Future Plans Celebrates Work-Based Learning Opportunities Through Move Up Ohio
As part of our MoveUp Ohio initiative—funded by the U.S. Department of Labor—Future Plans is proud to sponsor 10 work-based learning internships across the Great Lakes Corridor this summer. These internships are more than just short-term placements; they are powerful stepping stones for young people actively exploring and refining their career paths.
Real-World Experience, Real-World Impact
Through hands-on experiences in fields such as construction, excavating, drafting and engineering, social media and marketing, community relations, and youth programming, students are building valuable skills that go beyond the classroom. From learning how to read blueprints and use CAD software to managing digital marketing campaigns and engaging with community stakeholders, interns are gaining:
- Professional communication and teamwork experience
- Technical and trade-specific skills
- Project management and organizational abilities
- Confidence in workplace environments
- Insight into their long-term career interests
These opportunities allow students to not only gain meaningful work experience, but also develop networks of professional contacts, which can be critical for their future success.
Thank You to Our Partners
We are deeply grateful to the employers and organizations who have opened their doors and invested in the next generation of Ohio’s workforce. Thank you to:
- Greater Sandusky Partnership
- Ohio Gas Company
- B&M Farms
- WEDCO (Williams County Economic Development Corporation)
- First Tee of Lake Erie West
- Stantz Construction
- Fisher-Titus Medical Center
Your mentorship, time, and resources are helping shape the futures of young professionals and creating a stronger, more skilled regional workforce.
MoveUp Ohio remains committed to helping students discover their potential and build meaningful futures. Work-based learning internships are just one example of how strategic collaboration can lead to transformative outcomes.
If you'd like to learn more about our work or explore partnership opportunities, please contact Pam Mohler at pamm@futureplans.org
