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  • Indiana Work-Based Learning Conference, Featuring the 20th Annual Impact Awards

    Embassy Suites Noblesville 13700 Conference Center Dr S, Noblesville, IN, United States

    This event is now sold out! Presented in partnership between the Institute for Workforce Excellence and the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, the Indiana Work-Based Learning Conference is a convening of best practices and sharing of ideas toward growth and partnership within workforce and education. It will take place on a new date, February 12th, at the Embassy Suites in Noblesville. The program is brought to you by Project Lead The Way. The 20th Annual Impact Awards Luncheon will be held as part of the conference. Register to attend the entire event or only the Impact Awards program, which will celebrate [...]

  • Introduction to Work and Learn Indiana and EARN Indiana

    Virtual, via Zoom

    The Institute for Workforce Excellence is hosting a workshop for employers to learn more about the Institute’s Work and Learn Indiana program – specifically, how to create quality work-based learning opportunities and take advantage of EARN Indiana funding. Work and Learn Indiana has partnered with the Indiana Commission for Higher Education since 2013 to offer employers a 50% wage reimbursement for work-based learning experiences. In 2019, the program expanded to include high school students. The Employment Aid Readiness Network (EARN) Indiana program is available to employers that offer high-quality work-based learning experiences and hire an eligible Indiana high school or college student. [...]

  • Foundations of High-Quality Work-Based Learning: Building the Foundation for Success (Session 1 of 3)

    Virtual, via Zoom

    This training is designed for industry partners who are committed to delivering impactful work-based learning (WBL) experiences. This foundational course explores the core elements that define high-quality WBL and provides participants with the tools, strategies, and frameworks needed to build, implement, and sustain successful programs. Whether you're new to WBL or seeking to strengthen existing efforts, this session provides a solid foundation for developing programs that prepare employers for success. Learning Objectives: Understand the types and purposes of WBL (job shadowing, internships, apprenticeships, etc.) Define high-quality WBL components (structural, currency based, competency based, etc.) Learn the employer’s role in education-to-career [...]

    $100

  • Managing the WBL Experience (Session 2 of 3)

    Virtual, via Zoom

    This session focuses on intentional design, ensuring that every WBL experience is thoughtfully planned, aligned to learning objectives, and tailored to meet the developmental needs of students. Throughout the session participants will engage with the development of strategic documentation, processes, and procedures to improve or implement within their work-based learning program. Learning Objectives: Learn how to design a structured and impactful WBL program Understand how to onboard, train, and support learners effectively Develop internship descriptions, project plans, assignments Topics Covered: Setting clear expectations and deliverables Onboarding and orientation best practices Effective mentorship and coaching strategies Troubleshooting common challenges Sessions in [...]

    $100

  • WBL Evaluation, Feedback, and Continuous Improvement (Session 3 of 3)

    Virtual, via Zoom

    This training is results-driven, designed to help employer partners assess and enhance the effectiveness of work-based learning (WBL) programs. As WBL continues to grow as a critical component of career readiness, ensuring its quality and relevance through ongoing evaluation is essential. Learning Objectives: Understand how to evaluate learner and program performance Learn how to gather and apply feedback for future cohorts Explore recognition, retention, and recruitment strategies Topics Covered: Creating evaluation rubrics and feedback forms Gathering feedback from students and supervisors Highlighting WBL success stories and showcasing talent Using WBL to build a long-term talent pipeline Sessions in this workshop [...]

    $100

  • Introduction to Work and Learn Indiana and EARN Indiana

    Virtual, via Zoom

    The Institute for Workforce Excellence is hosting a workshop for employers to learn more about the Institute’s Work and Learn Indiana program – specifically, how to create quality work-based learning opportunities and take advantage of EARN Indiana funding. Work and Learn Indiana has partnered with the Indiana Commission for Higher Education since 2013 to offer employers a 50% wage reimbursement for work-based learning experiences. In 2019, the program expanded to include high school students. The Employment Aid Readiness Network (EARN) Indiana program is available to employers that offer high-quality work-based learning experiences and hire an eligible Indiana high school or college student. [...]

