Overview Businesses For Educators Teachers in the Workplace is designed to place educators in a business setting for three to six weeks during the summer. Educators have an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the business world. Teachers in the Workplace is open to Minnesota educators, counselors, and administrators from all academic disciplines working with K-12 students.
Applications are due in early spring, with placements made as quickly as possible.
Projects, which last three to six weeks, may take place at any time during the summer to accommodate the schedules of both business and education partners. Educators are required to attend both sessions. Educators receive a stipend for their work. The motivation to become a doctor, teacher, business executive gives children a drive and purpose in education.