Program Logistics
Workdays
Students work once a week from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Academic schedules are structured to ensure they never miss class. Typically, students go to work according to grade level. For example, Seniors head to work on Tuesdays, Juniors on Thursdays/Fridays, and Sophomores on Wednesdays. In lieu of a traditional work study job, every Monday the Freshmen participate in a weekly “Leadership Academy”. This program teaches core-professional skills—preparing students to confidently enter the workforce as Sophomores.
Testimonials
Joanne Berkadia 2
"Berkadia is very proud to be a corporate partner with Don Bosco. The program offers an excellent opportunity for young people to gain real-world work experience, build confidence and increase self-worth."
-Joanne Katis, Office Manager
Children's National Medical
“Maria is a wonderful young lady with a bright future. She has provided us with A1 service throughout her tenure here. Thank you for sending her to us. I know she will do well and she will succeed with high honors.”
-Mildred Williams, Children's National Medical Center
Health Law
“I have enjoyed working with Yael these past four years. He has been a great asset to the AHLA team. We are happy to have played a huge part in his professional growth. Yael is a wonderful, hardworking and bright young man and such a good role model to his peers. I wish him much success and happiness. I will truly miss him.”
-Carine Brice, American Health Law Association
Joanne - Berkadia
"I have the distinct pleasure of being the direct manager for a student intern. Our approach is to sponsor the same student all four years of high school to ensure a steady pattern of growth and development. Each year, additional responsibilities are given and a higher level of tasks are assigned. The student intern works hard academically and has the desire to learn and develop professional skills. It's a win-win for the intern – and our company."
-Joanne Katis, Office Manager
Baker Botts
“Emily Rodriquez was one of our first Don Bosco students. She was so fabulous that we’ve hired her during the summer while she was in high school. After graduating, I kept in touch with her while she was in college. I am proud to say that the firm hired Emily in February as my Records and Information Governance Analyst. I interviewed four other candidates and hands down Emily was the best selection. Thank you!”
-Kim Harley, Baker Botts LLP
Medstar Georgetown
“Today was Isis’ last day with our office, we appreciate all the help that she has provided us over the years. Isis represents maturity and professionalism. We are so grateful for the opportunity to have her work in our office. Thanks for allowing Occupational Health the opportunity to be part of her career growth.”
-Sheilene Scott, Medstar/Georgetown University Hospital
Berkadia
"Don Bosco has a great program, everything is well-coordinated and well-managed! It was the perfect fit for Berkadia, we could use an extra set of hands around the office and make an impact. I was blown away by how supportive and invested my colleagues were."
-Brian Crivella, Senior Managing Directory, Berkadia
Brookfield office
“We are going to miss Carmen tremendously! Carmen has been an absolute dream. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication, Carmen! You have a very bright future ahead of you!”
-Karen Murphy, Brookfield Office Properties
Boland
“Boland is proud to be a founding sponsor of the Corporate Work
Study Program. Since 2006, Don Bosco Cristo Rey students have
been an important piece of the Boland culture. These students
contribute to our company’s success, and their hard work and sense
of dedication are highly valued by our associates.”
-Lou Boland
Job Description
The types of tasks student workers perform can be a mile wide or a mile deep. Whether in a hotel, federal agency, hospital, car dealership, university, nonprofit, or law firm, specific tasks can be completed by a student worker given the right training, clear direction, and ongoing coaching. Some of the most common tasks include: