Education & Workforce Development
Work-Based Learning
The Chamber of Commerce Hawaii creates high-quality work-based learning opportunities for our keiki through grant-funded programs. Work-based learning provides exposure and preparation that expands economic opportunity and access to social capital, while preparing students for post-secondary and career success.
About the Program
Education & Workforce Development provides work-based learning, career exposure and preparation for Hawaii’s keiki that expands economic opportunity and prepares youth for post-secondary and career success.
— Work-based learning offers —
- workplace visits
- guest speakers
- mentorship
- certifications
- industry-aligned mock job interviews
- paid internships
- educator externships
We develop partnerships with businesses and schools to build a strong homegrown talent pipeline for Hawai’’s future.
Our Signature Programs
Chamber of Commerce Hawaii Student Leadership Board
A program that empowers high school students to grow as leaders, engage with their community and connect with professionals through civic and work-based learning opportunities.
Young Professionals HI School Mentor Program
Young Professional mentors are paired with a high school leader in their community. Mentors gain valuable mentoring and management skills and inspire students to contribute to workforce development in Hawaii. Students receive support for their school projects, develop fundamental and technical skills, expand their networks, and gain guidance for the future.
National Civics Bee® Hawaii
Chamber of Commerce Hawaii partners with U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host a nonpartisan statewide civics competition. The 2024-25 National Civics Bee® encourages young Americans in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade to engage in civics and contribute to their communities.
4,281+ students, educators and school support staff experienced high-quality Work-Based Learning in 2023-24
Wanelle Kaneshiro
Hawaii DOE Workforce Development Branch
Work-Based Learning Intermediary Impact Report
School Year 2023-2024
The report highlights employer engagement, educator & student participation, and testimonials sharing the impact of our work. Find out how we expand technical and professional skills, broaden economic opportunities, and increase access to social capital.
Do’s and Don’ts of the Workplace
A comprehensive guide to success in the workplace, designed as a resource for students and anyone entering the workforce. This guide offers advice on interviews, job excellence, email and virtual etiquette, role transitions and professional attire.
Hawaii Work-Based Learning Continuum
A sequence of connected experiences helps build students’ build academic skills, employability skills and technical skills as they progress through elementary, middle and high school. Mahalo to Hawaii P20 Partnerships for Education for leading this work.
Contact Us
Learn more about upcoming programs, events and exclusive Work-Based Learning opportunities.
Mahalo to Our Supporters
