WHAT IS THE DIXON  HIGH SCHOOL JOB SHADOWING EXPERIENCE PROGRAM?

In 1992, Dixon High School in conjunction with area businesses began offering Job Shadowing opportunities to juniors and seniors. The goal of this program is to provide students with an opportunity to see first hand the requirements of specific careers.

HOW DOES A STUDENT GET INVOLVED IN JOB SHADOWING?

The main Tech Prep related activity for Dixon High School is the Job Shadowing Program. Any junior or senior student may participate. During the school year, students can also contact the Job Shadowing Coordinator Ms. Durband, for more information regarding the program.

Students must submit a signed liability wavier to the Job Shadowing coordinator before they we be allowed to participate in the program. This wavier is included on the job shadowing application. It can be found online or see Ms. Durband in the counseling office.

Once set up, students will report to the assigned businesses during a designated time. The student will be directed to a representative of that business or occupation for observation. The student will be provided an opportunity to ask questions and learn about the job at hand. An interview sheet must be completed during the job shadowing experience. It is then turned in to Ms. Durband along with a 500 word essay. Students who participate in this program through their Medical Biology or English 12 classes will turn in all forms and reports to their teachers. After completing the job shadowing experience the student is expected to send a letter of thanks to the business.

Job Shadowing Application

Blank Interview Form