CAPS Network

Grades 6–8 Grades 9–10 Grades 11–12

The CAPS Network partners with high schools and local industries to create authentic, profession-based learning experiences. Students engage in projects driven by real business challenges and receive mentorship from industry professionals. The model emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and career exploration across multiple fields such as healthcare, technology, and business. Through these hands-on experiences, students gain the technical and professional skills necessary to transition confidently into college or the workforce.

ORGANIZATION TYPE

Non-Profit Operator

STUDENTS SERVED

1000+

GEOGRAPHIC REACH

National

STATE(S) COVERED

Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Iowa, Indiana, Kansas, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota

LOCALE(S) SERVED

Urban, Rural, Suburban

WBL SERVICE MODELS

Career Fair / Career Day, Industry Speaker, Workplace Tour, Career Counseling / Assessments, Job Shadowing, Mentorship, Internship, Cooperative Work Experience, Pre-Apprenticeship, Youth Apprenticeship, Capstone/Practicum, Service Learning

DELIVERY MODALITY

School-based

TYPICAL DURATION

Long-term

SCHOOL-BASED TIMING

In-school

COMPENSATION TYPE

Paid, Stipend, Unpaid, Academic Credit, Credential, Other Incentives/ Benefits

STAKEHOLDERS SERVED

Educators, Employers, State Education Agency, Professional, Network Membership For Schools, Technical Assistance For Schools/Districts

LANGUAGE SUPPORT

English Only

TARGETED POPULATIONS

Other

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS

CAREER CLUSTERS ALIGNMENT

Advanced Manufacturing

FUNDING MODEL

School Budgets, Grants, Philanthropy, Earned Revenue

SIMILAR PROVIDERS

Tarrant To & Through Partnership

Regional

The Tarrant To & Through Partnership aims to ensure more Tarrant County students have the training and skills they need to thrive in today's workforce.

Available in: TX

grades 6–8 grades 9–10 grades 11–12 postsecondary

Pittsburgh Chapter National Tooling & Machining Foundation

Regional

The Pittsburgh Chapter National Tooling & Machining Foundation is a 501 non-profit organization dedicated to training and developing future professionals in the metalworking and manufacturing industry in southwestern Pennsylvania. Its work includes a four-year registered apprenticeship program combining classroom instruction and on-the-job learning, as well as youth initiatives like robotics and STEM programs that build pathways into advanced manufacturing.

Available in: PA

grades 6–8 grades 9–10 grades 11–12 postsecondary grades k–5

ImBlaze by Big Picture Learning

Nationwide

National

ImBlaze is the leading WBL management tool. Through our web and mobile solution, schools and other orgs an manage their "Rolodex" of opportunities, track student attendance, and keep track of compliance paperwork. ImBlaze enables programs to grow social capital for young people and provide outside of school opportunities.

Available in: Nationwide

grades 9–10 grades 11–12