Virtual Work Experience Sample Outline
Youth Participants
Applicable to All WIOA Participants
6 Week – 12 Week Outline
All Participants Must Complete Online Interview
Administration Office
Director: Ms.Jones, MBA
cjones@simplysuccess.com
General Contact Information
admin@simplysuccess.com
800.975.5457 – Office
Internship Director/Coordinator
Director: Sonja Franklin-Johnson
Sonja@simplysuccess.com
Support Contact Information
info@simplysuccess.com
800.975.5457 Office
(24 Hour Online Chat System is Available to All Participants)
Internships with Simply Success are designed to increase workforce, social and emotional competencies. As an intern, you will also gain certifications in Leadership, Time Management, Conflict Resolution, Customer Service, Interviewing and Team Building to name a few. Additionally, your communication and presentation skills will grow as you complete the assignments and projects associated with this opportunity.
You will also receive online training to equip you with in-demand technical skills; which include, Basics of Web Design, Online Video Production, Data Entry and Social Media Marketing. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to boost your work and or collegiate resume while learning how to effectively work remotely.
Finally, your satisfactory completion of all requirements as an Intern will open the door for someone less fortunate to receive soft skills training scholarships through our Global Success Initiative. This means as you grow personally and professionally, others will have the chance to do the same because of your efforts.
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1. Leadership. You will grasp the fundamental aspects of leadership by creating a set of performance standards for yourself; which will allow you to lead by example.
2. Presenting Yourself. The art of building confidence begins with the ability to sell yourself. You will gain an understanding of how to communicate with confidence and effective use of body language in pre and post video assessments.
3. Attention to Detail. You will learn and apply the concepts of Organization, Meeting Deadlines, Following Instructions and more.
4. Social Responsibility. You will gain a basic understanding of the dynamics of how one person’s actions can impact an entire community.
5. Independent Thinking/Working. Your proficiency in operating independently will increase with this internship as you will be given the latitude to make suggestions and potentially implement the plans you create.
6. Improved Emotional Intelligence. Self Esteem, Trust, Empathy and Self Awareness are all lessons you’ll learn and apply with this internship.
7. Critical Thinking/Problem Solving. You will learn how to overcome challenges independently and with groups to develop solutions for complex problems.
8. Teamwork. Working effectively under supervision and mentorship, positively communicating with team members and accepting constructive feedback are all vital to your internship and your long-term success.
9. Social Media Marketing. You will gain a basic understanding of how to create and upload web-based marketing campaigns. This includes how to create promotional videos, search engine optimization and more.
10.Goal Setting /Achievement. You will gain an understanding of how to reach for your goals and construct strategies to make them attainable.
- Mobile phone or Laptop. Access to WIFI. The rules for this Internship are simple and, if followed, will almost assure your success, not only with this Internship but in other aspects of your professional and personal life.
- Value the Opportunity. Internships are special opportunities to prove to yourself and others that you can excel in the workforce. Therefore, make the most of your time with Simply Success and leverage this opportunity to position yourself for long term success.
- Follow Instructions. We want you to be creative. We also want you to do what is expected. Follow the outline provided for best results.
- Give Maximum Effort. Hitting the minimum goals may be very easy for you – but pushing yourself to go further than you or the company expects is always the best option. Choose it!
- • Earn Certifications. Adding soft skills certifications to your resume is a plus. The classes are eight minutes or less, can be taken at your own pace and it is the primary subject of your internship. Therefore, lead by example and get certified!
- Have Fun! Work is best when it’s enjoyable. This internship is designed to challenge you and it’s also designed to keep you cheerful. Therefore, ask questions, give it your best effort and also enjoy yourself and you’ll carry that energy and positivity to your next assignment.
You can count on us to:
✓ Train You. Of course, we’re an online training company. You will receive access to training podcasts, videos, power points and more. You will receive Initial and Ongoing Training, Supervision and Mentorship.
✓ Recognize You. Certifications are just one of the ways we recognize your achievements. You will also receive positive feedback and encouragement from your mentors and much more.
✓ Support You. Our administrative team is available to answer questions. Our corporate team and partners are available to offer mentorship and our IT team makes sure you have access to all the digital resources you need to thrive as an Intern with us.
✓ Recommend You. Once you successfully complete your Internship, you can always list us as a reference and request a Letter of Recommendation. We will gladly assist.
Length of Internship/ Work Assignment
The internship timeframes range from 6 weeks to 12 weeks at your case manager’s discretion. All work assignments are continuous and a minimum of six consecutive weeks is required for course completion.
Equal Opportunity
Success Training Institute (aka Simply Success, aka STI), is committed to offering all Interns a professional, collaborative Internship that promotes diversity and offers equal opportunities to Interns regardless of race, religion, gender, and/or physical ability.
