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Why Corporate Work Study Works

Corporate Work Study Program: Educating the Whole Person Through Work, Learning, and Service

At San Miguel High School, the Corporate Work Study Program is more than a work experience—it is an integral part of our Lasallian commitment to educating the whole person. By combining rigorous academics with meaningful professional experience, students develop the knowledge, skills, values, and confidence needed to succeed in college, career, and life while learning the importance of responsibility, service, and leadership.

For Corporate Partners

Corporate partners play a vital role in forming the next generation of leaders while strengthening their own organizations and communities.

  • Invest in the educational and professional development of talented young people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Provide students with meaningful opportunities to develop workplace skills, professionalism, and confidence.
  • Foster a culture of mentorship that reflects a commitment to social responsibility and community impact.
  • Benefit from motivated student workers who contribute to organizational success while gaining valuable real-world experience.
  • Help create pathways to college, career advancement, and economic mobility for future generations.

For Students

The Corporate Work Study Program extends learning beyond the classroom, helping students connect their education to a larger purpose.

  • Develop professional skills, work habits, and leadership qualities that prepare them for success in college and the workforce.
  • Build confidence, self-advocacy, resilience, and a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Explore career interests and gain exposure to professional environments that broaden their understanding of future possibilities.
  • Discover the connection between academic learning and real-world application.
  • Grow in the Lasallian values of respect, integrity, service, and commitment to excellence.

For the School

The Corporate Work Study Program is a defining feature of the San Miguel educational experience and a powerful expression of our mission.

  • Integrates academic learning with authentic workplace experiences.
  • Reinforces the development of the whole student—intellectually, professionally, spiritually, and socially.
  • Creates opportunities for students to envision and pursue ambitious college and career goals.
  • Strengthens partnerships between the school, local businesses, and the broader community.
  • Advances the Cristo Rey model of providing access to a transformative college-preparatory education.

For the Community

The impact of the Corporate Work Study Program extends beyond individual students and organizations to benefit the wider community.

  • Develops ethical, educated, and workforce-ready leaders who contribute positively to society.
  • Expands access to educational and economic opportunities for young people.
  • Strengthens the local workforce by preparing students with both professional competencies and strong values.
  • Promotes social mobility and community engagement through education, mentorship, and meaningful work.
  • Reflects the Lasallian commitment to social justice by creating opportunities that empower students to transform their lives and serve others.

Through the Corporate Work Study Program, San Miguel students learn that education is not only about academic achievement, but also about developing the character, skills, and sense of purpose needed to make a meaningful difference in the world.