Work-Based Learning Program

Edgecombe County Public Schools’ Work-Based Learning (WBL) Program equips students with the skills and experiences they need to be workforce-ready. Through job shadowing and internships, students connect classroom learning with real-world careers, gaining professionalism, confidence, and hands-on training that prepares them for success after graduation.

Fall 2025 Snapshot

• 27 Interns (10 NE, 8 SWE, 9 THS)

   

• 2 Advanced Studies Students in Agriculture/Natural Resources and Marketing.

   

• Pathways Represented:

   

  • Health Science

  • Human Services

  • Agriculture

  • Natural Resources

  • Business Management & Administration

  • Information Technology

  • Law & Public Safety

  • Transportation

     

• Workplace Partners Include:

  • Astemo

  • Riverside Veterinary Hospital

  • Little Grownups

  • ECU Health Edgecombe

  • Tarboro Fire Department

  • Tarboro & Rocky Mount Police Departments

  • Westside Repair

  • Conetoe Family Life Center

  • Edgecombe Local Government

  • Hodges Realty Group

  • Tarboro Realty

  • ABA Therapy

  • Chick-fil-A.

     

Partner With Us

We’re always seeking new business and community partners to expand opportunities for our students. If your organization would like to host interns or provide job-shadowing experiences, we’d love to connect with you!

📩 Email: [email protected]
📞 Contact: Tandra Hedgepeth, CTE Coordinator

Together, we can prepare today’s students for tomorrow’s workforce.