All Work-Based Learning Resources

Consider needs specific to your students and partners when implementing work-based learning. Use NAF's customizable templates to make each engagement personalized to your needs.

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Internship Application Tracking Template

Use this template to track your internship search, including the internship titles, companies, deadlines, dates you apply, and notes.

How to Complete a Reflection Form

Steps to help students complete the NAF Reflection Form.

Student Activity

Student Skills Self-Assessment

Template for students to evaluate their development of the 6 Future Ready Skills.

Presentation Template - Guest Speaker

A slide deck template to help volunteers prepare their guest speaker presentation.

KnoPro - Challenge Yourself and Change The World!

With KnoPro, students solve real-world problems they care about (in teams or solo!); build in-demand skills for resumes or college applications;...

Future Ready Skills Assessment Sample

A PDF example of the Future Ready Skills Assessment. Formerly NAF's Internship Assessment.

WBL Plan & Calendar Spreadsheet

Intentionally plan work-based learning activities for all students in your academy.

WBL Activity Definitions

A glossary that defines each work-based learning activity across the WBL Continuum (Career Awareness, Exploration, & Preparation)

Student Resume and Cover Letter Guide

Showcase education, experience, and skills through resume and cover letter creation. This guide contains step-by-step instructions and has several...

WBL Reflection Form Questions

Preview the list of questions students will answer during their post WBL reflection.

WBL Tracking Spreadsheet

Track WBL that occurs in your Academy throughout the school year.

Internship Checklist

Use this checklist to complete important steps before you apply, when you receive an offer, when you accept an offer, and after your first day.

Counting KnoPro Challenges towards NAFTrack Certification

Learn how KnoPro Challenges can be classified as WBL activities, based on the number of hours completed and depth of mentorship students receive....

Counting CTSO activities towards NAFTrack Certification

This resource outlines how students participating in CTSOs can have their activities fulfill different elements of NAFTrack Certification.

Internship Recruitment One-Pager

This one-pager provides an overview of NAF's internship criteria. You can add your name and contact information in the fillable field at the...

Sample Resume 1

Editable version of Sample Resume 1, featured in the Student Resume & Cover Letter Guide

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Social Capital: The Power of Relationships

Come on a quest to learn about how who you know matters and ways to build your social capital to help you achieve your goals. Brought to you by...

Partner Interest Survey

Use this survey to gauge new partners' interest in work-based learning or advisory board involvement.

WBL Planning Timeline Checklist

Detailed planning timeline checklist for all work-based learning activities that you can customize based on your needs.

Health Professions Associations Outreach Toolkit

A short guide with strategies to locate and contact health professions associations and an customizable email template

Project of Value Plan

Showcase growth and learning through a Project of Value during a career preparation experience such as an internship, mentored industry project,...

Student Timeline - Informational Interview

Timeline for planning and implementing an informational interview.

Finding Professionals to Reach Out To

Students are guided through how to find prospective candidates for informational interviews.

Phone and Video Call Etiquette and Scripts

Students are provided with phone and video call etiquette tips in advance of an informational interview.

The Value of High School Internships

Help students understand the importance of internships using this short lesson plan.

Student Thank You Note

Customizable Thank You email template for student(s) to send to WBL volunteer(s) after an event.

Communications Toolkit

Customizable email templates to use for recruiting and communicating with WBL volunteers from local businesses.

WBL Research Prep Activity for Students

Help students prepare for work-based learning activities through a research activity where students answer a few questions related to the upcoming...

Student Aspirations Template

Template for students to brainstorm and keep track of careers of interest

Student Activity

Personality & Your Career

This student activity has students complete a personality test and connect their results to possible career options.

Student Activity

Solving International Challenges

This activity has students explore various cultures to widen social awareness and practice problem-solving by creating solutions to avoid cultural...

Student Connections Template

Template for students to compile and update a list of their professional contacts

Student Activity

Interviewing Career Professionals

In this activity, students will be interviewing individuals with connections that might be helpful to their future career aspirations.

Student Activity

Close By Connections

In this activity, students will gain knowledge about what connections are and help them connect to people in their community that could have a...

Converting Jobs to Internships Checklist

Help students understand and take ownership of converting their job to a growth-focused internship.

Data Analysis Template

Use this template to analyze the data you collected through the WBL Participation and Reflection Form to begin determining impact.

WBL Key Concepts

One page overview of WBL standards, the 3 outcomes of ODWBL, and the WBL Continuum.

Educator Development Opportunities

This resource provides an overview of work-based activities educators can engage in to gain a deeper understanding of industries and career trends...

