The Laine Federal Education Work Experience Program gives qualified individuals the opportunity to gain hands-on work experience, develop essential job skills, and build a pathway to full-time, unsubsidized employment.
Who Can Participate
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
- Meet WIOA Adult or Dislocated Worker eligibility
Must meet at least one of the following: - Less than 2 years with last employer or total work experience
- Five or more jobs in the last 2 years
- Skills need upgrading or no recent work experience
- Completed classroom training but no work experience
Program Highlights
- Structured, supervised work experience
- Duration: 100+ hours, with possible extensions based on funding
- Laine Federal Education serves as employer of record, covering payroll and insurance
- Trainees work up to 40 hours per week; no overtime or paid leave
- Bi-weekly pay at prevailing wage for comparable employees
- Host companies provide necessary tools and equipment
- Trainees do not displace current employees
Key Steps
- Trainee eligibility confirmed and paperwork completed
- Employer interview arranged
- Placement approved by Laine Federal Education before start date
- Trainee submits bi-weekly timesheets for payment
- Ongoing support and monitoring to ensure a successful experience