The Muskego Chamber's initiative #MentoringMyWorkforce is an important piece of our business community. Our Education & Mentoring Committee participates in several activities throughout the school year to aid students in their career goals. We partner with local public, private, and parochial schools to offer students experiential learning and career opportunities.
A dozen Chamber members gathered on Wednesday, August 7 to learn about Muskego High School's newly formed Connect Academy. College, Career Coordinator, and Experiential Learning Coordinator Jim Michlig presented the opportunities available to business partners in mentoring and connecting students with career experiences.
Six Levels of Experiences in Connect Academy
Level 1: Job Fairs
Businesses participate in the MHS Job fair to create employment awareness.
Level 2: Professional Panels
Business members volunteer to discuss career fields on professional panels in class.
Level 3: Job Shadows, Tours, & Mentors
Businesses open their facilities for tours or offer to act as mentors for students.
Level 4: Micro-Internship
Business offer unpaid, short-term internships where students receive
hands-on experience and earn high school credits.
Level 5: Training & Certifications
Businesses help develop and cultivate future workforce by offering
paid, work experience to students.
Level 6: Career Internship
Businesses offer paid, career opportunities to students who are in Connect Academy.
If your business is interested in participating at one or more of the six levels,
contact Mr. Michlig at 262-422-3069.