ODWBL Overview Video

Learn more about NAF's outcomes-driven WBL approach, including the 3 student success outcomes (aspirations, skills, and connections).

ODWBL Overview for Educators

Resource outlining student success outcomes (Aspirations, Skills, & Connections) and how they are tied to WBL activities.

Future Ready Skills Overview

Descriptions of each of the 6 Future Ready Skills that students will be developing and receiving feedback on throughout their NAF experience

3 Student Goals for ODWBL

Overview of Aspirations, Skills, and Connections goals for students

Future Ready Skills for Students

Descriptions of each of the 6 Future Ready Skills that students will be developing and receiving feedback on throughout their NAF experience.

WBL Standards

Understand NAF's continuum of work-based learning activities and standards for high quality work-based learning.

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CCR vs WBL

Explore the differences between College and Career Readiness activities and Work-Based Learning as well as what makes WBL unique.

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Planning for WBL Part 1

Explore elements of planning impactful work-based learning, understanding where to begin when building work-based learning programs and...

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Planning for WBL Part 2

Dive into the work-based learning cycle and develop a work-based learning calendar that fits specific needs of your academy.

Web of Support Activity

A companion activity for the Social Capital: The Power of Relationships video

WBL Activity All-Stars Collection

View innovative activities from across the NAF Network and learn how to replicate them in your academy.

Designing for Impact Guide

Guide for educators with insights and strategies for planning high-impact WBL activities

ODWBL Continuum Comparison

How the 3 outcomes align with each phase of the WBL Continuum (Career Awareness, Exploration, and Preparation)

WBL Engagements and Skills Crosswalk

Each work-based learning engagement provides an opportunity for students to learn and practice Future Ready Skills. Use this resource to identify...

Resume Writing Presentation

Prepare students to write their resume with this short presentation.

Sample Resume 2

Editable version of Sample Resume 2, featured in the Student Resume & Cover Letter Guide

Sample Resume 3

Editable version of Sample Resume 3, featured in the Student Resume & Cover Letter Guide

Mentoring Guide

Build intentional connections between students and mentors. Explore mentorship resources to start a mentorship program and engage partners in your...

Sample Interview Questions

View a range of sample interview questions commonly asked by employers as part of the internship or job search process.

Lesson Plan Integration & Implementation Guide

Strategies for how to implement the outcomes-driven work-based learning lesson plans, which are designed to help teachers explore integration...

WBL Lesson Plan

Informational Interview

This lesson plan provides students a tailored approach to implementing informational interviews.

WBL Lesson Plan

Prepare for a Worksite Tour

This lesson plan focuses on the preparation and reflection element involved in a worksite tour.

WBL Lesson Plan

Skills Workshop

Take a traditional guest speaker activity to the next level, inviting partners to teach career-relevant skills to students. This activity is best...

WBL Lesson Plan

Mock Interviews

This lesson plan takes a deep dive into mock interviews, which allow students to practice their interview skills and get valuable feedback from...

WBL Lesson Plan

Resume Review

Use this lesson plan with junior students who are preparing for an internship or senior students who are preparing for postsecondary study and...

Professional Dress Guidelines

Learn more about how to make a positive impression by dressing professionally, whether for in-person or virtual work-related experiences.

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Converting Jobs to Internships

Learn how to elevate a part-time job into an internship to increase learning opportunities.

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Roadmap to Virtual Internships

Explore the key aspects to planning a virtual internship.

Mentored Industry Project Implementation Guide

Review key elements of Mentored Industry Projects, facilitation, and the role of students, educators, and partners as individual stakeholders.

Mentored Industry Project FAQ

Explore frequently asked questions about Mentored Industry Project implementation and facilitation.

MHA Labs Feedback Formula Overview

Use this helpful framework as a tool when providing interns with feedback.

Onboarding Checklist

List of logistics to confirm as your intern starts.

Daily, Weekly, Monthly Check-Ins

Checklist of suggestions for meeting with your intern.

Onboarding Email Templates

Templates you can adapt and use to send messages to your intern on specific topics.

Internship Project of Value Plan

Customizable template for planning a substantial project your intern can complete.

Virtual Connect

Strategies for building intentional connections virtually between interns, their peers, and host organizations.

Back Pocket Projects Overview & Templates

Customizable templates for supplemental projects you can give your intern.

Student Professional Development Resources

Links to videos, articles, and other sources students can view and use as they development their Future Ready Skills

Giving Your Intern Feedback

One-page feedback framework developed by MHA Labs.

