North Shore Works
Building the Future Workforce — Together
What Is North Shore Works?
North Shore Works is a workforce development initiative that brings together local employers
and high school students through structured, meaningful engagement opportunities.
The program currently partners with Nicolet Union High School, with plans to expand to
additional schools across the North Shore region.
Through collaboration between education and industry, students gain exposure to real career
pathways, and employers gain early access to emerging talent.
Why Employers Partner With North Shore Works
Today’s students are tomorrow’s workforce. North Shore Works helps you build relationships before the hiring stage.
As an employer partner, you can:
● Develop your future talent pipeline
● Increase brand visibility among students and families
● Build early relationships with motivated young talent
● Influence career exploration pathways in your industry
● Strengthen your company’s community presence
● Support workforce readiness in your region
Whether your organization is large or small, your involvement can have lasting impact.
How It Works
1. Connect
Employers connect with participating schools through North Shore Works.
2. Engage
Participate in activities such as:
● Career panels
● Classroom speaking engagements
● Job shadows
● Workplace tours
● Mentorship
● Internships or work-based learning experiences
3. Build Your Pipeline
Develop ongoing relationships with students and educators to support future hiring needs and
workforce planning.
Program Pathways & Opportunities
North Shore Works can include introductions and access to structured programs such as:
● Teamship career exploration experiences
● Youth Apprenticeship opportunities through CESA #1
● Work-based learning placements
● Career-readiness skill development initiatives
These programs provide clear pathways from classroom learning to real-world experience, benefiting both students and employers.
For Schools
North Shore Works supports schools by:
● Strengthening employer partnerships
● Expanding real-world career exposure
● Supporting career-readiness standards
● Connecting students with industry professionals
● Creating structured workforce pathways
We are currently partnering with Nicolet Union High School and welcome conversations with
additional schools interested in participating.
Ready to Get Involved?
North Shore Works is designed to be flexible, impactful, and easy to join.
Whether you are an employer looking to build your future workforce or a school seeking expanded career pathways for students, we invite you to connect with us.
“I felt I learned more from the three encounters I had with you [David] than I have learned in 12 years of being a student. I am now better prepared in life than I was.”
This is a North Shore Chamber of Commerce Program that helps by connecting students to their future careers in 3 easy steps. By supports employers by creating a clear pathway to invest in their talent pipeline and engage in unique opportunities and gives students access to Career-Based Learning Experiences (CBLEs).