Corporate Work Study Program

EMPOWERING TOMORROW'S LEADERS:

Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy's Corporate Work Study Program

Helix acquired Cristo Rey Franciscan High School in 2023 and has adopted the school’s heralded corporate work study program which operates at its downtown Baton Rouge campus. At Helix Mentorship Academy, we’ve introduced an innovative Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP) that sets us apart in Louisiana. Our program, in collaboration with over 25 local business partners, transforms traditional student interns into an empowering educational experience.

HOW IT WORKS

A Streamlined Approach

Our CWSP is designed with the primary goal of benefiting our students. We believe that this internship experience is a vital part of their educational journey, equipping them with practical skills and experiences that will set them on a path to success.
CWSP students work as interns and are placed with partner organizations.
Sponsoring organizations provide a financial contribution to facilitate this enriching experience.
Helix provides transportation to and from work for the students and we also train students on how to be a professional and work with a team.

Local Opportunities in Action

Balancing Work and Education

Our students seamlessly manage their studies and internships through:

Comprehensive college preparatory coursework over four years.
One dedicated workday per week within their time in the Corporate Work Study Program.

A Structured Work Week

Students work in job-sharing teams of up to three, each contributing up to four full workdays per month.

Their academic schedules are thoughtfully designed to ensure they can work without missing any classes.

Real World Benefits for Students

Our CWSP delivers tangible, life-shaping benefits:

Cultivates positive business relationships, nurtures resourcefulness, and develops marketable skills.
Establishes a valuable network of professional contacts, exposing students to diverse career pathways.

Want to Become A Corporate Partner?

To learn more about how to become a corporate work study partner, please contact our Director of Corporate Work Study Program, Angelica Collins, a.collins@helixcommunityschools.org. Join us in cultivating brighter and more promising futures for students and our society.

Helix Mentorship Academy’s Corporate Work Study Program welcomes Corporate Job Partners to offer entry-level positions that match the capabilities of our talented students. Our young professionals are adept at administrative tasks, such as filing, data entry, reception, and more. Helix provides transportation to and from work for the students and we also train students on how to be a professional and work with a team.

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Public Records Requests

In accordance with the Louisiana Public Records Law (La. R.S. 44:1 et seq.), individuals may request access to public records maintained by Helix Community Schools by submitting a written request to the Custodian of Public Records. All public records requests must be directed to: public.records@helixcommunityschools.org.

This email address is designated exclusively for the submission of public records requests. Student education records are protected under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and related state laws, and are not considered public records. Requests for student records must be submitted directly to the appropriate school using the contact information provided below. Requests properly submitted to the Custodian of Public Records will be reviewed and responded to within the timeframes required by Louisiana law.

Student Records Requests

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Please include the student’s full name, date of birth, and any relevant details to help locate the records. Student records are confidential and will only be released in accordance with applicable federal and state privacy laws. Below are the designated email addresses for submitting student records requests for each Helix school. Failure to direct records requests to the correct school will result in delayed processing.