Self-Paced Paced Program
Week One: (Understanding Your New Role)
✓ Complete Assessments:
Soft Skills: https://14elements.net/soft-skills-assessment/
Personality: https://14elements.net/personality-assessment/
✓ Week 1 Lessons:
Intro to Mentorship
Micro Course Adaptability
Micro Course Advanced Leadership
Micro Course Building Career Competencies
Micro Course Culture Building
Micro Course Goal Achievement
Micro Course Leadership
Micro Course Maintaining Focus
Micro Course Positive Mindset
Micro Course Problem Solving
Micro Course Professionalism
Micro Course Teamwork
Micro Course Work Ethic
Internship Orientation
Internship I
Internship Assessment
Positive Mindset
Positive Mindset II
Note: All Lessons can be find in the Course Library
✓ Create Your User Profile in the Internship Portal
✓ Familiarize Yourself with the System
✓ Utilize the Online Chat Feature for Assistance
Select 5 Audio Podcast and take notes on the key points and the knowledge you gained from the lesson: https://14elements.net/audio-blog/
Week Two: (Introduction to New Skills)
✓Complete Week 2 Assignments
Create a Free Zoom Account – https://zoom.us
Continue any Lessons from the previous week:
Workforce Preparation
Tutoring, Study Skills & Drop Out
Time Management
Workplace Productivity
Thriving Under Pressure
Select 5 Audio Podcast and take notes on the key points and the knowledge you gained from the lesson: https://14elements.net/audio-blog/
Week Three: (Acquiring New Skills, Learning New Things)
✓ Complete Related Assignments Through the System
Week 3:
Continue any Lessons from the previous week:
New Lessons:
Specialty Team Building I
Specialized Training: Advanced Leadership
Specialty Team Building III
Specialty Team Building IV
Resourcefulness
Select 5 Audio Podcast and take notes on the key points and the knowledge you gained from the lesson: https://14elements.net/audio-blog/
Create a professional video that describes you.
Follow the link below, create a Free account and create your video: https://animoto.com
Send your video to admin@simplysuccess.com
Week Four: (Improving Communication Skills)
✓ Review Results of Career Personality Assessment with your Case Manager
✓ Complete Week 4 Lessons in the sysytem
Week 4:
Continue any Lessons from the previous week:
Professional Business Etiquette
Paid and Unpaid Work Experiences
Select 5 Audio Podcast and take notes on the key points and the knowledge you gained from the lesson: https://14elements.net/audio-blog/
✓ Complete Related Assignments and Upload Through System
✓ Practice Interviewing Skills Using New Training Techniques
Create a PowerPoint Presentation that Highlights Your Strengths as a Person and 3 Short-Term Goals
Send your presentation to: admin@simplysuccess.com
Week Five: (Interfacing with Others)
✓ View Mentorship Training Video in Back Office
✓ Complete Week 5 Lessons
✓ Complete and Submit Related Assignments Through System
Week 5:
Continue any Lessons from the previous week:
Select 5 Audio Podcast and take notes on the key points and the knowledge you gained from the lesson:
https://14elements.net/audio-blog/
✓ Create a video thanking someone who has been an inspiration to your life: https://animoto.com
✓ Complete Week 6 Assignments
✓ Submit and Complete Assignments Through System
Week 6:
Continue any Lessons from the previous week:
✓ Practice Your Interviewing Skills:
“Tell me about yourself”is a key interviewing question. The best way to answer “Tell me about yourself” is with a brief summary of your experience, your education, the value you bring to an employer, and the reason you’re looking forward to learning more about the next job and the opportunity to work with them.
Write out your “Tell Me About Yourself Summary”
Send your summary to: admin@simplysuccess.com
Week Seven: (Implementation of Training Concepts)
✓ Submit Related Assignments Through System
✓ Start New Courses
Week 7:
Continue any Lessons from the previous week:
✓ Submit Related Assignments Through System
✓ Listen to Audio Podcasts Lessons
Select 5 Audio Podcast and take notes on the key points and the knowledge you gained from the lesson: https://14elements.net/audio-blog/
Week Eight: (Executing Various Forms of Presentation)
✓ Complete Weekly Lessons from the Course Library
✓ Identify Three Professional Goals
Week 8:
Continue any Lessons from the previous week:
Entrepreneurial Skills Training
Select 5 Audio Podcast and take notes on the key points and the knowledge you gained from the lesson: https://14elements.net/audio-blog/
Week Nine: (Attention to Detail)
✓ Complete Week 9 Lessons
✓ Submit Related Assignments Through System
✓ Take First Steps Towards Achieving First Professional Goal
Continue any Lessons from the previous week:
Select 5 Audio Podcast and take notes on the key points and the knowledge you gained from the lesson: https://14elements.net/audio-blog/
Week Ten: (Meeting Deadlines Effectively)
✓ Complete Week 10 Lessons
Week 10:
Continue any Lessons from the previous week:
Week Eleven: (Leadership)
✓ Complete Week 11 Lessons
✓ Submit Related Assignments Through System
Continue any Lessons from the previous week:
Advanced Professional Development
Select 5 Audio Podcast and take notes on the key points and the knowledge you gained from the lesson: https://14elements.net/audio-blog/
Week Twelve: (Performance Review and Evaluation)
✓ Complete Final Lessons
Select 5 Audio Podcast and take notes on the key points and the knowledge you gained from the lesson: https://14elements.net/audio-blog/
Record or write a summary of the virtual workforce experience.
Send your summary to admin@simplysuccess.com
Make-Up-Week – If Needed