-school-internships See Ms. Wilson in Room 139 during 1st or 8th period if you have questions or want help with your application. … [Read more...]