Helping Your Intern Feel Welcome

One-page guide on how to enable students to come to work as their authentic selves.

Moments of Mental Wellness

Tools you and your intern can use to pause, reflect, and recharge.

Cultivating Connections with Your Fellow Internship Supervisors

Strategies for cultivating peer networks with other internship supervisors.

Future Ready Skills Assessment Step-by-Step Guide

Outlines each step for successfully completing the Future Ready Skills Assessment.

How to Complete the Future Ready Skills Assessment

Video walking you through each step of completing the Future Ready Skills Assessment. Formerly this is NAF's Internship Assessment.

Future Ready Skills Assessment Notes

Template you can use to track your intern's performance over time.

Future Ready Forever - Introduction for NAF Students

In this video, you will learn what the Future Ready Skills are and where they will fit into your NAF academy experience. You can then move on and...

Problem Solving

In this video, you will learn about Problem Solving, one of the 6 Future Ready Skills you'll need to succeed no matter what path you choose...

Planning for Success

In this video, you will learn about Planning for Success, one of the 6 Future Ready Skills you'll need to succeed no matter what path you...

Initiative & Self-Direction

In this video, you will learn about Initiative & Self-Direction, one of the 6 Future Ready Skills you'll need to succeed no matter what...

Collaboration

In this video, you will learn about Collaboration, one of the 6 Future Ready Skills you'll need to succeed no matter what path you choose to...

Social Awareness

In this video, you will learn about Social Awareness, one of the 6 Future Ready Skills you'll need to succeed no matter what path you choose...

Communication

In this video, you will learn about Communication, one of the 6 Future Ready Skills you'll need to succeed no matter what path you choose to...

Roadtrip Nation

Visit Roadtrip Nation's site for stories and tools to help you find your career path.

Roadtrip Nation Experience for Students

Wondering about career possibilities based on your skills and interests? Check out the Roadtrip Nation Experience (RTNE)! You can choose from 5...

STEMS Careers Coalition

Student-facing modules built by NAF and Discovery Ed to build your professional identity and understanding networking.

SkillsBuild Online Course

Students can earn a digital badge for completing the Job Application Essentials modules built by NAF and IBM.

MENTOR

Find resources and more related to becoming a mentor.

Internships Overview

Internships are an excellent chance for you to develop your skills and build connections while gaining an inside look at the realities of...

Internship Search Checklist

Use this checklist to help guide you through the steps for finding & applying for internships.

Internship Search Resources

Explore strategies and links to learn more about finding different internship opportunities.

Preparing for Internship Interviews

Steps to take so you ace your interview!

Handling Internship Offers & Rejections

Actions to take as you start hearing back about the status of your internship applications.

Sample Interview Thank You Note

Use this as a starting point for writing a thank you note, which should be sent by email or mail no more than 1-2 days after interviewing.

10 Ways to Make the Most Out of Your Internship

An article from the Early Careers Center of Excellence (EC CoE) at Thomson Reuters

Internship Preparation Lessons Educator Guide

Internship Preparation Lessons are designed intentionally to provide the most impactful internship readiness experience. Learn more about how to...

My Story, My Strengths, My Goals

Students identify their strengths and how they can use them to start figuring out their professional identity and what they want to get out of...

My First Day

Students explore what a first day might look like and how they can best prepare themselves while maintaining self-authenticity.

On The Job (Verbal)

Students navigate the intricacies of verbal and non-verbal communication, including active listening, within the context of a workplace environment.

On The Job (Written)

Students explore the intricacies of written communication and make communication style decisions.

What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

Students are equipped with a growth mindset to help them embody adaptability and problem-solving for unexpected obstacles they may face in the...

Monday Meetings

Students understand how they can best utilize and get the most out of gatherings like a Monday Meeting.

Let's Get Lunch

Students practice navigating a more relaxed environment, a business lunch, practicing how to be casual while still maintaining overall...

Busy Project Week

Students practice being helpful during a busy work week while still being mindful of their own work boundaries and having others respect those...

Supervisor's Vacation

Students figure our how to problem-solve situations that may arise if their supervisor is away.

Farewell, but not Goodbye

Students see the importance of networking, including peer-to-peer networking, and places emphasis on being polite, memorable, and proving their...

ODWBL Tech Tools Overview

Learn about the various tech tools available to help support outcomes-driven work-based learning.

WBL Tracker Back to School Essentials

View "need to know" info. about the WBL Tracker for the new school year, including some new features and ways to improve your workflow....