  • Youth Employment & Work-Based Learning: A Conversation with the U.S. Department of Labor – Wage and Hour Division

    Virtual, via Zoom

    Join the Institute for Workforce Excellence for an informative virtual conversation with the U.S. Department of Labor - Wage and Hour Division focused on youth employment, with a special emphasis on expanding and strengthening work‑based learning opportunities. Lacey Houle, representing the Department of Labor - Wage & Hour Division, will share insights on national priorities, best practices, and emerging trends that support young people in gaining valuable skills and pathways to meaningful careers. Participants will have the opportunity to learn, ask questions, and explore strategies that can be applied in their own communities and programs. This session is ideal for [...]

  • Engaging Student Workers: A Practical Guide to WBL Compliance in Indiana

    Virtual, via Zoom

    As Indiana continues to expand work-based learning (WBL) opportunities for students, employers are increasingly engaging youth workers through internships, apprenticeships, and school-connected placements. While these programs are essential to talent development, they also introduce complex legal and compliance obligations, particularly under recent legislation such as Indiana House Bill 1098 (HB 1098). This one-hour webinar will equip employers and workforce partners with clear, practical guidance on how to engage student workers confidently and compliantly in work-based learning settings. The session will focus on answering the most frequently asked questions and helping participants interpret how HB 1098 impacts workers’ compensation coverage, employer [...]

  • Youth Employment & Work-Based Learning: A Conversation with the U.S. Department of Labor – Wage and Hour Division

    Join the Institute for Workforce Excellence for an informative virtual conversation with the U.S. Department of Labor - Wage and Hour Division focused on youth employment, with a special emphasis on expanding and strengthening work-based learning opportunities. Lacey Houle, representing the Department of Labor - Wage and Hour Division, will share insights on national priorities, best practices, and emerging trends that support young people in gaining valuable skills and pathways to meaningful careers. Participants will have the opportunity to learn, ask questions, and explore strategies that can be applied in their own communities and programs. Date: Updated to August 20, [...]

    Free
  • WBL Training Ad

    Designing and Delivering High-Quality Work-Based Learning: From Foundations to Impact

    Training Description: This comprehensive 3-hour virtual training equips industry partners with the knowledge, tools, and strategies needed to design, implement, and continuously improve high-quality work-based learning (WBL) programs. Participants will explore the full lifecycle of WBL from understanding foundational elements and employer roles to intentionally designing meaningful learning experiences and evaluating program impact. Ideal for both new and experienced partners, this session blends practical guidance with actionable frameworks to help organizations build structured, compliant, and engaging WBL opportunities that support learner success and strengthen talent pipelines. By the end of the training, participants will be prepared to create impactful WBL [...]

    $200
  • Work and Learn Introduction Workshop

    Introduction to Work and Learn Indiana and EARN Indiana

    Virtual, via Zoom

    The Institute for Workforce Excellence is hosting a workshop for employers to learn more about the Institute’s Work and Learn Indiana program – specifically, how to create quality work-based learning opportunities and take advantage of EARN Indiana funding. Work and Learn Indiana has partnered with the Indiana Commission for Higher Education since 2013 to offer employers a 50% wage reimbursement for work-based learning experiences. In 2019, the program expanded to include high school students. The Employment Aid Readiness Network (EARN) Indiana program is available to employers that offer high-quality work-based learning experiences and hire an eligible Indiana high school or college student. [...]

  • Work and Learn Introduction Workshop

    Introduction to Work and Learn Indiana and EARN Indiana

    Virtual, via Zoom

    The Institute for Workforce Excellence is hosting a workshop for employers to learn more about the Institute’s Work and Learn Indiana program – specifically, how to create quality work-based learning opportunities and take advantage of EARN Indiana funding. Work and Learn Indiana has partnered with the Indiana Commission for Higher Education since 2013 to offer employers a 50% wage reimbursement for work-based learning experiences. In 2019, the program expanded to include high school students. The Employment Aid Readiness Network (EARN) Indiana program is available to employers that offer high-quality work-based learning experiences and hire an eligible Indiana high school or college student. [...]