Fullerton Joint Union High School District Seeks Business and Community Partners to Support Student Career Readiness

FULLERTON, CA – The Fullerton Joint Union High School District (FJUHSD) is inviting local businesses, industry professionals, and community organizations to help shape the next generation of Orange County's workforce through meaningful career-connected learning opportunities.

Through its Career Technical Education (CTE) programs, the district is seeking partnerships that connect classroom instruction with real-world industry experience, helping students develop practical skills, explore career pathways, and prepare for future employment and educational opportunities.

Businesses and community organizations can get involved through a variety of opportunities, including:

• College and Career Fairs: Connect with students exploring future education and employment opportunities.

• Guest Speaking Opportunities: Share professional expertise, industry insights, and career experiences.

• Job Shadowing: Give students firsthand exposure to workplace environments and professional responsibilities.

• Internships and Apprenticeships: Provide hands-on experience and career development opportunities.

• Field Trips: Introduce students to local businesses, facilities, and industries.

• Curriculum and Industry Alignment: Collaborate with educators to help align classroom instruction with current workforce needs.

• Scholarships and Sponsorships: Invest in student success and career development.

Connecting Education with Industry

FJUHSD offers career pathways across several industries, including business and finance, healthcare, engineering, manufacturing, information technology, hospitality, agriculture, automotive technology, and arts and media.

These programs are offered across district campuses, including Buena Park High School, Fullerton Union High School, La Habra High School, Sonora High School, Sunny Hills High School, Troy High School, and La Vista/La Sierra High Schools.

By partnering with FJUHSD, businesses have an opportunity to share industry knowledge, introduce students to potential career paths, and contribute to developing a skilled and career-ready regional workforce.

An Opportunity for the Business Community

The North Orange County Chamber encourages businesses and industry professionals to explore these partnership opportunities with FJUHSD.

Collaboration between education and industry plays an important role in workforce development, helping students better understand career opportunities while strengthening connections between employers and future talent.

Whether your organization can host a student visit, provide a guest speaker, offer an internship, or contribute to a scholarship, there are meaningful ways to get involved.

Interested in Becoming a Partner?

Businesses and community organizations interested in learning more about available opportunities are encouraged to contact:

Tina Wilde
College, Career, and Community Engagement Coordinator
Fullerton Joint Union High School District

Email: TWilde@FJUHSD.org
Phone: (714) 870-2853

Your Industry. Their Future.

Explore. Experience. Prepare. Launch.

Together, businesses, educators, and community partners can help students gain the experience, knowledge, and connections needed to succeed in tomorrow's workforce.