WBL Participation Tracker and Reflection Form Overview

Learn about the benefits and features of the new WBL Participation Tracker and Reflection Form.

How to Add an Activity

Learn how to add an activity in the WBL Participation Tracker.

How to Add Students to an Activity

Learn how to add students to an activity in the WBL Participation Tracker.

WBL Participation Tracker - Student Sign-Ups

Students can add themselves to a WBL activity in the WBL Participation Tracker.

How to Edit an Activity

Learn how to edit an activity in the WBL Participation Tracker.

How to Deactivate an Activity

Learn how to deactivate an activity in the WBL Participation Tracker.

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Reflectoscope - Why Reflection Matters

Being able to reflect on different experiences enables you to be better prepared for what's next. When it comes to work-based learning...

How to Access Reflection Form Responses

Learn how to access Reflection Form responses and see an activities impact.

How to Reflect and Why It Matters

Help students understand the importance of reflecting on their WBL experiences.

WBL Skills Feedback Questions

Preview the list of questions professionals will answer during their post WBL skills assessment.

How to Use/Share the WBL Skills Feedback Survey

Steps to share the WBL Skills Feedback Survey with industry partners.

How to Access Skills Feedback Responses

Learn how to access Skills Feedback survey submissions and see how students skills are developing.

Glossary of Terms

A list of terms and definitions for the WBL Participation Tracker.

WBL Storytelling Templates

Harness the power of data to bring the story of your academy to life and share it! By using NAF's easily customizable Canva templates, you...

WBL Storytelling Templates Design Examples

View examples of the WBL Storytelling templates for Advisory Boards, Partners, Students, and Parents, as well as directions for using Canva to...

Using WBL Tracker Data with Advisory Boards

This resource is designed to help PMs teach Advisory Board members how to use data from the WBL Tracker.

ODWBL Overview for Partners

Information for partners about NAF's outcomes-driven WBL approach

ODWBL Overview for Advisory Board Members

Summary of the 3 Student Success Outcomes (Aspirations, Skills, and Connections) and how Advisory Board members can help support WBL activities...

Preparation Guide - Guest Speaker

An overview for partners of what to expect before, during, and after supporting a Guest Speaker engagement.

Preparation Guide - Worksite Tour

An overview of what to expect before, during, and after supporting a Worksite Tour engagement.

Preparation Guide - Career Fair

An overview of what to expect before, during, and after supporting a Career Fair engagement.

Preparation Guide - Informational Interview

An overview of what to expect before, during, and after supporting an Informational Interview engagement.

Preparation Guide - Job Shadow

An overview of what to expect before, during, and after supporting a Job Shadow engagement.

Preparation Guide - Mock Interview

An overview of what to expect before, during, and after supporting a Mock Interview engagement.

Preparation Guide - Resume Review

An overview of what to expect before, during, and after supporting a Resume Review engagement.

Preparation Guide - Skills Workshop

An overview of what to expect before, during, and after supporting a Skills Workshop engagement.

Preparation Guide - Mentorship

An overview of what to expect before, during, and after supporting a mentoring engagement.

Preparation Guide - Partner Engagement Project

An overview of what to expect before, during, and after supporting a Partner Engagement project.

Rating Sheet

Help partners provide meaningful feedback for students during the interview process. Use this Rating Sheet to help students understand their mock...

WBL Webinar - Completing the Future Ready Skills Assessment

This webinar covers how the Internship Assessment has been updated to align with the 6 Future Ready Skills, with an increased emphasis on students...

Ace Your Interview - Resume & Interview Tips for Success from KPMG and World Wide Technology

Career and internship opportunities often begin with a well-crafted resume to help you get noticed followed by a successful interview. This...

Featuring: KPMG LLC & UnitedHealth Group

The Art of Personal Branding for Future Success

Explore The Art of Personal Branding for Future Success with experts from KPMG LLC & UnitedHealth Group (UHG). Learn how to market yourself,...

Internship Prep KnoPro Skillbuilders

These skillbuilders are designed to get you ready for the kinds of situations and tasks you will likely encounter during an internship.

Student Workbook

Use this interactive notebook to store your answers to Skillbuilders before submitting them in KnoPro.

Featuring: KPMG LLC & Lenovo

The Future Workforce: AI and Your Career

With the introduction of AI, the world of work is changing fast. To prepare, you'll need to learn new skills and find creative ways to use...

