Industry Partners
Join hundreds of businesses and professionals in NYC that have recognized the value of supporting Career and Technical Education. Partnering with CTE builds a necessary connection between industry and education—leveraging the professional expertise, insights and talents of today to inform, educate and prepare the aspiring talents of tomorrow. Every school year, dedicated Industry Commissions brings together professionals, businesses, nonprofits, colleges and postsecondary institutions for an opportunity to connect with CTE school teachers and administrators. Discussions include a variety of topics with a general focus on industry trends, hiring practices, workforce needs, teaching resources, and professional development opportunities.
Be the voice that shapes the future! Contact us to learn how you can help inspire and educate CTE students.
Amy Chasan, Senior Director for Employer Engagement
Examples of how you can support students and teachers:
Supporting CTE Students
An essential part of a CTE experience is for students to gain exposure to work experiences. Through events like Career Discovery Week, businesses and organizations come together to inspire and engage NYC youth. Below are some of the many ways you can support students' preparation for college and career pathways.
Internships
- Provide work experience and guided supervision through internships funded by the DOE for CTE juniors and seniors
Workplace Tours or Job Shadow opportunities
- Offer students a chance to observe and learn about your business and explore your worksite
Career Days or Fairs
- Share your career and college pathway experiences with students at a school or your worksite
Mock or Informational Interviews
- Help students master their networking and interviewing skills through events at a school or your worksite
Supporting CTE Teachers and Schools
At the core of every high-quality CTE program is a committed CTE teacher who strives to ensure their programs meet industry needs. Consider the following opportunities that allow teachers to learn about industry trends and talent pipeline needs.
Professional Development Workshops
- Lead workshops for CTE teachers to learn about industry trends or garner a new skill
Externships
- Host a CTE teacher through a DOE-funded, short-term learning opportunity at your business to help them upskill their industry experience
School's CTE Program Development
- Join a school's program review session to give input on its CTE curriculum, core competencies and skills, industry credentials, and student preparation
- Provide guidance on industry trends, hiring expectations and qualifications, and labor market data
