Grades: WORK-BASED LEARNING FIELDWORK/INTERNSHIP (xP): (Course Code 770110) One-year course. Open to grades 11, 12. Pending approval by UC/CSU “G” Requirement for Elective WBL Fieldwork/Internship will provide experiential learning for students as they explore general principles of business, finance, career preparation, economics, management, marketing, entrepreneurship in conjunction with their corresponding coursework. To do this, the course will train students on key 21st Century Skills while focusing on collaboration, communication, global interconnectedness and technological applications. Assignments will draw on real-world, hands-on learning experiences, including internship work, outreach to industry professionals, job shadowing, and career research. Class time will predominantly consist of internship and on-the-job hours, learning in a professional work environment, and connecting classroom instruction with real world applications. After completing this course, students will have a strong foundation in business practices and communication, they will have developed a professional e-portfolio to showcase their learning, and they will be prepared for more advanced courses within their desired career field.