Working with Student Interns

Best practices on managing and/or interacting with student interns

KnoPro Internship Prep Skillbuilders

Internship Prep KnoPro Skillbuilders: Educator Guide

This guide walks you through how to use KnoPro's Internship Prep Skillbuilders with your students in class or as assignments.

KnoPro Internship Prep Skillbuilders

Internship Supervisor Guide

Looking for short activities for your interns to do? KnoPro's Internship Prep Skillbuilders focus on key topics to help your interns further...

Student Industry Conference Resources

Access resources to help you plan, prepare for, and host a Student Industry Conference.

The Benefits of In-school Student Mentoring

Learn about the benefits of mentoring for high school students through mentorship success stories.

Shadow Account for NAFTrack Students

Step-by-Step Guide for Students to Sign-Up for WBL

Students can check themselves into any activity in the WBL Tracker.

How Students Can Sign Up for a Work-Based Learning Activity

Walk through the steps of having students sign in to an activity created in the WBL Participation Tracker.

ODWBL Best Practices

Ideas to assist you as you learn more about the Outcomes-Driven WBL approach and implement it.

WBL Continuum and Tracking ODWBL

A guide on what tracking tools to use for each phase of the continuum.

Planning Checklist - Mentorship

This checklist features step-by-step tasks to ensure seamless execution for a successful Mentorship event!

Planning Checklist - Informational Interview

This checklist features step-by-step tasks to ensure seamless execution for a successful Informational Interview event!

Planning Checklist - Worksite Tour

This checklist features step-by-step tasks to ensure seamless execution for a successful Worksite Tour event!

Planning Checklist - Mock Interview

This checklist features step-by-step tasks to ensure seamless execution for a successful Mock Interview event!

Planning Checklist - Guest Speaker

This checklist features step-by-step tasks to ensure seamless execution for a successful Guest Speaker event!

Planning Checklist - Resume Review

This checklist features step-by-step tasks to ensure seamless execution for a successful Resume Review event!

World Wide Technology

Explore the corporate hiring profile for World Wide Technology, a $20 billion global technology leader in AI, cybersecurity, cloud, digital...

Marriott

Explore the corporate hiring profile for Marriott, who offers the most powerful portfolio in the industry with over 30 leading brands and over...

Lenovo

Explore the corporate hiring profile for Lenovo, a $69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and...

KPMG

Explore the corporate hiring profile for KPMG, a full-service firm with multidisciplinary capabilities and integrated approaches provide the wide...

NAF & America Succeeds Skills Alignment

Two frameworks, complementary goals: NAF's Future Ready Skills and the Durable Skills framework from America Succeeds / Pathsmith™

Informational Interview Activity Brainstorming & Planning Template

Use this template to start framing out how you will implement an informational interview activity.

WBL Volunteer Recruitment Template

Customize this template to highlight your academy and send to potential WBL volunteers & partners.

Outreach to Potential WBL Volunteers

This one-pager provides multiple strategies, including how to use AI to draft and edit an outreach message.

WBL Volunteer Recruitment Sources & Strategies

This guide details the many sources you can tap into to recruit WBL volunteers and strategies you can use for how to engage with them.

People-Powered Pathways: Lessons in how to build students’ social capital through career-connected learning

by Robert Markle, Anna Arsenault, and Julia Freeland Fisher, Christensen Institute

From Ideas to Action: 5 Strategies to build students’ relationships

by Julia Freeland Fisher, Christensen Institute

Developmental Relationships - Relationships to help young people thrive

by Search Institute

Social capital: Why we need it and how we can create more of it

by Isabel Sawhill, Brookings

Social Capital Is A Missing Ingredient In Most Education Systems

by Matt Gandal, Forbes

Relationships as Outcomes: Updates from the Field Measuring Students’ Networks

by Christensen Institute

Enhancing Education and Career Pathways Through Peer and Near-Peer Social Capital

by Search Institute

Positioning Mentors as Social Capital Builders

by Search Institute

Social Capital Talk - Julia Freeland Fisher

Christensen Institute's Julia Freeland Fisher delivers a talk on multiple dimensions of social capital - from the NAF Next 2023 Conference.

The Power of Social Capital Featuring Dr. Ashley Boat - NAF Research + Tech Talk Series

NAF's Dr. Nick Minar sat down with Dr. Ashley Boat, an applied research scientist from the Search Institute. We discussed her recent pilot...

Introduction to Social Capital for Researchers

Webinar hosted by the Institute for Social Capital

Advisory Boards are a great bridge between the classroom and workplace. Visit the Advisory Board Resource page to find resources to help involve advisory board members when planning and implementing work-based learning.

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