Description:

Students are placed with a local company to obtain practical experience in U.S. business. Placements are made according to a student's training, work experience, interests, English level, and/or career goals. Students must complete a variety of forms including: learning objectives, weekly reports, a mid-quarter evaluation and a final evaluation. In addition, the site supervisor must complete a final evaluation of the student. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the program or permission of instructor.

Outcomes:

After completing this class, students should be able to:

• Observe at a local company and obtain practical experience in a U.S. business or organization
• Plan learning objectives in conjunction with a Site Supervisor and Observation Advisor
• Complete various forms which document the student’s learning experience at the Observation site
• Meet with the Site Visitor and make effective suggestions for, and evaluations of, his/her situation