Benefits of Work-Based Learning for Employers
                     Benefits of Work-Based 
Learning for Employers
Work-Based Learning for Employers
Work-based learning helps employers reduce 
their recruitment and training costs. It also 
helps them hire better-prepared employees 
who understand workplace expectations. 
Work-based learning is an effective way for 
businesses to develop a sustainable talent 
pipeline. 
Benefits to Employer
Planning for the Future
A Work-Based Learning Program 
provides employers an opportunity to 
prepare future employees by exposing 
them to real world work experiences.
Building a Highly Skilled 
Workforce
The program creates a source of skilled 
and motivated future employees with 
valuable experience and proven job 
skills.
Creating Standardized Training
Work-Based Learning reduces the cost 
of training and recruitment, matching 
interested and invested young people 
with employers in a wide range of 
industries.
Reducing Employee Turnover
Employees that are hired after a 
successful learning internship are 
invested in the company and start their 
first day knowing necessary skills and 
expectations.
Becoming an Education 
Stakeholder
The Work-Based Learning Program 
encourages employer involvement 
in the curriculum development 
process, increasing employer 
visibility in education.
Setting Proficiency Standards
Getting involved with the Work-
Based Learning Program lets 
employers communicate required 
job-specific proficiencies to 
educational personnel.
Oklahoma Work-Based Learning Program
Oklahoma's Work-Based Learning Program is 
open to all employers who offer internships, 
Registered Apprenticeships, non-DOL 
apprenticeships, and other work-based 
learning opportunities. Contact us to learn 
more or register your program today!
Contact Us Today!
Oklahoma Office of Workforce Development
OklahomaWorks.gov