Partner with Forsyth Tech
Businesses, government, and public and private agencies that host qualified student workers benefit from more than their contribution–they also have the advantage of early access to students who will be entering the workforce. Most employers find partnering with Forsyth Tech on work-based learning (WBL) makes the recruiting process more efficient.
WBL also allows employers to partner with Forsyth Tech to improve the quality and relevance of our programs, and thus the caliber of the employees we train.
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Elvi Basilio-Saucedo – Work-Based Learning Student of the Year 2025
Elvi Basilio-Saucedo, a student in the Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology Program, completed his Work-Based Learning internship with Flow Luxury Paint and Body in Winston-Salem, NC during the spring 2025 semester. Jerry Stroud, Program Coordinator for the Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology Program, said “Elvi was an exemplary candidate for the award and was unwavering in his dedication, resilience and passion for his chosen career path and this set him apart as a model student and employee.” Kyle Renegar, Elvi’s supervisor at Flow Luxury Paint and Body in Winston-Salem, NC said “Elvi’s contributions to the organization have been invaluable and that he has an unyielding desire to succeed in the automotive industry”. Because of Elvi’s dedication during his internship, Flow Luxury Paint and Body offered him a permanent position.
“Forsyth Tech students are ready to start on day one. I’ve found them to be motivated, capable and workforce-ready.”
Nikki Murphy, Siemens Energy Inc.
How it Works
In order to partner with Forsyth Tech and host a WBL student intern, you must be willing to provide a student the opportunity to learn through the work they will do. If you are a new site, we’ll visit your business before the semester begins. During the semester you host a WBL student intern, we’ll make a site visit to see how things are going. We’ll also ask that a supervisor approve hours the student logs as well as complete a final evaluation.
Requirements
Prior to hosting a WBL student, you’ll need to:
- upload a job description in our Symplicity Career Hub so that eligible students may apply for your review;
- have someone with the necessary subject matter expertise available to supervise the student; and
- work with us to develop performance goals for your WBL student intern.
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Timing
Forsyth Tech students participate in WBL during our fall (August through December), spring (January through May), and summer (May through July) semesters. The WBL office works with potential WBL students during the months leading up to the semester on resumé and interview skills. Employer partners are encouraged to post available student internships in Symplicity Career Hub early to ensure adequate time to review candidates and complete onboarding processes prior to the semester start.
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Need More Information as an Employer?
For more information on work-based learning, contact us at the Work-Based Learning office: call 336-757-3269 or click the link to email us below.
Email Us!Are you a student that needs more information?
Current students should visit our Techlink page for even more information – and to complete their Work-Based Learning Eligibility Application.
Current Students: Visit our Techlink page!